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Ricciardo: Botched Russell stop akin to Monaco '16 drama
Daniel Ricciardo says he “knows George Russell’s pain” after the Briton’s chance of victory slipped away in Bahrain, comparing it to his own Monaco 2016 setback. Russell controlled the Sakhir Grand Prix on his Mercedes debut, keeping Valtteri Bottas at bay, but a communication mix-up in the pits wrecked his race. It meant Russell was initially sent back on track with front tyres that were part of Bottas’ allocation and had to be called in again, demoting him to fifth position. Russell recaptured second, and chased down Sergio Perez, but sustained a left-rear puncture that necessitated another stop, leaving the Mexican clear to take his maiden victory. Ricciardo said Russell’s...
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