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Russell wins in Austria after Verstappen and Norris collide
Mercedes driver George Russell of Britain holds the winners' trophy on the podium after winning the Austrian Formula One Grand Prix race at the Red Bull Ring racetrack in Spielberg, Austria, June 30, 2024
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GEORGE RUSSELL took a dramatic Austrian Grand Prix victory after Max Verstappen and Lando Norris collided with just seven laps remaining as they duelled for the lead.
Verstappen and Norris were caught up in a ding-dong battle for top spot — with the British driver accusing his Red Bull rival of “dangerous” driving.
Then, on lap 64 of 71, Norris crashed into Verstappen’s Red Bull as he attempted a move for the lead, with both cars suffering significant damage.
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