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Honda: Albon DNF consequence of Hamilton clash

Alexander Albon's DNF at the Austrian GP was likely a consequence of his clash with Lewis Hamilton says Honda F1 technical director Toyoharu Tanabe. Red Bull recorded a double retirement at the season-opening Austrian Grand Prix, both cars out with electrical problems. They, however, weren't related. Max Verstappen retired on lap 14 when a mechanical problem led to an electrical one. While the Dutchman watched on from the sidelines, Albon raced his way towards what would have been his maiden Formula 1 podium only to clash with Hamilton late in the grand prix. Banging wheels with the Mercedes driver, Albon's RB16 was pitched into a spin in the gravel. He continued for a few laps before...
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