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Bottas crash was a ‘reality check’ for Russell

George Russell says his crash with Valtteri Bottas at Imola was a 'reality check' and a 'massive lesson' in how to conduct himself. One of the low points in the Williams driver's career to date came at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix when, on the verge of points, he crashed into Bottas when trying to overtake the Finn, causing them both to retire from the race. He was furious afterwards, swearing on the team radio, slapping the Mercedes driver on the helmet and criticising him in his post-race interview. He later apologised for his behaviour, and looking back says the whole thing taught him how quickly things can go wrong in the sport. 'I guess that was a bit of a reality check,' he told the...
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