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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Kieran Jackson

George Russell beats Lewis Hamilton in thrilling F1 Chinese sprint race

  • George Russell won the first sprint race of the season in China on Saturday.
  • After claiming victory at the Australian Grand Prix last weekend, Russell continued his strong start to the season but was pushed all the way by Lewis Hamilton.
  • The British pair exchanged the lead six times across the opening five laps.
  • In the end, Russell got across the finish line first, while Hamilton had to settle for third, behind Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc.
  • The Ferrari pair will hope to get the better of Russell for the first time this season in Sunday’s Grand Prix.

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