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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Philip Duncan

Ollie Bearman ‘fine’ after lucky escape in dramatic Japanese Grand Prix crash

Oliver Bearman suffered a ‘scary’ crash in Japan (Eugene Hoshiko/AP) - (AP)

British driver Ollie Bearman had a “lucky escape” after his “scary” 191mph crash in Sunday’s Japanese Grand Prix which puts the safety of Formula One’s new rules in the spotlight.

Kimi Antonelli claimed his second win in as many races to usurp George Russell in the championship standings after he took advantage of a safety car period following Bearman’s harrowing accident on the 22nd lap in Suzuka.

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