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Azerbaijan GP FP1 cancelled after Russell hits drain cover
The opening practice session for the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix has been cancelled after Williams driver George Russell hit a loose manhole cover. Just 15 minutes into the session, Russell drove over a loose drain cover and sustained heavy damage to his Williams FW42, an accident which brought out instant red flags. Russell was unhurt in the incident. The FIA and marshals began to carry out an inspection of drain covers around the circuit, with over 300 manhole covers at the Baku City Circuit. Adding to the drama, the recovery crane carrying Russell’s car then collided with an overhead track bridge on its way back to the pitlane. It was announced shortly afterwards that the...
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