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Hamilton: Smart decision for Mercedes to keep Bottas

Lewis Hamilton has praised Mercedes for deciding to keep Valtteri Bottas as his Formula 1 teammate for the 2020 season, calling it "a smart decision." Mercedes announced on Thursday that it had exercised its option in Bottas' contract to retain the Finn for next year, partnering him with five-time world champion Hamilton for a fourth straight season. Bottas had been under pressure from Mercedes junior Esteban Ocon for the seat, only to receive confirmation that his deal had been extended over the summer break ahead of the announcement. Hamilton and Bottas have enjoyed a cordial relationship across the garage throughout their time as teammates, prompting the Briton to offer a...
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