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Red Bull feared Bottas would back Max into Hamilton
Red Bull boss Christian Horner said there was no fear of losing the race win to Valtteri Bottas, but foresaw some team play at Mercedes. Max Verstappen took full advantage of his pole position at the Dutch Grand Prix, leading into Turn 1 and keeping Hamilton behind out of DRS range. Once that leading duo pitted, it meant that Bottas in the other Mercedes took over as leader, presenting the opportunity for him to hold Verstappen up as the Dutchman looked to regain P1. With Hamilton in close pursuit, the danger was present for Red Bull, but Verstappen quickly dispatched the Finn and drove on to victory. In the end it was all made to look rather simple, but Red Bull were concerned for sure....
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