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George Russell beats Charles Leclerc to win the Dutch Grand Prix sprint

George Russell beats Charles Leclerc to win the Dutch Grand Prix sprint

The Mercedes driver held his lead from pole position across all 24 laps, crossing the line just as rain started falling in Zandvoort. Lando Norris started second but dropped to third after Ferrari's Leclerc overtook him late in the 100km race. Kimi Antonelli secured fourth for Mercedes, while reigning champion Max Verstappen had to settle for sixth at his home track.

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