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Vettel: I don’t think it was overly optimistic
Sebastian Vettel said he had no choice but to try and pass Valtteri Bottas in what proved to be an ill-timed and ultimately misjudged move that cost him a podium finish in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The four-time F1 world champion Ferrari driver had led the race and looked to be on course for victory until a late Safety Car intervention gave the Finn a chance to pit his Mercedes and emerge in the lead. “I am happy that I tried,” said Vettel. “I’m not happy that it didn’t work, but I have to try. I don’t think it was overly optimistic to jump down the inside. I wasn’t overly late, otherwise, I don’t make the corner at all, but I did make it, just.” Vettel attempted to pass...
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