Sebastian Vettel threw all he had at Valtteri Bottas in Russia, but when push came to shove there was just no denying the Finn his first F1 race win. The first time is always significant, and for Valtteri Bottas his maiden grand prix victory could hardly have been achieved with more style. It wasn't inherited, or in any way the result of good fortune. Bottas won the Russian GP with great driving at either end of it – firstly his superb start, and then later the classy way he managed to stay safely clear of pursuer Sebastian Vettel in the closing laps, ducking and diving his way through traffic, and ultimately out-foxing the four-time world champion. He may have experienced some...
Full Story »