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Williams to be compensated for Baku manhole incident
Williams will be compensated for the damage caused to George Russell's car by a loose manhole cover, organisers of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix have confirmed. Significant damage was inflicted when Russell ran over the grid cover during the first free practice session in Baku, with his chassis having to be sent back to Williams' factory. The incident led to the abandonment of FP1 and forced Russell to sit out FP2, while deputy team principal Claire Williams vowed to seek recompense. Arif Rahimov, the promoter of the Azerbaijan GP, has confirmed talks are ongoing with Williams over the payment, 'Obviously this is our fault, we did admit it.' 'It's something that we as a circuit shouldn't have...
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