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Raikkonen 'lucky' to finish after “too many close calls” in Baku 

Kimi Raikkonen was relieved finish a chaotic Azerbajian Grand Prix after the Ferrari Formula 1 driver had “too many close calls” in Baku.  Raikkonen collided with Force India’s Esteban Ocon on the opening lap but recovered to finish second behind Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton during a hectic race which saw two Safety Car periods, a collision between Red Bull drivers Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen, and Valtteri Bottas retire from the lead of the race with  a late puncture.  The Finn, who moves up to third place in the drivers’ world championship standings, said he was happy to ride his luck throughout the race. Caught out by the strong winds on race day, Raikkonen nearly...
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