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Russell completes Friday practice sweep in Bahrain

George Russell maintained his strong start to his Mercedes debut as he completed a sweep of Friday’s practice sessions at Formula 1’s Sakhir Grand Prix. Williams regular Russell has replaced Lewis Hamilton for this weekend’s event on the Outer Layout of the Bahrain International Circuit and led the way in FP1. Russell remained on top in FP2 though was dealt a helping hand as Mercedes team-mate Valtteri Bottas had the overall best time deleted. After several drivers ran wide through the exit of Turn 8 in FP1 it was revealed that Race Control would enforce track limits at the complex. Bottas set a best time of 54:506s – the quickest of the day – but it was erased from the record...
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