Mercedes leaves Verstappen behind with a strong start in Saudi Arabia
18:48, 05 Dec 2021
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Mercedes have held their one-two advantage at the start of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix with the top five staying the same.
Lewis Hamilton, managed to hold on to his leading position, while Valtteri Bottas stayed P2. Charles Leclerc and Sergio Perez battled for fourth, but the Ferrari driver only just managed to hold his place at the start. Perez had to be careful not to hit his teammate at the first corner.
Mercedes on the move
Hamilton seems to be on his way with the fastest lap of the race. Verstappen stayed close to the Mercedes drivers but couldn't make a move.
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