Bortoleto credits Zandvoort banking for avoiding crash during Dutch GP

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Bortoleto credits Zandvoort banking for avoiding crash during Dutch GP
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Gabriel Bortoleto managed to avoid crashing during the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort after a spin caused by Max Verstappen's crash on Lap 1. The Brazilian described the banking in the final corner as instrumental in his ability to maintain control, managing a 360-degree spin without colliding with the wall. Meanwhile, teammate Nico Hulkenberg narrowly evaded Bortoleto, citing luck and instinct as key factors. Both drivers expressed relief at their escape from a potentially disastrous situation, with Audi team principal Allan McNish comparing it to a scene from the movie 'Days of Thunder'. Bortoleto ultimately finished 13th, while Hulkenberg secured 8th, contributing valuable points for Audi.

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  • Bortoleto spun behind Verstappen but avoided crashing.
  • Hulkenberg finished 8th, scoring points for Audi.
  • McNish likened the incident to a scene from 'Days of Thunder'.
  • Wet conditions in the final corner caught out multiple drivers.
  • Bortoleto finished the race in 13th place.
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Gabriel Bortoleto says the banking in final corner saved him after scary F1 Dutch GP spin behind Max Verstappen, as Allan McNish terms it as ‘Days of Thunder’ moment. While all eyes were on Red Bull’s Verstappen, when he touched…

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