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Button: I was obviously ecstatic

Jenson Button declared himself ecstatic after making an unexpected return to the giddy heights of the Formula One starting grid in Austria on Saturday, but he was also realistic. The 2009 world champion recognised his third place in qualifying for what it really was — a nice bonus but, with rain a big factor, not an accurate reflection of McLaren's pace. His comment to a reporter, who enquired whether a podium finish might be possible, was straight and to the point, 'Have you watched any of the other races this year? Probably not.' Former champions McLaren have not won a race since 2012, when Button also made his last appearance on the front row. Qualifying was the Briton's best...
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