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Lauda: 'We must make the car easier for Bottas'
Mercedes F1 chairman Niki Lauda says the pressure is on Mercedes to make its W08 charger easier for Valtteri Bottas to drive. In his maiden year with the German team, the Finn ramped up his performance and achieved his first win in Russia before repeating the feat in Austria. But his performance gradually slumped thereafter while team mate Lewis Hamilton's form continued to ascend as he took the reins of the world championship battle. "It’s difficult for him, because the car is very difficult to drive," Lauda said. "Lewis can handle it better, and Valtteri has difficulties. If you give him an easy car to drive, and the way he likes the car, then he will be right there...
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