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Russell shouldn't have apologised – Capito

May 17 George Russell didn't need to apologise for his high speed crash with Valtteri Bottas, after which the British driver slapped the helmet of his Finnish rival. The crash and aftermath was a media highlight of the race at Imola, leading to Mercedes junior Russell issuing a public apology for his conduct. Williams boss Jost Capito, however, made clear that he didn't ask for the apology. 'No. I would not have apologised,' he told Auto Motor und Sport. 'But it's up to him. I didn't blame him, but everyone is different. 'That's always my principle,' Capito explained. 'The drivers should keep their personalities and be true to themselves, openly and honestly.' It is an interesting period...
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