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Max Verstappen wins French Grand Prix after Leclerc crashes out

Max Verstappen won the French Grand Prix to extend his advantage in the Formula One world championship after Ferrari's Charles Leclerc crashed out when leading.

Reuters SPORTS
Published July 24,2022
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Red Bull's Max Verstappen won the French Grand Prix on Sunday and took a huge stride towards a second Formula One title after Ferrari rival Charles Leclerc crashed out of the race while leading from pole position.

Seven times world champion Lewis Hamilton finished second for Mercedes in his 300th grand prix, with team mate George Russell third.