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Hungarian Grand Prix: Could Lewis Hamilton's gesture cost him the title?

It was a very sporting gesture. Lewis Hamilton kept his word at the Hungarian Grand Prix by handing back third place to his team-mate Valtteri Bottas - a promise made during the race as Hamilton attempted to chase down the leading Ferraris. But could it come at a price? Finishing fourth instead of third cost Hamilton three points, meaning Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel leads the Briton by 14 points heading into the summer break. Since the very first Formula 1 world championship in 1950, 27% of seasons have been decided by three points or fewer, so Hamilton has definitely taken a risk. Listen: Chequered Flag podcast Hamilton 'wants to win title in right way' Listen: 'Hungarian GP a waste of...
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