Russell wins Dutch GP sprint from pole, cuts championship gap to Antonelli

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George Russell won the Dutch Grand Prix sprint race from pole position at Zandvoort on Saturday, claiming his third sprint victory of the season and trimming his deficit to championship leader Kimi Antonelli to 56 points. Antonelli, who finished fourth, retains the standings lead.

Charles Leclerc passed Lando Norris with six laps remaining in the 24-lap race to secure second place, while Norris held on for third despite reporting a lack of rear grip early in the race. Lewis Hamilton finished seventh, and Max Verstappen, who started from sixth, also scored points. Nico Hülkenberg retired after six laps.

Rain arrived shortly after the chequered flag. Qualifying for Sunday's grand prix is scheduled for 16:00.

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