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Ocon replaces Wehrlein in DTM for Mercedes
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Mercedes has confirmed Esteban Ocon will race in DTM this year as a replacement for reigning champion Pascal Wehrlein. Ocon is a Mercedes driver but has secured a seat as Renault's reserve driver for 2016 after the French manufacturer returned to F1 as a constructor. However, the 19-year-old had already admitted he would prefer to race in DTM than in GP2 alongside the role and has now been announced as a Mercedes factory driver. “It’s an incredible feeling to be part of such a professional and strong racing series," Ocon said. "I’m very pleased to be driving for Mercedes-Benz. It’s the best team in the DTM and I’m very grateful for this fantastic...
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