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Alonso on cockpit protection: "F1 doesn't need heroes"
Fernando Alonso says Formula 1 "does not need heroes" as he insisted that a cockpit protection system is a "must" for the sport. As Formula 1 pushes on with plans to introduce the new safety device next year, Red Bull became the second team to test a cockpit protection system on Friday at Sochi. Red Bull's Aeroscreen has received mixed reviews, but Alonso says there is no room for bravado when it comes to safety. World champion Lewis Hamilton said on Thursday that danger was an important part of F1's appeal. "I think it's a must for safety, we don't need heroes in this sport right now," said Alonso. "We saw many incidents and occasions in the last couple...
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