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Haryanto hopes home crowd messages keep F1 dream alive

Haryanto hopes home crowd messages keep F1 dream alive Indonesia's first Formula One driver Rio Haryanto is hoping text messaging, and many millions of potential helping hands can raise money to keep his dreams on track. The 23-year-old made his debut this season with Manor Racing, who have made big progress despite being the smallest team on the starting grid, but the deal requires a budget contribution. Indonesian media has put the amount needed at 15 million euros ($17.01 million), with state-owned oil and gas company Pertamina paying five million and the Ministry of Tourism also assisting. The latest initiative, backed by the Indonesian government and telecoms companies, aims to raise...
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