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FIA adopts 'zero tolerance' approach to British GP track limits

Formula 1 drivers have been told that there will be a 'zero tolerance' approach for anyone abusing track limits at Copse, Stowe and Club corner at the British Grand Prix. The design of the three corners allows drivers to run wide at the exit, which in theory could hand them an advantage as it will allow them to carry more momentum. With the matter having come up during Friday night's drivers briefing at Silverstone, F1 race director Charlie Whiting issued on note to teams on Saturday morning making clear that there will be no leeway for drivers running wide in qualifying. He stated that any driver who goes off the circuit at these corners will have their laptime deleted. The note said:...
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