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Force India: Ocon's Mercedes junior role won't be a problem

Force India deputy team principal Bob Fernley says he has no qualms about employing Esteban Ocon despite the Frenchman's long-term commitment to Mercedes. Fernley insists that, while Ocon remains a member of the Mercedes junior squad, there is no danger of him being whisked away at short notice, should the world champion team have a need for his services. "Absolutely not, he's a Force India driver for two years, and that's it," Fernley said. "He can't substitute one of their drivers. "But if they were asking him to test, I think I'd be quite pleased to let him do that!" Historically some F1 teams have opted not to invest time and effort in developing a driver who is...
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