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McLaren-Honda hit by more problems during testing

McLaren-Honda has been dealt another setback during the opening day of the first in-season test after yet more reliability problems with its power unit. Formula 1 teams have stayed on in Bahrain for two days of in-season testing, running from 09:00 to 18:00 local time, but McLaren test and development driver Oliver Turvey has so far completed only two installation laps. “We have detected a water leak from the ERS just after installation and it’s under investigation,” confirmed a Honda spokesperson. “In the interest of time, we decided to change the power unit. Currently we are working to replace it.” McLaren has endured a dismal start to the 2017 season, amid...
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