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Brawn pushing to lose grid penalties, DRS
Ross Brawn say Formula 1 chiefs are pushing for an end to grid penalties in grand prix racing, saying the system has got out of control and is a turn-off for fans. Ever since F1 moved towards long-life components – including engines and gearboxes that must last a set number of races – it has always dealt with drivers who use too many components by moving them down the grid. But situations like Stoffel Vandoorne's 65-place grid penalty in Spa, plus frequent gearbox change penalties for those battling at the front of the grid, has left Brawn adamant that a better solution needs to be found. In an exclusive interview with Motorsport.com, Brawn reckoned it was important that F1 found a...
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