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Ferrari hope Vettel will avoid Suzuka grid penalty

In the aftermath of a torrid, problem packed, Malaysian Grand Prix weekend, Ferrari are hoping that Sebastian Vettel will avoid a grid penalty for a change of gearbox at the forthcoming Japanese Grand Prix. It was feared that the gearbox may have required to be changed after the freak collision with Williams driver Lance Stroll on the slow-down lap at the end of the Malaysian Grand Prix. The gearbox and related components were airlifted to the Maranello factory in Italy for investigation after which a team spokesperson confirmed: 'It seems OK.' If damaged, Vettel will face a five-place grid penalty at Suzuka, which will be another blow to his title battle with championship leader Lewis...
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