Long-time deputy team principal Bob Fernley has left Force India after Lawrence Stroll began takeover proceedings of the team. Fernley has been synonymous with Force India since its rebrand in 2008 but has been told by Stroll that his services will no longer be required. The 50-year-old was often the leading voice of the team as he deputised on a regular basis for Dr Vijay Mallya who has not been able to leave the UK for several years due to ongoing legal battles. Fernley was also the key link between the team and the governing bodies, yet he does not feature in Stroll's plans once the takeover is completed. At present, chief operating officer Otmar Szafnauer is still continuing in his...
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