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Raikkonen supports return of F1 'warning' flag

Sep.6 Kimi Raikkonen has backed the return to Formula 1 of the black and white flag for unsportsmanlike behaviour. We reported at Spa that race director Michael Masi told the drivers during their briefing that they will more often be warned about driving infractions rather than instantly penalised. Then, during the race, the black and white flag made its actual comeback. "For me, it's the motorsport version of the yellow flag in football," Masi said. Raikkonen, the oldest and most experienced driver on the grid, backed the move. "We got used to those flags in karting, but for some reason it was stopped in Formula 1," said the Finn. "The flag was designed for these...
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