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F1 insist it "critical" grand prix preserved in face of new sprint plan

Ross Brawn is adamant Formula 1's planned sprint race will not devalue a grand prix, insisting it is "critical" the integrity of the race is preserved. F1's managing director motorsports Brawn has confirmed the three-race trial format will be known as 'sprint qualifying', with F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali to discuss the matter with team bosses on Saturday evening. Article continues under video One of the over-riding concerns for F1 is that a grand prix victory on Sunday does not lose its meaning for all involved, which is why the planned points system will only reward the top-three finishers. GPFans Global understands the scoring system will be a simple three points for the winner,...
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