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Controversy in F2: Hitech lets Vips race, to disbelief of F2 management

In Formula 2, Hitech Racing has made a controversial decision. They have decided to retain driver Juri Vips in their line-up, after Red Bull Racing cancelled the junior's contract following racist comments made by the Estonian. Hitech has announced that they are "giving him the chance to redeem himself." Article continues under ad Hitech Racing boss Oliver Oakes has announced on Twitter that they remain loyal to Vips. "I have made it clear that I think the language used was totally unacceptable, but I choose to give him a chance to redeem himself," he said. In his statement, he is critical of society, where "no one is allowed to make a mistake." Read more...
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