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      Gary Vines dead aged 33: Tributes pour in after motorbike racer dies after Manx Grand Prix crash

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      GARY VINES has died after crashing during qualifying for the Manx Grand Prix.The rider from Colchester was involved in an accident at Ballagarey in Glen Vine while on his first lap of the opening session.
      Motorbike rider Gary Vines has died aged 33Credit: YouTube / Energy FM
      He passed away from his injuries after a crash while qualifying for the Manx Grand Prix.Credit: Alamy
      The session was paused while the crash was dealt with by emergency staff.
      The organisers announced Vines, 33, had died as a result of his injuries.
      A statement read: “It is with a heavy heart that the Manx Grand Prix can confirm the loss of Gary Vines, who succumbed to injuries sustained in an accident in the first qualifying session of the 2023 event.
      “Everyone involved in the organisation of the Manx Grand Prix would like to express their deepest sympathies to Gary’s family, his partner, his loved ones, and friends.
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      “Gary was also a skilled off-road rider, and had contested the notorious Red Bull Romaniacs hard enduro rallye.
      “Gary was a well-loved and respected member of the paddock and his peers will fondly remember a skilled and stylish racer with an impressive racing CV.
      “The loss of Gary will be felt deeply by all.”
      Vines made his debut at the Manx Gran Prix in 2015 and won the Newcomers B Race.
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      He then earned a podium finish in the 2018 Lightweight Race and also collected top ten finishes when it was the Classic TT.
      Tributes have poured in for the riderCredit: Alamy
      And news of Wines’ death spread fast as tributes were made to him on social media.
      One person tweeted: “RIP Gary Vines, an extremely talented two-stroke racer, former Newcomers B Manx GP race winner. Thoughts with his family and friends.”
      A second wrote: “Such sad news from #IOM #ManxGP. When you here of a red flag incident especially at a place like Ballagarey you hope for the best.
      “He was doing something he clearly loved Ride high.”
      Another said: “Such awful news from the Manx Grand Prix… Godspeed, Gary Vines.” More

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      F1 star Lando Norris’ gorgeous model ex shows off tan lines and underboob in revealing bikini as fans say ‘myyy god’

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      LANDO NORRIS’ gorgeous ex-girlfriend Luisinha Oliveira left fans stunned as she caught some summer sun.Luisinha used to date the Formula One star before they separated in September last year.
      Luisinha Oliveira stunned in a bikiniCredit: https://www.instagram.com/luisinhaoliveira99/
      She was labelled ‘super gorgeous’ by one fanCredit: https://www.instagram.com/luisinhaoliveira99/
      Luisinha works as a fashion modelCredit: https://www.instagram.com/luisinhaoliveira99/
      However, she appears to have not allowed it to cramp her mood since then.
      She is often seen wearing bikinis in steamy photoshoots.
      And her latest collection proved to be no different.
      The Portuguese model sent fans into meltdown with her latest post.
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      Luisinha, 23, wore a black bikini and some sunglasses while visiting the Hotel Porta do Sol in northern Portugal.
      In the first image of the collection she shared she was seen sitting on a rock while knee deep in a swimming pool.
      The second image saw her standing on the side of a large pool, while a third had her sitting on the side and dipping her feet in the pool.
      Fans were left swooning at the images, with one typing: “Myyy god Luísa.”
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      She is regularly seen in breathtaking bikini’sCredit: Instagram / @luisinhaoliveira99
      Luisinha’s line of work means she is not camera shyCredit: Instagram @luisinhaoliveira99
      A second wrote: “GODDESS!!!!!!😍😍😍😍😍🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️.”
      “You are so beautiful 🖤,” remarked a third.
      A fourth added: “Super gorgeous 😍🔥.”
      Meanwhile, a fifth typed: “Perfection in one post.”
      Luisinha has 369,000 followers on Instagram.
      Luisinha dated F1 star Lando Norris before the pair separated in September of last yearCredit: Instagram @luisinhaoliveira99
      She has 369,000 followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @luisinhaoliveira99
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      BBC Sport F1 host Jennie Gow ‘delighted and nervous’ as she announces return eight months after terrifying stroke

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      BBC Sport Formula One broadcaster Jennie Gow has described her herself as “delighted and a little nervous” after revealing she is returning to the paddock.Gow, a fan favourite thanks to her exploits on Netflix’s Drive to Survive F1 series, revealed in January she had suffered a “serious stroke”.
      Jennie Gow has announced she will be returning to the F1 paddockCredit: Getty
      Gow revealed she suffered an ‘extremely rare’ strokeCredit: Getty
      But, eight months on from the traumatic ordeal, she has now confirmed she will be making a remarkable comeback at the Dutch Grand Prix at the end of August.
      Taking to Twitter, Gow shared the incredible news with fans.
      She wrote: “I’m delighted (and a little nervous) to say that I will be returning to the F1 circuit for the Dutch GP.
      “It’s been almost eight months since my stroke and I’m still not able to do all the things I could before, but @IMG, @bbc5live and @F1 are going to help me get back into the pit lane to see how I go.
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      “My lovely therapists are supporting me and continue to remind me ‘I’m a work in progress and not the finished article’. So, please bear with me, mind the gaps and wish me luck.”
      In May, Gow appeared alongside her husband, Jamie Coley, in a film on BBC’s The One Show explaining her experience.
      In the short film, she began by recounting her career as an F1 reporter before saying: “But then my life changed dramatically.
      “At 45, I suffered a serious stroke. And I’ve spent the last few months learning to walk, and more significantly, to talk again.
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      Gow reserved special praise for Sky Sports for their support of husband Jamie Coley
      She broke down in tears when recounting her ordeal on The One Show in MayCredit: BBC
      “Just after Christmas I got sick, it wasn’t Covid, but I had a terrible cough and then my husband Jamie found me collapsed in the bathroom.”
      Jamie then revealed the panic which set over him at the time.
      He said: “I was trying to call your name and get you to speak to me and I was just getting nothing back from you. It was the worst moment of my life.”
      Upon hearing his response, Gow could not hold back her emotions and broke down into tears.
      In her return announcement post, she reserved special praise for Sky Sports F1 for the support they provided Jamie with.
      She added: “So many people to thank but at this point, I’ll just say a special thank you to @skysportf1 who have been supportive of my husband and me – I can’t thank them and their generosity enough.
      It’s been almost eight months since my stroke and I’m still not able to do all the things I could before, but @IMG, @bbc5live and @F1 are going to help me get back into the pit lane to see how I go.Jennie Gow@JennieGow/Twitter
      “I can’t wait to be back on your radio. I’ve missed it so much. Speak to you on Thursday!”
      Gow’s daughter, Isabel, was described as a “superstar” by Jamie, with the six-year-old rushing to grab some pillows and put them under her mothers head before passing the phone to him.
      After being rushed to Frimley Park hospital and receiving “very prompt” treatment, Gow later posted a message on social media.
      She wrote: “Hi everyone, been quiet the last few weeks, this is because I suffered a serious stroke two weeks ago.
      “My husband is helping me type this, as I’m finding it hard to write and my speech is most affected.
      “I’m desperate to make a full recovery and return to work but it might take some time.
      Gow is a fan favourite following appearances of Netflix’s Drive to Survive F1 series
      “Thank you to the medical teams at Frimley and St George’s and my family and friends who’ve got me through the last fortnight X.”
      Dr Thomas Pain, one of Gow’s consultants, appeared in the video to explain how her stroke was caused.
      He said: “The majority of strokes are caused by a blockage in a blood vessel which supplies the brain.
      “Your stroke was caused by a clot from the carotid artery, in the neck, a tear in the blood vessel due to coughing and a viral infection you had at the time.
      “That clot flew up the vessel, causing the stroke on the left side of the brain.”
      After being transferred to a specialist unit at St Georges’ in London, Gow had her clot successfully removed before any significant damage was caused.
      In terms of the F1 season, Max Verstappen and Red Bull have dominated, not giving Lewis Hamilton a look in for race wins.
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      Indeed, prior to the mid-season break – which has seen stars jet off around the globe – Verstappen has won eight races in a row.
      And he will have the chance to extend his streak and equal Sebastian Vettel’s 2013 record of nine at his home Grand Prix next weekend.
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      Inside F1 champ Max Verstappen’s loved up holiday with Kelly Piquet with model stunning in bikini and see-through dress

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      MAX VERSTAPPEN has spent Formula One’s mid-season break on holiday in the Mediterranean with girlfriend Kelly Piquet.The reigning world champion, 25, is dominating on the track in 2023, winning ten races out of 12 heading into the four-week summer hiatus.
      Max Verstappen is on holiday with girlfriend Kelly PiquetCredit: Instagram / @maxverstappen1
      He was pictured relaxing on a float in the seaCredit: Instagram / @maxverstappen1
      Kelly, left, is the daughter of legendary racing driver Nelson PiquetCredit: Instagram / @kellypiquet
      Verstappen and Piquet were pictured kissing on a boatCredit: Instagram / @kellypiquet
      Kelly also wowed in a black bikiniCredit: Instagram / @kellypiquet
      She wore a see-through dress over the top of the bikiniCredit: Instagram / @kellypiquet
      And he was all smiles with partner Kelly as Verstappen shared a picture of them dressed in smart clothes.
      The racing driver – just one of many F1 stars to enjoy luxury summer holidays – wore a shirt, trousers and trainers, while Kelly donned a white dress and heels.
      Verstappen also shared an image of him relaxing on a float in the ocean while topless.
      Meanwhile, Kelly has posted a host of photos including her in a stunning black bikini and see-through dress.
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      She also shared pictures of the pair holding hands and kissing as they relax in the sunshine.
      In her captions, she says the pair have been to Corsica and Sardinia.
      And she replied to one of her own posts, saying: “My best summer ❤️.”
      Reacting to the photos, one person said: “Kelly is glowing 😍😍🔥.”
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      The revealing snaps were praised by her fansCredit: Instagram / @kellypiquet
      Kelly has 1.2 million followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram / @kellypiquet
      Verstappen is enjoying Formula One’s mid-season breakCredit: Instagram / @kellypiquet
      The Dutchman is on course to claim a third drivers’ championshipCredit: Instagram / @kellypiquet
      While another added: “Ahwwww cuties!😍❤️.”
      Kelly, 34, the daughter of three-time F1 world champion Nelson Piquet, has been with Verstappen since January 2021.
      She previously dated former Red Bull driver Daniil Kvyat for two years.
      Kelly and Kvyat have a daughter together – Penelope, four.
      Meanwhile, Verstappen will return to the paddock for the Dutch Grand Prix on August 27.
      He is on course to smash his own record of 15 wins in a single season – while he closes in on a third successive world title in the process.
      If he claims nine of the final ten races, he will also move above both Alain Prost and Sebastian Vettel to become the driver with the third most wins in F1 history.
      Kelly has shared a host of pictures of the holiday on social mediaCredit: Instagram / @kellypiquet
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      Lewis Hamilton ‘talks to Ferrari chief EVERY race’, fuelling speculation over sensational F1 team transfer

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      LEWIS HAMILTON has sparked talk of a stunning transfer to Ferrari after it was revealed he speaks to Fred Vasseur at every race. Ferrari team principal Vasseur confirmed he and the 38-year-old speak at every Grand Prix.
      Lewis Hamilton’s contract situation remains uncertainCredit: Splash
      Ferrari team principle Fred Vasseur confirmed he speaks to Hamilton at every Grand PrixCredit: AP
      He also said they have a close bond, owing to when Hamilton raced under Vasseur in his title-winning GP2 season in 2006 – which led the Brit to getting an F1 seat with McLaren in 2007.
      But seven drivers titles later, Hamilton is now one of the faces of the sport.
      Vasseur, 55, places him alongside Max Verstappen and Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc as the best on the grid.
      And he is not ignorant to Hamilton’s contract situation at current team Mercedes, which is set to expire at the end of the season.
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      Speaking to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Frenchman Vasseur explained his relationship with Hamilton, saying: “I talk to him at every GP, he raced for me 20 years ago and we are still close.
      “I helped him when he went to McLaren at the beginning of his F1 career and we talk from time to time. 
      “Clearly if we are seen together in the paddock a fuss comes out, but the relationship has remained.
      “I don’t want to compare him to our drivers, it would not make sense. But the contribution of a top driver is not only driving.”
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      He continued: “It’s also technical, strategy, help in hiring an engineer. And in this case, if you have Hamilton, Verstappen but also Leclerc it’s easier.
      “People who work in F1 are passionate about racing, they like to work with champions.”
      With the mid-season break in full swing, Hamilton has been enjoying some time away from the track.
      And according to some sensational reports, he has been spending some of that time with singer Shakira.
      The pair having sparked dating rumours after being spotted together over the last few months.
      Shakira is claimed to have snuck Hamilton into her luxury Ibiza villa on three separate occasions.
      Hamilton finished P4 at the Belgian Grand Prix almost three weeks ago but must until August 27 before he gets racing again at the Dutch Grand Prix.
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      F1 cat that had own VIP pass to Grand Prix race weekends dies as heartbroken fans say ‘run free beautiful Imola kitty’

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      AN F1 cat that had its own VIP pass to Grand Prix race weekends has sadly passed away.Heartbroken fans have left emotional tributes after Formulino’s death was reported.
      The Imola cat, Formulino, has sadly passed awayCredit: Facebook @ESPN F1
      The cat lived at the Imola Circuit and was a regular at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix in recent years.
      Such was the animal’s popularity, it even wore a VIP pass round its neck as it strolled around the paddock.
      ESPN report, though, that Formulino has died, with one fan commenting on the news: “Run free beautiful Imola kitty.”
      Another wrote: “Rest in peace Formulino.”
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      A third F1 fan added: “So sad, my daughter thought it was such a lovely story and was so jealous of the cat.”
      Meanwhile, one more said: “This made me so sad. RIP beautiful kitty, you will be missed at Imola.”
      Formulino also became something of a good luck charm for drivers after the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at Imola was added to the F1 calendar in 2020.
      However, the feline is alleged to have cursed Sebastian Vettel at the first edition of the race.
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      He was told before the weekend that it is good luck if Formulino comes and sees you before the race.
      “I don’t like cats,” he replied. “I have nothing to offer it. He’s a bit overweight though, maybe because there hasn’t been much racing lately.”
      Vettel went on to qualify in 14th before finishing 12th in the race itself.
      As for Lewis Hamilton, who was seen stroking the cat in the Mercedes garage, he claimed victory after starting in P3.
      Fans and drivers missed out on the chance to see Formulino this year after the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix was cancelled back in May.
      Heavy rainfall and flooding caused the race to be postponed, but it is set to return to the calendar in 2024. More

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      Inside F1 drivers’ globe-trotting hols that make even footballers’ look budget – including Ibiza party with superstar DJ

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      THEY quite literally live life in the fast lane, so it’s not surprising Formula 1 stars love to slow down, relax and unwind in absolute luxury. With the summer break upon them, F1 drivers like Max Verstappen, Pierre Gasly and George Russell have jetted off around the world on jaw-dropping trips that put even millionaire footballers’ to shame.
      Formula One World Champion Max Verstappen and his partner Kelly Piquet were recently seen enjoying a family boat trip out in the Sardinian seaCredit: BackGrid
      From Sardinia to Ibiza to jet-packing and raving – often with their glam other halves – this is how the super rich stars are spending their vacations.
      Max Verstappen
      World champion Verstappen extended his title lead at the Belgian Grand Prix, securing his eighth straight victory, so no doubt he’ll be feeling very happy going into the summer break.
      The 25-year-old and his model girlfriend Kelly Piquet, 34, have been enjoying a romantic getaway to Sardinia, Italy, flying in on a private jet days after the final race.
      Kelly has posted on Instagram, showing off the beautiful surroundingsCredit: Instagram
      Max and Kelly have been together since 2020 and are one of the golden couples of the sportCredit: Getty
      The pair jetted off to SardiniaCredit: https://www.instagram.com/kellypiquet/?hl=en
      Since then, the couple have been enjoying the beautiful scenery and coastal views, and have visited the local towns with Kelly’s daughter Penelope, who she welcomed in 2019 with her ex, Daniil Kvyat.
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      Kelly began dating Verstappen in late 2020 – one year before he won the F1 World Championship – and the pair have been going strong ever since.
      Pierre Gasly
      Pierre Gasly and Francisca Gomes have been spending time together in the Algarve, PortugalCredit: Instagram
      Pierre is enjoying some down time, pictured here relaxing in the hot tubCredit: Instagram
      The star took his foot off the pedal to enjoy a round of golfCredit: Instagram
      Pierre Gasly, 27, and his girlfriend Francisca ‘Kika’ Gomes started dating last year and went Instagram official with their romance at the beginning of 2023.
      And it seems the pair are clearly still very much enjoying the honeymoon phase.
      They are currently spending some time in the Algarve, Portugal, and they’ve both posted a series of loved-up photos together.
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      Pierre has been enjoying time relaxing in the hot tub, and earlier this week Francisca even posted a ‘cheeky snap’ showing off their tans – and derrieres – at the beach.
      While away, Gasly’s swapped driving for a spot of golf, and while he posted a photo enjoying an ice cream, he hasn’t gone full ‘holiday mode’ – still making sure he goes to the gym while abroad too.
      The driver’s girlfriend Francisca posted this cheeky snap showing off their golden tansCredit: Instagram
      Naturally, Pierre has a snazzy motor at the readyCredit: Instagram
      Francisca found a perfect spot to sunbatheCredit: Instagram
      George Russell
      Among the most adventurous couples are Brit George Russell, 25, and investment broker girlfriend Carmen Mundt, who have been together since 2020.
      The pair are currently away with their families and have spent a lot of time at sea, paddle boarding, jet skiing, hoverboarding and even playing around with hydro-jet packs.
      Posting photos of their adventures, George wrote: “Really fun times trying some new things.
      “I’ve never been very comfortable in water but have enjoyed pushing myself outside my comfort zone. A few small bruises later, we’re away!”
      George and Carmen have been together since 2020, and are spending the summer break spending time with their familiesCredit: Instagram
      Carmen was previously a student at the University of Westminster and studied for a degree in business management and financeCredit: Instagram
      The sporty pair had a go at paddleboardingCredit: The Mega Agency
      Even hydro jet packs were on the itineraryCredit: Instagram
      Daniel Ricciardo
      While Aussie racer Daniel Ricciardo has won eight Grand Prixs, last August he hit a career low, getting ditched by McLaren and failing to secure a seat for the 2023 season.
      He went on to make a surprise F1 return at the Hungarian GP, and since the season ended he’s enjoyed a much-needed trip to Ibiza alongside DJs Martin Garrix and Tiesto.
      Garrix posted a photo on his Instagram of the trio enjoying a lunch captioned: “CRAZY day in Ibiza!! thanks for partying in the rain.”
      Ricciardo, 34, – who is dating Heidi Berger – also owns a luxury mansion in Los Angeles, and is said to enjoy spending most of the summer in LA, telling the West Australian: “The weather, having the beaches close by, I feel like you can escape the madness of it all.” 
      Daniel Ricciardo has been spending time in IbizaCredit: Instagram
      Lewis Hamilton 
      He recently posted a cool underwater snap of himself, and while it’s not known where Lewis Hamilton is holidaying currently, it will no doubt be phenomenal.
      He’s no stranger to lavish trips, having previously travelled around America and Mexico in his summers off, and has enjoyed jaunts to Jamaica and Costa Rica.
      The driver, 38, is rumoured to be dating singer Shakira, 46, and the pair are reportedly embracing a “hot summer romance” and have become “inseparable”.
      Lewis Hamilton uploaded this photo to his Instagram, with the caption ‘Out of office’Credit: LEWIS HAMILTON / INSTAGRAM
      Lewis previously posed with his arm around Shakira as they went out for dinnerCredit: Instagram – Mustafa
      Lance Stroll
      He managed to crash his car and fall down the stairs at the Belgian Grand Prix, so Lance Stroll was probably feeling ready for a break.
      The 24-year-old shared a selection of photos showing his break so far on Instagram captioned: “Summer dump”, showing him enjoying an ice cream and wake-surfing.
      There’s been no sign of girlfriend Sara Pagliaroli in his summer pics as yet, who he’s dated since 2021.
      Lance Stroll is making the most of the summer breakCredit: Instagram
      Lando Norris
      He recently posted a video if himself jumping off a yacht into the crystal blue sea, so it seems Lando Norris is finally taking some much earned rest with his family.
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      However, as soon as the season finished, the 23-year-old first hopped in a helicopter alongside Max Verstappen to visit their mutual friend DJ Martin Garrix.
      In true ‘work hard, play hard’ style, the pair partied at Tomorrowland dance festival in Belgium together before taking a much needed proper break.
      After the last race, Lando Norris boarded a helicopterCredit: Instagram
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      I was Lewis Hamilton’s F1 understudy earning more than £1.5m a year… now I’m making drastic change studying at Harvard

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      LEWIS HAMILTON’s former understudy used to rake in more than £1.5million as an F1 Driver.But after losing his seat as an Alpha Tauri driver this season he has embarked on a drastic career change, according to Racing News 365.
      De Vries has swapped the paddock for HarvardCredit: Getty
      Nyck De Vries revealed that he has swapped the paddock for the lecture halls of Harvard as he has gone back to university to complete his education.
      The Dutchman said: “I’ve never studied before in my life, in fact, I didn’t even finish high school.
      “But in September I’m going to take a course at Harvard. Negotiation and Leadership, a little bit of studying. More because I just like it now that I have some time and the interest to learn other things.”
      Many thought the Dutchman was hard done by to lose his seat as an Alpha Tauri driver, with the Red Bull team moving ruthlessly to replace him after results were not up to the required standard.
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      De Vries was replaced by Daniel Ricciardo after just 10 races this season as he was one of only two drivers not to secure a top-10 finish alongside Williams’ rookie Logan Sargeant.
      The decision of Red Bull to bring Ricciardo in dashed De Vries dreams of becoming an established F1 driver having won both the F2 and Formula E Championships before getting his Formula One break aged 27.
      When asked by Racing News 365 if his dismissal was tough to take, De Vries said: “Actually [it was] not.
      “I had a lot of support and it actually went very naturally. I’ve been playing a lot of golf since then.”
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      De Vries was previously a reserve driver for Mercedes where he tested for Lewis Hamilton.
      And Mercedes boss Toto Wolff is an executive fellow and guest lecturer at the Harvard Business School – where De Vries will now study.
      Wolff has helped teach MBA students a case study led by Harvard Business School professor Anita Elberse entitled ‘Toto Wolff and the Mercedes Formula One Team’.
      So it may be the case that while De Vries was dealt with ruthlessly by Red Bull, his former boss Wolff is still looking out for him.
      De Vries is not the only former F1 driver heading back to study.
      Former Williams driver Nicholas Latifi announced last month he was starting an MBA course at the London Business School. More