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    Sebastian Vettel joins Aston Martin for F1 2021 season after disastrous campaign at Ferrari so far

    SEBASTIAN VETTEL has signed a multi-year deal to drive for Aston Martin F1.
    The four-time world champion has agreed terms with the Silverstone-based team, formerly known as Force India and now called Racing Point.

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    Sebastian Vettel leaves Ferrari after six years with the ScuderiaCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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    The experienced driver headed out on his Mugello track walk on Thursday, only minutes after his switch to Racing Point brokeCredit: AP:Associated Press
    The team is now owned by billionaire, Lawrence Stroll and will be renamed as Aston Martin from next season.
    Vettel, 33, will partner Stroll’s son, Lance Stroll, in the team after being shown the door by Ferrari.
    The German has made no secret of his desire to remain in the sport while Aston Martin are hoping his experience will help them challenge for wins.
    Vettel said: “I am pleased to finally share this exciting news about my future. I’m extremely proud to say that I will become an Aston Martin driver in 2021.

    “It’s a new adventure for me with a truly legendary car company. I have been impressed with the results the team has achieved this year and I believe the future looks even brighter.
    “The energy and commitment of Lawrence to the sport is inspiring and I believe we can build something very special together.

    “I still have so much love for Formula One and my only motivation is to race at the front of the grid.
    “To do so with Aston Martin will be a huge privilege.”

    Vettel, who won all his titles with Milton Keynes-based Red Bull Racing, is a huge lover of English culture, plus a big James Bond fan.
    His switch to the team had been expected after being seen leaving the British GP in the same car as Racing Point’s team principal, Otmar Szafnauer.

    Sebastian is a proven champion and brings a winning mentality that matches our own ambitions.
    Otmar SzafnauerRacing Point team principal

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    And after Sergio Perez was released from his long-term deal on Wednesday night ahead of this weekend’s Tuscan GP, Vettel has now been confirmed.
    Szafnauer added: “Everybody at Silverstone is hugely excited by this news. Sebastian is a proven champion and brings a winning mentality that matches our own ambitions for the future as Aston Martin F1 Team.
    “On a Saturday or Sunday afternoon, Sebastian is one of the best in the world, and I can’t think of a better driver to help take us into this new era. He will play a significant role in taking this team to the next level.”

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    Sergio Perez QUITS Racing Point… paving way for Ferrari star Sebastian Vettel to join Silverstone-based team

    SERGIO PEREZ will quit Racing Point – paving way for Sebastian Vettel to join the Silverstone-based team.
    The Mexican will leave when his contract ends in December and Vettel is expected to be confirmed today for the team that will be renamed as Aston Martin for 2021.

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    Sergio Perez is leaving Racing Pint having joined the team in 2014Credit: Getty Images – Getty

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    Racing Point will become Aston Martin next season with Sebastian Vettel taking Perez’ seatCredit: EPA
    Vettel has been a long-term target for the team owner, billionaire Lawrence Stroll, who wants the four-time world champion to partner his son, Lance in the team.
    Perez, 30, had expected to stay on, with a deal until 2022, and said he was “hurt” to be leaving the team.
    Perez, who missed two races this season after testing positive for Covid-19, posted a message on Twitter.
    He said: “Everything in life always has a beginning and an end, and after seven years together, my time with the team will come to an end after this season.

    “It hurts a bit as I bet on the team during very rough times; we managed to overcome obstacles and I am very proud of saving the jobs of several of my teammates.
    “I’ll keep the memories of the great moments lived together, the friendships and the satisfaction of always giving my all.

    I don’t have a plan B. My intention is to continue racing here, but that would depend on finding a project that motivates me.
    Sergio Perez

    “I will always be grateful for the opportunity given to me by Vijay Mallya, who believed in me in 2014 and allowed me to continue my F1 career with Force India.
    “To the current administration, led by Lawrence Stroll, I wish nothing but the best in the future, specially with the upcoming Aston Martin project.

    “I don’t have a plan B. My intention is to continue racing here, but that would depend on finding a project that motivates me to continue giving my 100 percent in each lap.
    “I want to thank each one of you who have been with me throughout these 10 years. To my family, who has always been there to support me despite anything.”
    Vettel, 33, has been told he is no longer required by Ferrari, who have signed McLaren’s Carlos Sainz as his replacement.

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    F1’s Sergio Perez says he visited his ‘mum after she left hospital’ as he admits he doesn’t know where he caught COVID19 forcing him out of British GP
    The news was a shock to the German, who will race in Ferrari’s 1,000th celebration GP in Mugello this weekend, as he had initially been told he was getting a new deal.
    He has since been heavily linked with a switch to Racing Point and was seen leaving Silverstone after the British GP in the same car as Racing Point team principal, Otmar Szafnauer.
    Meanwhile, Perez has limited options to stay in F1 next season with seats only available at Alfa Romeo and Haas.

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    Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes team say he was NOT to blame for Italian GP error

    LEWIS HAMILTON’s Mercedes team have told him he was NOT to blame for the error that cost him victory in the Italian GP.
    Merc bosses say it was their fault after failing to spot a message on page 3 on their information screens, telling them the pitlane was closed.

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    Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes team say he was not to blame for his illegal pitstopCredit: Getty Images – Getty
    Hamilton made the illegal pitstop during the race that earned him a ten second time penalty that resulted in him finishing seventh.
    While the world champion took responsibility for the mistake immediately after the race, his team have now shielded him from blame.
    Mercedes chief strategist, James Vowles, said: “There were two pieces of information to tell us that the pitlane entry had been closed.

    Lewis came on the radio asking for a different set of tyres, we were reviewing whether or not we had time, whether it was the correct decision or not
    James Vowles Mercedes Chief Strategist

    “The first was there were boards around the track that have a cross on it, a red cross indicating that’s the state, and when the driver sees that, he knows he must stay out.

    “The second piece of information is we have TV screens in front of us.
    “One of those is called page three and it contains a number of messages that the FIA wants to send us.
    “This was a key point in the race where the entire field would have come into the pitlane.
    “Lewis came on the radio asking for a different set of tyres, we were reviewing whether or not we had time, whether it was the correct decision or not.

    “These were all conversations that take just a few seconds, but they all add up.

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    Lewis Hamilton’s error led to him finishing seventh at the Italian Grand Prix Credit: AP:Associated Press
    “What you are not doing particularly is looking for a single line on the screen to indicate the pitlane entry was closed and we missed it.
    Meanwhile, Ferrari have ruled out a swoop for Mercedes engine whizz, Andy Cowell.
    The Brit is leaving the world champions having played a huge part in their success in the hybrid-turbo era.
    And while Ferrari have substantial engine problems, boss Mattia Binotto has ruled out signing up the 51-year-old.

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    He said: “In terms of new people joining Ferrari in the future, I think that in F1 you can never be satisfied, so if there is anyone that can bring added value to the team it’s our responsibility to look for it and eventually to do it.
    “You mention Andy Cowell — as far as I’m aware, he’s still working in Mercedes currently.
    “Certainly, there are great names in F1. Is there someone joining Ferrari very soon? It’s not the case.”

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    Michael Schumacher’s son Mick, 21, ‘to make Formula 1 debut’ this weekend ahead of Tuscan GP

    MICK SCHUMACHER is in line to make his Formula One debut at the Tuscan Grand Prix, according to reports.
    As the son of Ferrari legend Michael, big things are expected of Mick, 21, while he fights for the Formula 2 title.

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    Mick Schumacher is reportedly set for a runout at the Tuscan Grand Prix this weekendCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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    The German is the son of seven-time world champ MichaelCredit: Getty – Contributor
     According to German outlet RTL, the youngster is being lined up for a free practice runout at Mugello.
    This weekend’s Grand Prix represents Ferrari’s 1000th race in F1 and the appearance of a Schumacher would no doubt attract huge added interest.
    That is particularly the case with the unusual pandemic-affected calendar taking F1 to the Prancing Horse’s very own track.
    It is not yet known which car Schumacher would climb into for an FP1 workout, but Ferrari-affiliated teams Haas and Alfa Romeo are the obvious bets.

    A spot in a Ferrari itself would be a huge statement from the Italian team, particularly amid their own struggles.
    In fact, team principal Mattia Binotto has already talked up Mick’s abilities from inside the Ferrari Driver Academy.

    Last month, Binotto told Bild am Sonntag: “He’s doing very well this season in Formula 2. His job was to improve and make progress and he is doing that.
    “We’ll soon discuss what we’re going to do with him next year.”

    Schumacher won his first F2 race of 2020 with victory in the feature race at Monza on Saturday.
    A string of podium finishes has the German racer in second place of the junior division’s championship, six points behind Brit and fellow Ferrari Academy ace Callum Ilott.
    Many in F1 hope Mick can live up to the legacy of father Michael, 51, who holds the record for the most Drivers’ Championship titles in the sport.
    The seven-time champ was skiing with his son, one of two children with wife Corinna, when he suffered a serious head injury in December 2013.

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    After years of treatment, the racing legend is reportedly conscious while his family remain incredibly private over the state of his health.
    FIA president Jean Todt, who oversaw much of Schumacher’s success at Ferrari, visited the German in July and said: “I saw Michael last week.
    “He is fighting. I hope the world will be able to see him again. That is what he and his family are working towards.”

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    Pierre Gasly reveals stars including Mbappe, Neymar and Giroud sent him congratulation texts after F1 Italian GP win

    PIERRE GASLY has revealed he was called up by a host of football stars to congratulate him on winning last week’s Italian GP.
    The Frenchman was the shock winner in Monza to earn his first ever victory in F1 and received plenty of well-known well-wishers, including French President, Emmanuel Macron.

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    Pierre Gasly recorded his first ever F1 win in Italy

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    And the Frenchman revealed he had many famous well wishers after the win
    Paris Saint-Germain fan Gasly said: “I was impressed and very happy how much support messages I got from all other athletes in the world of sports.
    “Guys like Neymar, Antoine Griezmann, Kylian Mbappe, Fabio, Giroud, so many players actually follow F1 and congratulated me.
    “Also in different sports, in tennis, some cyclists, from everywhere. I was shocked and I still haven’t had the chance to go through all the messages.
    “It means a lot because this makes me realise sometimes we are focusing and not realising so many people are following back in their life, and really happy for the success of other guys.”

    Lewis Hamilton was also full of praise for the 24-year-old, who has endured a torrid 12 months after being demoted from Red Bull, losing his best mate in a racing accident AND getting burgled.
    Gasly and Hamilton have struck up a friendship playing Call of Duty together on their Playstations.
    He added: “It’s pretty funny to play together and team up together as it’s very different to normal, we’ve got to help each other if we want to get the win.
    “Obviously in coronavirus times, during the lockdown, we did spend some more time on the Playstation.

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    Neymar, Antoine Griezmann, Kylian Mbappe and Olivier Giroud all congratulated Gasly after the win

    “It was actually nice because we started to discuss F1 and got to know each other a bit more.
    “I got a lot from that time and I feel like when I need some advice I am free to reach him and he’s always really open and willing to help me back. He’s a very nice guy.
    “For me Lewis is a very special guy, someone I really looked at when I was a kid and in my eyes is probably the best driver we ever had in F1.
    “So when I heard the words he said it’s obviously very touching and unbelievable, because for me it feels strange because these guys I looked at since I’m 10 years old and was always a great example to follow and now I’m racing with him and he’s talking this way about me.

    “When you get such strong words from a six-time world champion, who will become a seven-time world champion in a couple of months, it’s pretty special.”
    Meanwhile, Williams F1 team have confirmed that Simon Roberts will take the role of acting Team Principal after the Williams family stepped down from their roles.
    Roberts joined the team earlier this year as managing director and will now be in charge for the Tuscan GP this weekend in Mugello.

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    F1 chief Ross Brawn ready to introduce new REVERSE grid races to stop Lewis Hamilton’s dominance

    FORMULA ONE chief Ross Brawn has opened the door to full reverse grid races after Sunday’s Italian Grand Prix epic.
    Pierre Gasly took a shock maiden GP victory at Monza after a red-flag restart featuring an incredibly mixed-up grid.

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    Ross Brawn wants to see more of the mad action that unfolded in Italy on the weekendCredit: PA:Press Association

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    Lewis Hamilton bounced back from his stop-go nightmare to finish seventh at MonzaCredit: Getty Images – Getty
    With Valtteri Bottas falling back early on and Lewis Hamilton handed a stop-go penalty for entering the pit lane while closed, the championship-storming Mercedes were nowhere to be seen.
    Couple that with awful days for Red Bull and Ferrari, and fans were treated to a hugely unpredictable race.
    F1 managing director Brawn was left inspired by the spectacular affair to press harder for reverse grid qualifying, which would increase the chances of a repeat.
    Brawn wrote in his F1 column: “Monza was a candidate for a reverse-grid sprint race when we were considering testing the format this year.

    “Unfortunately, we could not move forward with it, but the concept is still something we and the FIA want to work through in the coming months and discuss with the teams for next year.
    “We believe that Sunday’s race showed the excitement a mixed-up pack can deliver and with next year’s cars remaining the same as this year our fans could be treated to the similar drama we saw this weekend at Monza.

    “Of course, with a reverse grid sprint race, teams will set their cars up differently.

    “Right now, Mercedes set their cars up to achieve the fastest lap and then to control the race from the front. If they know they have to overtake, they will have to change that approach.
    “We will continue to evaluate new formats with the aim of improving the show but always maintaining the DNA of Formula One.”
    McLaren’s Carlos Sainz and Lance Stroll of Racing Point completed Sunday’s podium, each finishing inside the top three for only the second time.
    Kevin Magnussen’s breakdown outside the pit entry saw the lane shut moments before Hamilton boxxed, leading to his penalty.
    The Brit was forced to serve his stop-go after Charles Leclerc’s crash drew a red flag, dropping him to the back of the pack.

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    And yet, earning the fastest lap en route to seventh-place, Hamilton stunningly maintained his large championship lead thanks to Max Verstappen’s DNF and Bottas’ fifth place.
    Hamilton was far from dissuaded by the result in Italy, taking time out to praise race winner Gasly.
    He said: “I think he’s done a fantastic job and deserves the success. Hopefully that creates an opportunity for him moving forwards.
    “And he also beat the team that demoted him, so it’s definitely got to hurt for them.”

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    Pierre Gasly wants return to Red Bull after demotion to Toro Rosso following dramatic Italian GP win

    PIERRE GASLY says he is ready for another crack at racing for Red Bull.
    The Frenchman was the shock-winner of the Italian GP last Sunday, marking an extraordinary turnaround in his F1 career.

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    Pierre Gasly wants a Red Bull return after winning the Italian GPCredit: Getty Images – Getty
    A year ago he was demoted from Red Bull to their B-team, Toro Rosso after a run of poor results, in place of Alex Albon.
    But a second-place in Brazil last November, plus his victory in Monza, have reignited his hopes of a return to the top team
    When quizzed if he would welcome a move back to the Milton Keynes-based team, he said: “I think I’m ready but it’s not up to me to make that call.
    “The only thing I’ve done since they moved me back to Toro Rosso has been just to focus on myself and just show what I can do.

    ‘When I get the right tools in my hand I’m really happy that the performance we’ve shown — and I’m not only talking about Brazil but I think generally, we’ve been pretty strong most of the time.
    “Obviously I guess the strong results should be rewarded with something but we will see what happens.”
    While Red Bull have made it clear they would keep their faith in Albon, Gasly says that he would not make the same mistake a second time if he was given the opportunity.
    In a recent interview with Crash.net, Gasly said: “There is unfinished business with them – I think we both know it.

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    Gasly was demoted to Toro Rosso a year agoCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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    “I am someone who is competitive and I want the fastest car possible in my hands.
    “Since I was in karting, I [have] always fought for championships and for victories and pole positions.
    “That’s what I want to do in Formula One as well. That’s my target but it’s not up to me to make the call for Red Bull, so we will see what happens.
    “I think now we are in a much better position because we know what didn’t work, so I don’t think we would make the same mistakes if we are to do it again.”
    Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko, however, says Gasly will have to remain put for the meantime.
    He said: “That is currently not a consideration. Gasly is one of our Red Bull drivers, he is currently with AlphaTauri and is doing a great job there. But we also need a team leader there.”
    Meanwhile, F1’s MD, Ross Brawn says the exciting Italian GP has reopened the possibility of a reserve grid race, forcing the big teams to fight through the field.
    He said: “Monza was a candidate for a reverse grid sprint race when we were considering testing the format this year.
    “Unfortunately, we could not move forward with it, but the concept is still something we and the FIA want to work through in the coming months and discuss with the teams for next year.
    “The Italian GP showed the excitement a mixed-up pack can deliver and our fans could be treated to the similar drama we saw at Monza.”

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    Gasly is ready to prove his worth to Red Bull after an emotional race at MonzaCredit: Getty – Pool

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    F1 Italian Grand Prix LIVE RESULTS: Gasly WINS, Hamilton seventh after time penalty, Leclerc big crash – latest updates

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    LAP 34/53n
    Future Ferrari driver Sainz snatches second from former Ferrari driver Raikkonen 👏👏👏#ItalianGP 🇮🇹 #F1 pic.twitter.com/JJhO2Y3qaqn
    — Formula 1 (@F1) September 6, 2020n
    n”,”raw”:”
    LAP 34
    Sainz and Raikkonen keep it clean as the McLaren man gets past the Finn and into second place. Great stuff from Sainz.
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    HAMILTON FIGHTINGnn
    He might be in 15th place but he has just set the fastest lap.nn
    Let’s see where he can finish.n”,”raw”:”
    HAMILTON FIGHTING

    He might be in 15th place but he has just set the fastest lap.

    Let’s see where he can finish.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1599402746,”date_formatted”:”6th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”15:32″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”333652″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12579418″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-333652″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    LAP 32nn
    After Hamilton and Giovinazzi’s stops we can now see the clear order at the front. It is Gasly, Raikkonen, Sainz, Stroll, Norris, Bottas, Ricciardo, Ocon, Kvyat and Perez.n”,”raw”:”
    LAP 32

    After Hamilton and Giovinazzi’s stops we can now see the clear order at the front. It is Gasly, Raikkonen, Sainz, Stroll, Norris, Bottas, Ricciardo, Ocon, Kvyat and Perez.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1599402669,”date_formatted”:”6th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”15:31″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”333649″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12579418″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-333649″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    VERSTAPPEN RETIRESnn
    The Dutchman is out of the car. A blow for Red Bull.nn
    Alex Albon currently in P14.n”,”raw”:”
    VERSTAPPEN RETIRES

    The Dutchman is out of the car. A blow for Red Bull.

    Alex Albon currently in P14.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1599402596,”date_formatted”:”6th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”15:29″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”333647″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12579418″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-333647″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    LAP 30nn
    Hamilton is running in last place as a result of his 10-second time penalty.n”,”raw”:”
    LAP 30

    Hamilton is running in last place as a result of his 10-second time penalty.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1599402460,”date_formatted”:”6th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”15:27″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”333643″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12579418″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-333643″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    LAP 29 HAMILTON PITS FOR PENALTYn
    He is into the pits and will stop for 10 seconds.n
    That puts Gasly into P1n
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    LAP 29 HAMILTON PITS FOR PENALTY
    He is into the pits and will stop for 10 seconds.
    That puts Gasly into P1
    https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/NINTCHDBPICT000606522363.jpg?strip=all&w=960″},”date”:{“timestamp”:1599402379,”date_formatted”:”6th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”15:26″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”333641″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12579418″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-333641″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    EXPLOSIVE RESTARTnn
    Hamilton leads while Stroll runs off track and rejoins back in the pack. It is Hamilton, Gasly, Raikkonen. n”,”raw”:”
    EXPLOSIVE RESTART

    Hamilton leads while Stroll runs off track and rejoins back in the pack. It is Hamilton, Gasly, Raikkonen. “},”date”:{“timestamp”:1599402333,”date_formatted”:”6th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”15:25″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”333637″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12579418″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-333637″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    HERE WE GOnn
    Who is going to win this?n”,”raw”:”
    HERE WE GO

    Who is going to win this?”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1599402253,”date_formatted”:”6th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”15:24″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”333630″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12579418″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-333630″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    RACE IS RESTARTINGn
    Standing start for the restart.n
    Hamilton will serve his time penalty, as will Giovinazzi.n
    That will leave Stroll in P1 followed by Gasly and then Raikkonen.n”,”raw”:”
    RACE IS RESTARTING
    Standing start for the restart.
    Hamilton will serve his time penalty, as will Giovinazzi.
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    MONZA TIME

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    6 Sep 2020, 16:33
    Updated: 6 Sep 2020, 16:33

    PIERRE GASLY has won the Italian Grand Prix to secure his first ever F1 triumph after a dramatic afternoon at Monza.
    1st Gasly 2nd Sainz 3rd Stroll 4th Norris
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