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21-race calendar gives F1 greater exposure - Andretti
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US racing legend Mario Andretti says F1’s record 21-race programme in 2016 will result in greater exposure for the sport, while also admitting that it can represent “a burden” for the teams. The upcoming campaign is set to be the longest season in F1 history, with opinions divided on the matter. FIA president Jean Todt has labelled the extended calendar “a privilege”, but Mercedes motorsport boss Toto Wolff has already warned that it will put a strain on his staff. While sympathetic to the latter’s concerns, Andretti thinks the benefits of having a 21-race year outweighs the inconveniences. “It does represent an extra burden for the teams, but they must...
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