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Merc ‘strengthened rules of engagement'

Mercedes have declared that their drivers remain free to race for the World title but warned that further altercations could see team orders imposed as a 'last resort.' Last Sunday in Austria, Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg clashed on the final lap of the grand prix. Hamilton recovered from running wide to win the race while Rosberg could only manage fourth as he nursed a damaged W07 across the line. Mercedes threatened to implement team orders but after talking with the drivers on Thursday at Silverstone have decided against it. Instead, Hamilton and Rosberg are under strict instructions to adhere to the new Rules of Engagement with a warning that any incidents will result in punishment....
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