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Logan Sargeant offered lifeline amid Williams pressure

Williams rookie Logan Sargeant has been granted special permission to race in Sunday's Japanese Grand Prix despite failing to set a time in the qualifying session.  Sargeant's unfortunate mishap occurred when he lost control of his Williams car at the final corner, resulting in an extensive crash that thwarted his qualifying attempt. The ‘107 per cent' rule in Formula 1 stipulates that drivers must set a qualifying time within 107 per cent of the quickest time recorded in Q1.  Falling short of this requirement, Sargeant faced the prospect of seeking permission from the race stewards to participate in the race.  Want to work in Formula 1? Browse the latest F1 job...
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