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Alonso Mercedes' back-up plan should Hamilton leave
Mercedes have reportedly put a 'Plan B' in place should contract negotiations with Lewis Hamilton fail to materialise for the 2016 season. The Briton is already contracted for next year alongside title rival Nico Rosberg, but should Hamilton fail to sign a contract extension for 2016 and beyond, then Fernando Alonso could likely take his seat. According to paddock sources, that might explain why Alonso and McLaren have yet to agree a deal as the Spaniard is looking for a single-season contract with options to continue if Hamilton remains with the Silver Arrows. McLaren however are looking to sign the Ferrari driver for at least two years, but know they can't offer performance guarantees and...
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