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Rosberg tops FP1 as dramatic Renault fire disrupts session

CLICK HERE for the full Malasyian Grand Prix FP1 Results Form man Nico Rosberg has opened up top in first free practice for the Malaysian Grand Prix following a protracted red flag period necessitated to douse the fiery Renault of Kevin Magnussen in the pit lane. The Dane was returning to the garage following an installation lap when the Renault appeared to 'puff' smoke coming into the pit lane. Worse was to follow though when the Renault began spewing fluid just behind the airbox and caught alight. Forcing Magnussen to eject from the car quickly, Renault mechanics quickly extinguished the flames but with the fluid still pouring from the top of the engine running down the side-pods for the...
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