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Former McLaren team doctor Aki Hintsa passes away

Aki Hintsa, the former McLaren team doctor, who worked closely with Lewis Hamilton during his maiden championship campaign, has died, aged 58. Dr Hintsa, who had been battling cancer in recent months, joined McLaren in 1998 and became their chief medical officer during an 11-year spell with the British constructor. The Finn's time at McLaren coincided with Hamilton's arrival in 2007 and whom the British driver, who won his first Formula One title the following year, formed a close bond. 'It was with deep sorrow that we heard the news this morning that Dr Aki Hintsa had died,' said a statement from McLaren on Wednesday. 'Undoubtedly, Aki played a crucial role within Lewis' inner circle...
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