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Force India hands FP1 debut to GP3 champion Russell

Newly-crowned GP3 champion George Russell will make his Formula 1 grand prix weekend debut in Friday's opening practice session for the Brazilian Grand Prix. Russell, a Mercedes F1 protege, will drive the Force India VJM10 of team regular Sergio Perez in FP1 at Interlagos. He will then get a second FP1 run-out in the F1 season finale at Abu Dhabi, taking over for fellow Mercedes protege and Force India race driver Esteban Ocon. “I’m extremely excited to be driving in free practice for Sahara Force India in Brazil and Abu Dhabi,” said Russell. “2017 has already been a year full of great opportunities and to top off the season with these two outings feels fantastic. “I’ve never...
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