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F1 wants to ditch DRS

DRS could be ditched as part of the sweeping rule changes set to be brought to Formula 1 in 2021, it has been revealed. Although the overtaking-aid has greatly increased the numbers of on-track passes since its introduction in 2011, the artificial nature of manoeuvres has often been criticised. The sight of cars blasting past helpless rivals on straights thanks to the DRS device opening has become commonplace in recent years, although the latest aerodynamic rules in F1 have even made that difficult at times. With changes planned to boost natural overtaking set to be rolled out next year, the FIA hope that the on-track action will improve to the point that DRS can be abolished. "It is...
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