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New-spec MGU-K for all Renault drivers

In the final stages of the Bahrain Grand Prix, both Renaults pulled off-track within moments of one another, necessitating the deployment of the safety car. It was subsequently discovered that both retirements were related to the MGU-K, and followed a similar issue that caused Carlos Sainz to retire in Melbourne, the Spaniard becoming the first retirement of the season. As a result, Renault has introduced a new-spec MGU-K, which was actually available in time for Bahrain, but the team opted not to use it. 'The retirements were completely related to the MGU-K problem,' admits team boss Cyril Abiteboul, according to Motorsport.com. 'It was extremely clear for Daniel, but it was also related...
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