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F1 warned over treading 'risky very thin line' with sprint races

New Red Bull driver Sergio Perez believes Formula 1 will be walking "a very thin line" by introducing sprint races that could prove harmful to the DNA of the sport. F1 is currently looking into the prospect of sprint races to spice up the show by holding qualifying on a Friday that would form the grid for a one-third distance race on Saturday, the result of which would then determine the grid for Sunday's main grand prix. Article continues under video At present, the races this season in Canada, Italy and Brazil would trial a sprint race, and if deemed a success it is likely they would be introduced across all events next season. McLaren's Daniel Ricciardo has already made clear...
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