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Hakkinen defends F1 tyre 'show business'
May 25th, 2013 Two former champions have hit back at claims the tyre situation in 2013 is ruining Formula One. Mika Hakkinen said he does not agree with those who think Pirelli's heavily degrading tyres should be drastically amended. "I am of the opinion that motor racing is show business," the 1998 and 1999 World Champion told Finnish broadcaster MTV3 in Monaco. Hakkinen said the plethora of "overtaking and pitstops" is interesting for the fans, and so it's up to F1's engineers and drivers to "develop a car and driving style" that looks after the tyres. He said the main reason for the controversy is some teams who are struggling with the situation...
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