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F1 cockpit protection takes center stage in Russia

Frenchman Romain Grosjean fears the sensation of driving a Formula One car will be lost if Red Bull's proposed cockpit protection system becomes mandatory in the sport. The canopy, which is being considered as an alternative to the so-called halo concept, will be given its first public airing by Red Bull in opening practice for the Russian Grand Prix on Friday. With the FIA, Formula One's governing body, determined to introduced improved cockpit protection for next year, it appears likely that the halo, a concept first devised by Mercedes and trialled by Ferrari in pre-season testing, or Red Bull's canopy will be given the green light. 'To be fair I am not a fan of both solutions which...
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