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Chilton 'steps aside' for Belgian GP

id="story_continues_1" itemprop="description"> Max Chilton has been replaced at Marussia by reserve driver Alexander Rossi for this weekend's Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps. The team cited unspecified 'contractual issues' for the decision. But the 23-year-old Briton's management said he had voluntarily stepped aside to allow the team to 'attract much-needed funds by selling his seat'. Chilton's statement said he would 'attend the race and be on hand to support the team in any way possible'. It added: 'Marussia are currently in talks with several new investors and it is expected the situation will be resolved before the next race in Monza.' Chilton has driven...
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