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Ocon 'gave up sleep' for F1 return

Sep.9 Esteban Ocon says he has worked hard to return to Formula 1 in 2020. The Frenchman was gutted to have lost his Force India seat at the end of 2018, but after spending this year as Mercedes' reserve driver he has secured his return to the grid with Renault. "Especially at the beginning of the year, I was afraid of being forgotten about," the 22-year-old told RMC Sport. In response to that fear, he said he has worked harder than ever on his return - even if it meant being visibly tired at many of the grands prix. "It's been like that all year," Ocon smiled. "Every time the car started, I was right there. I think that's what made the difference. "People...
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