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Mercedes to phase out Esteban Ocon through rest of 2019

Mercedes will gradually phase out Esteban Ocon through the remainder of 2019, now that the youngster has secured a return to the Formula 1 grid with Renault. Ocon, following spells at Manor and Force India, took up a reserve role with Mercedes – which has backed his career since 2015 – this season. Ocon has undertaken extensive running in the team’s simulator, particularly on Friday nights at grands prix weekends, and has attended high-level debriefs and meetings. It was confirmed prior to the Belgian Grand Prix that Ocon will return to the Formula 1 grid for 2020 and 2021 after signing a deal with Renault.  Mercedes and Ocon have already outlined a plan that will...
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