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Ecclestone attacks Manor over Australia no-show

Bernie Ecclestone says the Manor Marussia F1 Team will have to pay for its own freight to be shipped from Australia to Malaysia as punishment for failing to take part in the opening race of the season. The 84-year-old launched a scatching attack on the rescued team which, due to a software issue with its cars, failed to participate in any of three practice sessions, qualifying or the race. "We are trying very hard but it is a tough thing to do in the time available," explained Manor sporting director Graeme Lowdon. However he received no sympathy from Ecclestone who was clearly angered by their no-show which contributed to the smallest F1 grid since 1963. "We should have...
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