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Russell: New F1 Virtual Race Control Room 'makes total sense'
George Russell has welcomed the FIA's changes to F1's race control structure, including the addition of a new VAR-style 'Virtual Race Control Room' that will help the stewards' decision task. The FIA announced earlier this week a series of changes to F1's race control unit, with former race director Michael Masi leaving his role following the controversy that marred the sport's season finale in Abu Dhabi last December. Two new race directors, Eduardo Freitas and Niels Wittich, who both have extensive experience as FIA officials, will alternate this season at the helm of F1's new race control structure, while veteran F1 official Herbie Blash will be on hand to advise the pair. Although the...
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