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F1 doesn't need sprint qualifying, says Todt

Admitting that he is not a fan of the concept, FIA president, Jean Todt says F1 doesn't need sprint qualifying. Despite the best efforts of the likes of Ross Brawn, not everyone is convinced that sprint qualifying - due to make its debut at Silverstone next month - will add to the 'F1 show'. In a clear case of wanting their cake and eating it, earlier this weekend, Brawn admitted that whilst the sport's owners are keen to see the sport warm to sprint qualifying, they are fearful of the result of the 'mini-me race' ultimately deciding the outcome of the championship - which surely begs the question, 'then why are you awarding points for it?'. Speaking at Paul Ricard, out-going FIA...
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