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Alonso: Cockpit protection a must for F1

As Red Bull debuted their aeroscreen at Sochi, Fernando Alonso says cockpit protection is the right path for F1 to take as the sport does 'not need heroes.' Red Bull's aeroscreen and Ferrari's halo have caused a divide amongst drivers and fans alike. While some believe it the correct route for F1, others feel that element of danger belongs in the sport. Alonso disagrees with the latter. 'I think it's a must for safety, we do not need heroes in this sport right now,' the McLaren driver told Motorsport.com. 'We saw many incidents and occasions in the last couple of years; probably all the deaths we had in F1 and other categories came from head injuries. 'We don't anyone getting hurt in the...
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