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Leading drivers back 'halo' introduction
Leading Formula 1 drivers have backed the decision to introduce the controversial 'halo' head protection system next season. Four-time champion Sebastian Vettel said the sport would be "ignorant and stupid" not to use the device. Fernando Alonso said it would have helped in "many of the fatal accidents" in motor racing in the past 15 years. Governing body the FIA said the halo was the "best solution" to improve cockpit safety. The halo is designed to protect drivers' heads from impact with large flying objects - or with external bodies such as walls if the car is airborne. Is F1's new head-protection system an 'overreaction' or essential? Vettel added:...
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