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'F1 not in Bahrain to get involved in politics'

World champion Sebastian Vettel and other drivers did not want to be drawn into politics at the Bahrain Grand Prix which takes place against the backdrop of ongoing anti-government protests. Vettel said on Thursday in the paddocks of the Sakhir race track that he is only concentrating on trying to repeat his victory from 12 months ago. "Every one who enters the paddocks in the morning, whether he drives or works there, is here for sport and not for getting involved in politcs," Vettel said. Vettel added it is no secret that the situation ahead of the race weekend - which starts with free practice Friday and culminates in Sunday's race - is tense. But he expressed confidence that...
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