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Third cars among reasons for delay in McLaren driver line-up

Sutton Images Enlarge Ron Dennis made no apology for the long wait to announce Jenson Button as a McLaren driver for 2015, arguing several factors - including the possibility of three-car teams - justified the protracted decision making process. Following weeks of speculation, the team confirmed on Thursday that Button would drive alongside Fernando Alonso next year. Button's F1 future had been in doubt as McLaren deliberated over which of its 2014 drivers should partner Alonso next year, with Kevin Magnussen now set to become a test and reserve driver next year. Dennis said he could have made a snap decision, but wanted consensus from everyone on the McLaren board. "This decision...
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