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Bianchi crash could lead to Malaysia GP change

This year's Malaysian Formula One Grand Prix may start earlier as a safety precaution following Jules Bianchi's horrific crash in Japan last October, Sepang circuit boss Razlan Razali told Reuters on Wednesday. Razali, speaking after contract renewal talks in London with commercial supremo Bernie Ecclestone, said they discussed returning the race to a 1500 local time slot from 1600 last season. That would mean less likelihood of the tropical downpours that have affected some recent races, including the 2009 race that had to be cut short with half points awarded. French driver Bianchi suffered severe brain injuries at Suzuka when he skidded off track, in fading light and heavy rain, and...
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