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Energy boss leading Marussia rescue

The main investor behind the revival of the Manor Marussia team is Stephen Fitzpatrick, boss of energy firm Ovo. Fitzpatrick, 37, has rescued the team that went into administration in October and missed the final three races of last season. He secured the deal with his personal finance. It is separate from Ovo, where he is founder and chief executive. Manor Marussia are battling to be ready for the season-opening Australian Grand Prix on 15 March. The former boss of Sainsbury's supermarkets, Justin King, will also be involved in the running of the team but is not an investor. Manor Marussia have named Englishman Will Stevens as one of their drivers and are expected to announce a second in...
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