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Marko: Mercedes engine a masterpiece but bad for F1

Red Bull's Helmut Marko says Mercedes will continue to be the dominant force in F1 under the current regulations as its engine is a 'masterpiece', but believes a new concept will be launched for 2018. As Red Bull continues to negotiate a new deal for the 2016 season having originally attempted to replace its Renault power units with Mercedes, Ferrari or Honda options, it appears likely the four-time title winning team will run an unbranded version of what it currently has, albeit with its own developments. Though Marko refuses to comment further on this beyond the suggestion a decision will ultimately be made this weekend, it remains his view that F1 needs to consider a new engine concept...
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