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Ecclestone urges F1 to give elimination qualifying a chance

Bernie Ecclestone has come out in support of Formula 1's new elimination-style qualifying format, believing fans, teams and drivers should give it a chance before casting judgement. The new format was widely condemned from all corners as it caused confusion and resulted in very little running as it neared its conclusion, with pole position decided several minutes before the session ended. Agreement was sought to return to the old format and a vote will take place this week to that effect - though a compromise now looks more likely. Ecclestone doesn't believe ditching it after one race is the right decision, although he admits himself that he was confused. 'I was confused as it was...
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