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Manor confirms driver change, offers Haryanto reserve role

Manor has officially announced that Rio Haryanto is being replaced as a full-time driver for the team, adding that the Indonesian has been offered a reserve role. Haryanto has partnered Pascal Wehrlein in the 12 grands prix of the season so far, but, heading into the summer break, was reported to not have the funding together to complete the campaign. As such, Manor has now opted to sign a different driver - believed to be Esteban Ocon - to the line-up for the rest of the season. "Rio has been a much-valued member of our team since January, when we signed a contract with him for this season," said Manor Racing's Director Dave Ryan. "Some time ago, his management indicated...
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