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Ocon looks to Verstappen ahead of F1 debut
Esteban Ocon admits he will be using Max Verstappen as a reference point ahead of his much anticipated Formula 1 debut at the Belgian Grand Prix for Manor Racing. The Mercedes junior development driver and Renault reserve driver will step into a full-time race seat for the remainder of the 2016 season after being called up to replace Rio Haryanto at Manor Racing. EXCLUSIVE: Jenson Button - Why my F1 future is in my hands… Considered one of F1's brightest prospects, Ocon's promotion is seen as a trial for both Mercedes and Renault ahead of a potential race deal in 2017, with many drawing comparisons with Max Verstappen, whom he beat to the European F3 title in 2014. With this in mind,...
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