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Stoffel Vandoorne: McLaren retain Belgian driver for 2018

Stoffel Vandoorne will stay with McLaren for a second season in Formula 1 in 2018, the team have announced. The Belgian, 25, had a difficult start to his rookie campaign as team-mate to double world champion Fernando Alonso, but his form has improved. With Alonso's future uncertain, McLaren have ensured continuity with at least one of their drivers next season. "We've great confidence in Stoffel and he's getting better all the time," said racing director Eric Boullier. "His team-mate is a tough opponent - that's an understatement in fact, because he's arguably the best driver in the sport today. "But Stoffel's robust talent and fierce ambition make us sure that he'll...
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