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Security issues tarnish Brazilian Grand Prix

The Formula 1 world departed Sao Paulo with bitter memories of a weekend of harrowing incidents which saw Mercedes team members robbed and Pirelli staff accosted by a criminal gang, which turned the Brazilian Grand Prix into an ordeal for many. A Formula 1 spokesperson placed responsibility with race promoter, 'We are extremely disappointed with the events of last week. In fact, disappointed is not even a strong enough word.' 'But is not our call, and it is not our responsibility. Security within the circuit is up to the promoter, and they have to liaise with the local authorities. We have our own security team that travels with us, and they were liaising with the local authorities. We are...
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