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Renault retired Nico Hulkenberg to avoid Abu Dhabi setback

Renault says it retired Nico Hulkenberg from the Brazilian Grand Prix as a precaution, in order to avoid a setback at next weekend’s Abu Dhabi finale. Renault endured a low-key showing at the penultimate round of the season at Interlagos, with neither Hulkenberg – who crashed in practice – nor Carlos Sainz Jr. making Q3. The pair battled on the opening lap and while Hulkenberg prevailed he was not on course for points when high engine temperatures sparked concern on the Renault pit wall. “We struggled in qualifying and were unable to gain positions after the start,” said Renault boss Cyril Abiteboul. “Neither car was able to harness our race pace which,...
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