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Renault boss slams “unacceptable” engine problems in double DNF

Renault team principal Cyril Abiteboul has vented his frustration over his squad’s double DNF in the Bahrain Grand Prix triggered by reoccurring engine problems. Both Nico Hulkenberg and Daniel Ricciardo looked set for points finishes at the Sakhir International Circuit but in a horrific minute for the French team both drivers suffered engine breakdowns at the same corner – both with three laps to go. While Renault suspects an MGU-K issue on Ricciardo’s side, investigations continue into the exact cause of both of the failures. Abiteboul has hinted at the reliability issue being similar to the ones which plagued its pre-season testing programme and continue to trouble his team....
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