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Sprint events in doubt as F1 teams bicker over money

Formula 1's sprint events are in jeopardy of not happening this season according to McLaren boss Zak Brown who had denounced the "ridiculous" financial demands of several teams. F1 successfully trialed the Saturday sprint race concept last season at three venues, and the sport is expected to boost that number to six this year. Last season, teams were awarded a $450,000 allowance to take part in the three events, plus a $100,000 reserve to eventually cover any accident damage. This year, it is believed that teams have each been offered a $500,000 flat fee that covers the first five events and an extra $150,000 for every additional sprint race slotted into the 2022 schedule. But...
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