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IndyCar driver criticises Formula 1 racers over safety ‘cop-out'

Former F1 and now IndyCar driver Alexander Rossi has called current Formula 1 drivers' excuse for not racing on ovals a 'cop-out', with the American highlighting that no cars 'split in half' during the Indy 500. Rossi drove for the now folded Manor-Marussia for five races in 2015, before leaving the team to venture back to the USA to join Andretti Autosport in IndyCar. The American has enjoyed great success in the series, having won eight races in the seven years he's been there. His biggest victory was his very first, where he claimed the 2016 Indianapolis 500, something which forms part of the triple-crown. READ: Alpine boss comments on risk of Fernando Alonso causing trouble at the team...
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