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Antonelli could replace Sargeant within 2024 season

Jun.17 Former F1 team boss Gunther Steiner thinks it's possible Logan Sargeant could be ousted even before the 2024 season is complete. The FIA has shown a green-light to teenagers like Kimi Antonelli to make their F1 debuts, nixing a rule that required drivers to be at least 18. Now, 17-year-olds who have 'consistently demonstrated outstanding ability and maturity in single-seater formula car competition' can obtain a super license. Decisions will be made 'at the sole discretion of the FIA,' the FIA added. The move follows earlier reports that Mercedes-powered Williams had applied to the governing body for special dispensation to allow Antonelli to take part in official F1 track sessions...
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