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Dubai set to host two pre-season tests

Dubai looks set to host two pre-season tests next year as the teams seek warmer climates to maximise their running ahead of the vast regulation changes. Whilst Bahrain, Abu Dhabi and Qatar had been put forward as potential candidates, the former two were ruled out because of their status as grand prix circuits. Dubai, which has an FIA Grade 1 certified circuit just a few miles outside of the city, is believed to be the favoured location, not only amongst the teams, but with Bernie Ecclestone too, because of its ties to Formula 1 sponsor Emirates. Circuit manager Richard Birch says he would be happy to see F1 testing at the Dubai Autodrome, but as of yet, nothing is confirmed. "Of...
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