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F1 poised to hold post-season Abu Dhabi tyre test

Formula 1 chiefs look set to give a final green light to a post-season tyre test in Abu Dhabi in order to allow Pirelli a chance to evaluate more aggressive rubber. The Italian tyre company has been seeking more opportunities for out-of-event running, but this has so far met resistance from teams who have failed to agree on a plan that keeps everyone happy. But on the back of a fresh push for better co-operation after the Belgian GP blowouts, the F1 Commission is set to vote later this month on a plan to allow a post-season test in Abu Dhabi, a pre-season wet tyre test and other running throughout 2016. Pirelli motorsport director Paul Hembery said he was encouraged that F1's Strategy Group...
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