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Briatore says Mercedes gap is still significant

Formula 1 veteran Flavio Briatore is not sure that Mercedes can be beaten even in 2016. The German outfit has been dominant throughout the two years of the ‘power unit' era so far, but Ferrari is confident it can mount a championship challenge next season. Former Renault chief Briatore, however, told Italian radio Rai: 'I think the gap Mercedes has is still significant. They are very much still the favourites. 'They also have (Lewis) Hamilton, who is now very strong, has become very reliable and does not miss anything. But we will have to wait until the first race,' the flamboyant Italian added. As for Ferrari's chances, Briatore said: 'I think they were the surprise of the season...
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