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Lack of money stopped F1 career says Bird
Former Mercedes test driver Sam Bird says only a lack of sponsorship prevented him from making his mark in Formula 1. Between 2010 and 2014, the now 29-year-old Briton worked for the German giant alongside Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg. He told Ole sports daily that his hero was Schumacher, 'He is the greatest I ever saw and I was lucky enough to work with him.' He was speaking in Buenos Aires, where he won the latest Formula E race — his third victory in the category. As for why his F1 dream didn't work out, Bird answered: 'Why? Very simple: I didn't have a cheque for 20 million euros. Instead, I am paid to be in Formula E.' Content on GrandPrix247.com by:...
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