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McLaren replace Alonso with Sainz

McLaren have confirmed the signing of Carlos Sainz Jr on a "multi-year" deal as they plot a course through a future without Fernando Alonso in the team. Sainz's switch was confirmed on Thursday, with speculation having pointed towards a likely deal for several months. The move not only fills a seat at McLaren but also effectively confirms Pierre Gasly's promotion from Toro Rosso to Red Bull, with team principal Christian Horner having said the pair were under consideration to replace Daniel Ricciardo. When Ricciardo signed for Renault, Sainz may have feared for his future in F1, but he will remain on the grid for a fifth year and possibly beyond. Reports had suggested ahead of the...
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