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Formula 1 Qatar GP
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F1’s departees might be out of time – but not talent after Qatar GP

OPINION: With a wealth of rookies coming in to restock the Formula 1 grid in 2025, the outgoing contingent were at risk of being forgotten. But, since the main three departing drivers enjoyed a generally strong Qatar weekend, perhaps it's time to celebrate them...

As much as Formula 1 is a showcase of the world’s best drivers indulging in gladiatorial combat at 200mph, it occasionally has its days when its light shines on the lesser-heralded members in the 20-strong contingent of racers.

Qatar offered one of those days, in which three men preparing to walk out of F1’s exit doors had (largely) something tangible to show for their current career twilights. 

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