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What are F1 Sprint races?

Sprint weekends are a newer format in Formula 1, designed to add more competitive action. Instead of just one main race, they feature a shorter 'Sprint' race on Saturday, which sets the grid for the main Grand Prix on Sunday. The story mentions an increase to 10 Sprint weekends, showing their growing importance in the F1 calendar.

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