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What is a sprint race?
Formula 1 sometimes uses a 'sprint format' at certain Grand Prix weekends, like the Dutch GP mentioned. Instead of the usual three practice sessions, there's just one, followed by a shorter 'sprint qualifying' session. This sets the grid for a sprint race on Saturday, which is a shorter race offering fewer points than the main Grand Prix.
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