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Why do F1 cars break down?
F1 cars are incredibly complex machines, pushed to their absolute limits, which makes mechanical issues common, even for top teams like Mercedes. Components are lightweight and highly stressed, leading to failures in engines, gearboxes, or hydraulic systems. Even minor faults can end a session, as seen with Antonelli and Sainz.
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