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Suffering from a problem on the straight during his final attempt, the Ferrari driver could do no better than sixth in sprint qualifying for the Chinese Grand Prix.
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Ferrari made a surprise decision before the Chinese Grand Prix Sprint Qualifying. The Italian team has ultimately decided against using its famous revolutionary rear wing for the remainder of the weekend.