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FIA rules Ferrari halo-mounted mirrors as illegal

The FIA has lowered the boom on Ferrari's creative mounting of aerodynamic mirrors on the halo of the team's SF71-H.

Formula 1's governing body ruled the design as illegal, mainly focusing on the winglets integrated into the structure,  but has allowed the Scuderia to continue to use the assembly this weekend in Spain.

Protests from the Scuderia's rivals enticed FIA race director Charlie Whiting to have a closer look at Ferrari's concept, and draw his conclusions.

"I don't think you'll see them at another race, that's my understanding," said Red Bull boss Christian Horner when queried on the mirrors by Sky F1.

Earlier this year, the FIA initially stated that mirrors could be mounted on the halo, but within its defined guidelines and technical regulations, with Ferrari apparently taking too much freedom in its interpretation of the rules.

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Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.

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