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Sakhir (dpa) - The first race of a long season is imminent.

The excitement rises in the Formula 1 paddock at the Bahrain Grand Prix.

There is a lot to discuss besides the question of favorites Mercedes or Red Bull, the premiere of Mick Schumacher and the restart of Sebastian Vettel in his "Honey Ryder" - the nickname for his Aston Martin after a Bond girl.

WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP ON KNEES: Lewis Hamilton still wants to get on his knees shortly before the races, a symbolic gesture against racism and oppression.

It is really important that young children see what they are doing in their sport, said Hamilton.

“When they see us kneeling down, their parents or teachers will ask, 'Why are they doing this?

What are they kneeling down for? "The seven-time world champion, who also wants to shape Formula 1 politically with his commitment, added:" It's a fight that has not yet been won. "

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THE AGE: Fernando Alonso is now a little annoyed.

The Spaniard was already world champion in 2005 and 2006, a decade and a half ago.

After a two-year break, he is back in Formula 1 this year.

He will be 40 years old at the end of July.

“I know that the question of my age is asked again and again, but that surprises me,” he emphasized in the desert of Sakhir.

After all, he is not 20 years older than the one who dominates Formula 1.

What was meant was record champion Hamilton, who celebrated his 36th birthday at the beginning of January.

THE SIZE: Debutant Yuki Tsunoda measures 1.60 meters.

It took some renovation work on his Alpha Tauri.

The 20-year-old Japanese revealed details shortly before his premiere race in the AT02.

First you had to foam up the cockpit in order to raise the seating position.

"So that I have a clear view," said Tsunoda.

In addition, a special pedal housing had to be manufactured and installed.

SHORT RACES: It's a bit strange, but when the season starts with the first free practice this Friday, it is still not clear whether there will be anything new this year.

On three race weekends in 2021, a sprint race over 100 kilometers is to replace the qualification.

The Grand Prix weekends in Silverstone, Monza and Sao Paulo are up for discussion.

"There are a few details that need to be clarified," said Haas team boss Günther Steiner.

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SUSTAINABLE ENERGY: When Formula 1 stops in Bahrain again next year, all energy should come from sustainable sources.

This was announced by the premier motorsport class on their way to a greener racing series.

In 2030, Formula 1 wants to have reduced CO2 emissions to zero.

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