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Lack of straightline power hampering Rosberg

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – Despite a strong start to the weekend, Nico Rosberg is equipped with an older engine, which he believes will be detrimental on the straights of the Yas Marina circuit. Rosberg took the free practice two honours at the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend, but is equipped with a Mercedes powerplant that has completed more mileage than the one used by Lewis Hamilton. This difference has caused Rosberg to rethink his setup slightly, and is aiming to make gains in the corners owing to a 'small lack of power in the straights': 'It’s been a good start here in Abu Dhabi – but it will be a tough weekend for me as I have quite a high mileage engine in my car....
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