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“I am happy that we have somebody like Lewis [Hamilton]. I also couldn't be like Lewis. I don't like gold jewelry!”

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Bernie Ecclestone

Bernie Ecclestone is a British business magnate renowned for his pivotal role in the development of Formula One. He founded the Formula One Group in the 1970s and has been instrumental in the sport's commercial expansion. Born on October 28, 1930, Ecclestone has been deeply involved in Formula One for over five decades. more

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