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BBC slams on brakes after Lewis Hamilton F1 gaffe

Lewis Hamilton drives during qualifying for German F1 Grand Prix
Lewis Hamilton drives during qualifying for the German F1 Grand Prix: BBC slip-up. Photograph: Wolfgang Rattay/Reuters

The BBC has apologised to Formula One fans after it revealed the result of the F1 qualifier in Germany – before it had broadcast the highlights, reports the Sun. Sports fans watching BBC1's Wimbledon's coverage – spoiler alert! – were told Lewis Hamilton had grabbed pole position, prompting 700 viewers to complain. The following day, F1 types got their revenge by revealing Andy Murray had won Wimbledon before the final had even taken place.

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