Why F1 could surprise in 2016
Don't fear another Mercedes walkover in F1 just yet, says IAN PARKES, because there are enough variables in the mix that could make things more lively than most are expecting
There is a glimmer of hope that maybe, just maybe, the Formula 1 season will offer more than Mercedes sailing off into the sunset with a further two world titles to its name.
Pre-season testing offered some very valuable insights but, as is always the case at this time of year, there were no absolute guarantees.
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