Britain's Sam Bird charges to Formula E victory in Malaysia

Will Nichols
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All electric racing series chief hails championship as sparking interest in low carbon motoring among younger generation

Britain's Sam Bird claimed victory in Saturday's Formula E race in Malaysia, marking a thrilling weekend for UK motorsport after Lewis Hamilton claimed the Formula 1 title. The Virgin Racing driver...

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