McLaren dismiss chief designer who triggered spy saga

McLaren have finally dismissed chief designer Mike Coughlan, the man at the centre of the spy controversy that cost them $100 million and last year's F1 title. The team confirmed at the Australian Grand Prix yesterday that the Briton, who triggered the...

McLaren have finally dismissed chief designer Mike Coughlan, the man at the centre of the spy controversy that cost them $100 million and last year's F1 title.

The team confirmed at the Australian Grand Prix yesterday that the Briton, who triggered the scandal when a 780-page dossier of Ferrari technical information was found at his home, was no longer an employee.

The controversy broke last July, when Coughlan was suspended by McLaren. However he remained on the staff of the Mercedes-powered team due to legal reasons.

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