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Formula 1 racer-turned-pundit Karun Chandhok will join the podcast team and Mark Hughes to decide who should be on the Hall of Fame 2017 shortlist from the world of F1.
They’ll whittle down the list, and explain the rules of selection for this second year of public vote, but Chandhok will also be answering your questions. Having competed in F1 with Hispania and Team Lotus, raced in Formula E and at Le Mans, as well as being a regular in the F1 paddock, he’s well placed to discuss all things motor racing. And his historical knowledge is among the best of them.
To submit your questions to Karun simply comment below, Tweet us or post it on the Motor Sport Facebook page.
For a reminder of who’s already in the Hall of Fame visit motorsportmagazine.com/hall-of-fame
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