Red Bull to unveil RB9 on February 3rd

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Red Bull Racing have confirmed they will launch their 2013 car, the RB9, on February 3rd in Milton Keynes.

The launch, which takes place on a Sunday, is a departure from their usual practice of launching at the first pre-season test.

Details are scarce, with the team tweeting: "The RB9 will be unveiled on Sunday 3rd February in Milton Keynes ahead of first test in Jerez. More details to follow..."

It's not clear if the launch will take place at the team's factory, or within the town itself.

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