Bahrain said today that authorities foiled possible attacks before the kingdom’s F1 race earlier this week, which was held under tight security amid a spike in anti-government unrest.

Authorities in Bahrain opened an investigation today after the body of a man was found near the scene of clashes between protesters and the security forces.

Tens of thousands of anti-government protesters have flooded a major highway in Bahrain, demanding a halt to this weekend’s Formula One race.

United States Grand Prix boss Tony George believes Americans will be united in a show of defiance to the terrorists at Indianapolis this weekend.