Bernie Ecclestone’s mother-in-law, who had been kidnapped in Brazil for a ransom of £28m, has been freed, according to police.

Bernie Ecclestone's mother-in-law has been kidnapped in Brazil for a ransom of £28m (€33m), according to reports.

Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone suffered a head injury when muggers attacked him and escaped with jewellery worth €237,000.