Ecclestone seeking China extension

Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone is keen for Formula One to remain in China after the current deal for the race expires next year.

Sat, 18 Apr, 2009 - 13:34

Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone is keen for Formula One to remain in China after the current deal for the race expires next year.

The Chinese Grand Prix has been in Shanghai since 2004 but with local spectator and corporate interest in the sport dwindling, the future of the race has been in doubt.

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