F1 boss Ecclestone made 'corrupt bargain', court told

Motorsport boss Bernie Ecclestone made a "corrupt bargain" in a bid to stay in a position of influence in Formula 1 racing, a lawyer has told a British High Court judge today.

Mr Ecclestone entered into a "corrupt agreement" with a banker to facilitate the sale of the Formula 1 group to a buyer chosen by him, Mr Justice Newey heard.