F1 may drop Indian Grand Prix in 2014

According to Formula One Commercial Chief Bernie Ecclestone, there will be no Indian Grand Prix at Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida from next year’s Formula One calendar.

“Is India going to happen next year? Probably not,” Bernie Ecclestone said at the Hungarian Grand Prix. The reason he gave is “Very political.” Russia may take India’s place from 2014.

This year’s race which will be on October 27, will however, take place as usual.
Promoters of F1 sports in India, Jaypee Sports International strongly denied this speculation.

“Our agreement with Formula One Management is to hold F1 races at Buddh International Circuit (BIC) till 2015 and we are fully committed to do that,” said Askari Zaidi, spokesperson, Jaypee .

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