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Gastaldi: Classic tracks like Spa the "lifeblood of F1"

Lotus deputy team principal Federico Gastaldi says classic tracks like Spa-Francorchamps are the “lifeblood of F1” and that it is “vital” they remain on the schedule. His comments come ahead of next weekend's Belgian Grand Prix, with Gastaldi adding that the sport needs to strike a balance in terms of incorporating both historic races and those in new markets. “In my opinion it is vital,” Gastaldi replied, when asked how important it is to still go to circuits like Spa. “These tracks are the lifeblood of F1. “There wouldn't be a tennis season without Wimbledon or a golf season without the Masters at Augusta. These circuits need to be maintained in F1 because the fans...
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