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Russian Grand Prix secure with Putin's backing
Formula 1 chief Bernie Ecclestone says Russia will stay on the grand prix schedule so long as it has the backing of Vladimir Putin. The F1 supremo is an avowed admirer of the controversial Russian president, who Ecclestone said is likely to present the trophies on the podium on Sunday. 'We'll see, but we would be very happy if he did,' the 85-year-old Briton told Tass news agency at Sochi. 'I would be surprised if he didn't (come to the race).' Ecclestone is also quoted by Ria Novosti news agency: 'It's wonderful of him to find the time to come to the grand prix. 'It's difficult for him, he's under a lot of pressure as a very well-known politician, as people understand what he has done,...
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