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Ecclestone: I would be surprised we lose Silverstone

Former Formula 1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone believes Silverstone will stay on the Formula One calendar even if, as expected, the circuit's owners activate a break clause in their contract this week. The 86-year-old did the original deal with the British Racing Drivers' Club (BRDC) that runs until 2026 and includes a break clause from 2019 that has to be exercised two years in advance. 'I would be surprised if eventually we lose Silverstone,' he told Reuters at the Austrian Grand Prix. 'It's a good event. And it probably falls into line much more with the way Liberty want to see Formula One go, in that direction.' An announcement by the BRDC is expected on Tuesday or Wednesday, ahead of the...
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