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Formula 1: British Grand Prix under threat over money

The British Grand Prix is under threat this year because of a financial stand-off between Formula 1 and Silverstone. F1 believes Silverstone is making unreasonable demands to host races on consecutive weekends on 19 and 26 July. High-level sources say Silverstone initially asked for £15m to host the races - the same amount it pays as its race fee, which F1 is waiving. F1 has offered to pay enough money to ensure Silverstone is not out of pocket. A Silverstone bonanza and desert double - how F1 wants to put the show back on the road Aguero stars in Virtual F1, but Poulter's motors steal the show Insiders say the sport has offered to cover all costs the track will incur for hosting the...
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