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London F1 Grand Prix could happen as soon as 2017

Formula 1 chief Bernie Ecclestone has revealed that a Grand Prix in London could be held as early as next year. Plans have been in the pipeline for a street race to rival Monaco for several years but the proposals have faced a number of obstacles. Early ideas for a track have involved sections going past Hyde Park and Buckingham Palace. Before a race can be added to the F1 calendar, however, government has to pass legislation enabling councils to close certain roads for a high-speed race. But Ecclestone, 85, insists that a London circuit could be in place by 2017. Asked when it could come into place, Ecclestone replied: 'Next year if it's possible. There is a small technical issue, who is...
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