The status regarding Silverstone's position as the host of the British Grand Prix beyond 2019 is rapidly becoming Formula 1's version of Brexit, with protracted talks apparently yielding little in the way of progress. F1's director of motorsports Ross Brawn has admitted that he's becoming frustrated by the inability of Liberty Media and the British Racing Drivers' Club to reach an agreement that will safeguard the event on the calendar. Silverstone activated a break clause in their contract in 2017 to terminate the agreement after this year's race, due to the escalating costs involved in hosting the Grand Prix. Despite initial hopes that a new deal could be swiftly agreed, negotiations are...
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