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I'm sure that won't happen — because I don't think the upgrades will ever happen. I do wonder whether Gillett assumed that, to some extent, he would be able to get through the ordinary planning process without complete scrutiny because of the perceived benefits of the project. Thankfully, it seems that proper procedures are being followed.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mark
Well, I kept my fingers crossed but up until now I see Donny's chance of delivering is getting thinner by the day so unless Bernie calls his bluff it was nice having the British GP while it lasted.
http://www.crash.net/Formula+One/New...rix_saved.htmlQuote:
The British Grand Prix looks likely to be saved with suggestions doing the rounds that Bernie Ecclestone has purchased the promoting rights off Simon Gillett's troubled Donington Ventures Leisure Ltd (DVLL) company – with help from the UK government.
Ah, I think Bernies play is becoming clearer here. He gives the Grand Prix to Donington, who then predictably fail to deliver, Bernie buys the company and thence has the rights to the British GP all to himself.
He then leases the rights back to Silverstone and effectively takes direct control himself. Sneaky.
Sneaky... or brilliant?
Haven't we been here before with Brands Hatch? Bernie sells them the rights for a tidy profit, Nicola Foulston can afford a new handbag or million, Octagon nearly bankrupt themselves failing to upgrade the circuit, Bernie buys the rights back at a knockdown price.
In both cases the big winner is one Bernard Charles Ecclestone.
To be honest I couldn't give a flying - so long as the British GP is safe. However I'll not crack open the bubbly until it's properly officially well and truly definately 100% actually factually totally (and I don't just mean a headline on Pisspot or Crash) confirmed. In writing. In blood. Hell, I'll wait until the five lights have gone out before I believe it!
Exactly.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dave Brockman
It is all seeming rather familiar. 5 years down the line we'll be having the British Grand Prix at Knockhill.
After that it'll be at the Manx TT course.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mark
Followed by Lydd, Wimbledon Banger Track and my local council estate.Quote:
Originally Posted by theugsquirrel
Well, well, well!!!
Not sure whether to feel sorry for Simon Gillet considering some of the hype built up. Donny desperately needed upgrading anyway :D Dorna will be chuffed.