Bahrain F1 Grand Prix

[pompeyfaith]

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Does not look like it sky news has been saying likely outcome is to move it to another date

[Nibbler]

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I'll be disappointed in some ways, but in others I hope it does.

Roll on Melbourne.

[pompeyfaith]

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Roll on Melbourne.

Yup back to the old days when Melbourne was first on the FI calender

[Caspar]

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Dig out the alarm clock again then!

[pompeyfaith]

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Dig out the alarm clock again then!

Indeed and the bottles of bud lol

[Nibbler]

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Yup back to the old days when Melbourne was first on the FI calender

For some reason I find it satisfying to get up (or stay up) at 'silly o'clock' for the first race of the season? Or at least it adds to the drama?

Must be 'nuts' I suppose. :o

[pompeyfaith]

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Well if you are nuts then I am too because I watch them all live as I hate second hand news and yes it adds to the fun of it.

Pizzas in the oven on the ready with a few bottles and a couple of mates round makes for a great night.

[WendyB]

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LastI heard on Sky Sports News was that the decision is to be left with the King of Bahrain.

[pompeyfaith]

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LastI heard on Sky Sports News was that the decision is to be left with the King of Bahrain.

Indeed Wendy that's what I heard too, but it could still not go ahead if some teams pull out.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/moto...ne/9403068.stm

[Nibbler]

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All called off.

[pompeyfaith]

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Is it all or just the testing thus far on 3rd march ? I may be one step behind but that was the last I heard.

If it is all off I cant blame them as these issues in the middle east look like they going to be kicking off bigtime soon going by the latest in Libya

[Nibbler]

Re: Bahrain F1 Grand Prix

It's all off:

An official statement from the organisers reads as follows:

The Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) today announced that the Kingdom of Bahrain would withdraw from hosting this year’s F1 Grand Prix race so that the country can focus on its process of national dialogue.

Last Friday, Bahrain’s Crown Prince – HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al-Khalifa – initiated a new national dialogue involving all sections of Bahraini society in order to resolve the current political situation in the Kingdom. The Crown Prince informed Formula One’s Bernie Ecclestone of the BIC’s decision by telephone earlier today.

HRH Prince Salman said:

“At the present time the country’s entire attention is focused on building a new national dialogue for Bahrain.

“Although Bernie Ecclestone had graciously made clear that a decision on the race was entirely Bahrain’s to make and was not yet required, we felt it was important for the country to focus on immediate issues of national interest and leave the hosting of Bahrain’s Formula 1 race to a later date.

“I would like to extend my personal gratitude to Bernie Ecclestone for his support and understanding.

“After the events of the past week, our nation’s priority is on overcoming tragedy, healing divisions and rediscovering the fabric that draws this country together; reminding the world of the very best that Bahrain is capable of as a nation once again united.”

Chairman of the Bahrain International Circuit, Zayed R. Alzayani said:

“Bahrain’s Grand Prix is a time of celebration and hosting the race is a source of great pride for Bahrain and Bahrainis. It is a showcase to the world and we look forward to welcoming the teams and drivers and everyone involved in Formula One back to Bahrain in the very near future.

“I hope that F1 and our friends around the world will understand our decision at this difficult time.”

Following the Crown Prince’s decision, Bernie Ecclestone commented:

“It is sad that Bahrain has had to withdraw from the race, we wish the whole nation well as they begin to heal their country.

“The hospitality and warmth of the people of Bahrain is a hallmark of the race there, as anyone who has been at a Bahrain Grand Prix will testify. We look forward to being back in Bahrain soon.”

[pompeyfaith]

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Yup just caught up lol

http://www.skysports.com/story/0,195...770714,00.html

not surprised to be honest

A wee bit disappointed though as now have to wait until 26/27th March still safety has to come first.

[pompeyfaith]

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Looks like it is as I thought, is the logical solution.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/moto...ne/9412871.stm