Organisers for the Bahrain Grand Prix have done the job the FIA World Motor Sport Council should have done and made a decisive move. Facing pressure from all angles the Bahrain International Circuit chairman Zayed Rashid Al Zayani has announced they have relinquished hopes of hosting a race in 2011.
In a statement posted to Facebook Zayed R Alzayani says, “Whilst Bahrain would have been delighted to see the Grand Prix progress on October 30th in-line with the World Motor Sport Council’s decision, it has been made clear that this fixture cannot progress and we fully respect that decision.”
Sanity prevails, at least for now. The FIA will need to sanction the alteration of the calendar again. Although it should only be a formality to move the Indian GP back to 30 October and reinstating the Brazlian GP on 27 November as the season finale.
[Pic: Ferrari]
Press statement in the regards of Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2011
In the light of ongoing difficulties relating to the rescheduling of the Bahrain Grand Prix, Bahrain International Circuit chairman Zayed R Alzayani, today made the following statement:
“Whilst Bahrain would have been delighted to see the Grand Prix progress on October 30th in-line with the World Motor Sport Council’s decision, it has been made clear that this fixture cannot progress and we fully respect that decision.
“Bahrain has always sought to play a positive role in the continued development of Formula One, from pioneering F1 racing in the Middle East, to helping other countries in facilitating their own races in new territories, as well as providing our own unique experience and universal welcome to Grand Prix supporters.
“Bahrain has absolutely no desire to see a race which would further extends the calendar season detract from the enjoyment of F1 for either drivers, teams or supporters. We want our role in Formula One to continue to be as positive and constructive as it has always been, therefore, in the best interest of the sport, we will not pursue the rescheduling of a race this season.
“We look forward to welcoming teams, their drivers and supporters back to Bahrain next year and would like to extend our deepest gratitude to our supporters, including staff, volunteers, sponsors, private businesses and the general public, for whom I know this year’s decision will be a disappointment. We would also especially like to thank the FIA, FOM, The Bahrain Motor Federation (BMF) and the teams for all support and understanding they have extended to us at this time.”
Zayed Rashid Al Zayani – Chairman
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