F1 is coming to India, if you believe what Suresh Kalmadi is saying. (He can easily go back on his words, but if BBC is quoting something, then it should be authentic.)
The Indian Olympic Association says it has reached an agreement with Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone to stage a Grand Prix in New Delhi from 2009.
IOA president Suresh Kalmadi said the agreement was preliminary and conditional on having a venue approved.
The city does not currently have a racing track.
“We have received a letter in this regard from Bernie Ecclestone,” said Kalmadi. “The IOA will be the promoter, the first event will be held in 2009.”[Link]
I am off to New Delhi in 2009. Watching a street race would surely be a lot of fun. Imagine a McLaren and Ferrari driving past the India Gate or the Raisina Hill areas. It will be quite awesome.
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