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Silverstone to consider rebel GP - HAVE YOUR SAY
British Racing Drivers' Club chairman Robert Brooks has confirmed Silverstone would consider hosting a grand prix for the proposed breakaway series.
Formula One was last night rocked to its foundations when the eight members of Formula One Teams' Association announced they are to split from the sport and set up a rival organisation.
Such a series would involve racing at circuits currently not used by F1, and that could include Silverstone as the venue stages the last British Grand Prix of its contract this weekend.
The Northamptonshire track would certainly come into consideration should the rival formula manage to get off the ground.
When asked about the prospects of such a race taking place at the circuit, which is owned by the BRDC, Brooks acknowledged it was viable.
Speaking prior to FOTA's announcement, Brooks said: "We're a business, and if there was another race we would have to consider it, but we are very much part of the (Formula One) family."
The FIA have reacted with "disappointment" to the news FOTA have confirmed they are to form a breakaway series - but admit it is not a surprise.
The shock announcement was delivered shortly last night following a meeting of the eight rebel teams - Ferrari, McLaren, Renault, BMW Sauber, Toyota, Brawn GP, Red Bull Racing and Toro Rosso.
In a strongly-worded statement which pointed accusing fingers at the FIA and F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone, the FOTA eight made it clear they will not sign up unconditionally for next season.
The sport's governing body today responded with a statement which read: "We are disappointed but not surprised by FOTA's inability to reach a compromise in the best interests of the sport.
"It is clear that elements within FOTA have sought this outcome throughout the prolonged period of negotiation and have not engaged in the discussions in good faith.
"The FIA cannot permit a financial arms race in the championship nor can the FIA allow FOTA to dictate the rules of Formula One."
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