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Formula 1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone is confident India will hold a successful maiden Grand Prix in 2011, claiming preparations are well on schedule. "I can't praise it enough," he added.
Full story: hindustantimes.com

Ecclestone has also given the new track in Korea his seal of approval. The Korea International Circuit was only granted a safety licence nine days ago, and cosmetic touches are still being applied ahead of Sunday's inaugural Korean Grand Prix. (Press Association)

Toro Rosso have decided not to run their F-duct at this weekend's Korean Grand Prix.
Full story: Autosport.com

Four-time F1 champion Alain Prost says that seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher lacked the humility to set reasonable targets for his F1 return with Mercedes.
(French newspaper L'Equipe)

Having sampled the Korean International Circuit in the simulator, McLaren's Lewis Hamilton says that the new Korean Grand Prix venue will suit the strengths of his team and will "reward commitment".
Full story: adamcooperblog

Vodafone has extended its title sponsorship of Hamilton's McLaren team through to the end of the 2013 season.
Full story: autosport.com

Former F1 champion Alan Jones is to serve on the stewards' panel at the Korean Grand Prix this weekend. (Press Association)

Renault's Robert Kubica believes the title fight is now between Mark Webber and Fernando Alonso, despite the fact that five drivers are still mathematically in contention to win it.
Full story: autosport.com

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