Thursday, September 01, 2011

Turkish Grand Prix dropped from 2012 calendar

Turkish Grand Prix dropped from 2012 calendar

Sebastian Vettel

The Turkish Grand Prix has been dropped from next year's Formula 1 calendar which has been published by the sport's governing body, the FIA.

In July, F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone handed out a schedule that omitted Turkey and it has now been ratified.

The Istanbul track has hosted a race since 2005 and though it provided good races, attendances have been poor.
More:BBC Sport - Turkish Grand Prix dropped from 2012 calendar