Why Rwanda beat South Africa to F1’s African return
Rwanda has secured Africa's first grand prix since 1993 even though it has no circuit, unlike South Africa and Kyalami. The deal says a lot about what F1 wants from a host now
From the days when the track was lined with barrels and hay bales to the recent £28 million renovation of the pits and paddock complex, Silverstone has undergone its fair share of face lifts. The one constant is that it has remained one of the fastest and most challenging circuits on the calendar.
Stirling Moss, who ironically won two British Grands Prix at Aintree, was a huge fan of racing at Silverstone. In this video, Sir Stirling gives his impression of the changes made to the circuit, accompanied by some fantastic images from over the years. See if you can spot the imposter.
Courtesy of The Circuit, CNN World Sport
Rwanda has secured Africa's first grand prix since 1993 even though it has no circuit, unlike South Africa and Kyalami. The deal says a lot about what F1 wants from a host now
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