Vettel hopeful about Nurburgring's F1 future
2011-07-21 23:00
OPTIMIST: Sebastian Vettel hopes that the Nurburgring retains it's place on the F1 calender.
Sebastian Vettel has admitted he hoped the Nurburgring secures its place on the F1 calendar.
The SPD/Green political coalition government in the local Rhineland-Palatinate state announced it will withdraw its financial backing for the event after the 2011 German grand prix.
Circuit operator Jorg Lindner said the Nurburgring's future beyond 2011 depends on a new contract with "economically and politically acceptable conditions".
"SHAME IF THE RACE IS LOST"
Reports quoted Vettel saying it would be a shame if they lost the race at the circuit.
"The track is great fun and it means a lot, especially with the history here which is unlike anywhere else in the world," he added, referring also to the fearsome Nordschleife (Northern Loop) that lies adjacent to the modern layout.
He also thinks F1 made financial sense for the region.
"I think it brings a lot of good, on the one hand for the people and on the other for the wallet," said Vettel.