Bernie Ecclestone says the deal for British grand prix must be done in next 48 hours
Bernie Ecclestone has suggested that the deal to return the British grand prix to Silverstone needs to be finalised in the next 48 hours.
It is being reported that Formula One's commercial rights holder has warned that he has completed his side of the negotiations with Silverstone and is waiting for the British Racing Drivers' Club, the body responsible for the Northamptonshire circuit, to make its reply to his offer and to say if it is willing to pay his price for the race.
"They say there is not much between us and them, so they should sign," said Ecclestone. "Maybe they have lost their pen but if they don't find it in the next day or two then that's it."
Ecclestone and Silverstone have been in negotiations since it was announced Donington Park would not be hosting the race in 2010.