The promoter of the Grand Prix of America has confirmed a new long-term deal is now in place to hold a round of the FIA Formula 1 World Championship. The agreement will see F1 go to New Jersey until at least 2029, starting from next year. The inaugural Grand Prix of America at Port Imperial was due to take place this season, but was postponed in October 2012 with the initial contract then cancelled by F1 boss, Bernie Ecclestone. Ecclestone, however, has continued to back the plan and according to some reports has even helped the organisers’ settle a number of debts. "The Grand Prix of America at Port Imperial has been a dream of many in the sport for over a decade," Hindery told...
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