The Japanese Grand Prix will continue to host Formula 1 races at the Suzuka track until at least 2018 after signing a new deal. Hiroshi Soda, the president of the Mobilityland Corporation that runs the circuit, reached an agreement with F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone on a new contract from 2014-18. 'It is with great pleasure we have signed a formal contract after having had negotiations since we reached a basic agreement in March,' Soda said Friday in a statement. 'I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Bernie Ecclestone for showing us a great deal of understanding in the process. We will continue to work hard to ensure Suzuka remains a venue loved by fans world over.' Interest in...
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