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Miami GP saved after mayor vetos stumbling block

The upcoming Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix has a brighter outlook after the mayor of Miami-Dade County blocked a decision which would have not allowed the race to run on public roads. The proposed circuit is to be located around the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, and will primary use car parks and other land owned by the Miami Dolphins, although does incorporate a half-mile stretch of 199th Street. Mayor Carlos Gimenez, who has publicly supported the event, met with residents, stadium officials and F1 representatives last week. His decision means that stakeholders will have an opportunity to convince locals not to oppose the plans. 'I vetoed a resolution that would impact Formula 1...
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