Trouble for Belgian GP
Promoter refuses to pay taxes

(GMM) All is not well, again, in the world of Spa-Francorchamps' Belgian grand prix.

An argument about money, according to a whisper, threatens to disrupt running of September's race in the green Ardennes.

In 2003, Spa lost its spot on the F1 calendar following a dispute about local anti-tobacco advertising. This time, though, it's reportedly the circuit promoter and the surrounding regions at loggerheads.

The F1 track winds through the towns of Malmedy and Stavelot -- and, according to an unofficial report, the respective mayors are arguing about their share of the race's ticket admission sales.

The parties will meet on 23 February.


Written: Fri, 11 Feb 2005 08:37:08

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