Feb.21 (GMM) Japanese grand prix officials intend to better organise the Fuji race for 2008 by reducing the number of spectators allowed at the circuit, it has emerged.
Organisers of the inaugural 2007 event issued a statement to the international press late on Wednesday promising a smoother running of the grand prix this October.
Visitors to the Toyota-owned Fuji Speedway last year complained about traffic problems and poor facilities.
But among the proposed remedies outlined in the statement, the Japanese newspaper Daily Yomiuri reveals that organisers will also restrict attendance for the 2008 race.
140,000 Sunday spectators congregated for the rain-affected race last September, but attendance for 2008 will be limited to around 110,000, it is revealed.
The newspaper said spectators' experience last year was marred by a "transportation nightmare", while organisers had to refund seats that were obstructed.
Written: Thu, 21 Feb 2008 12:40:36
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