PATIENCE IS THE KEY TO SILVERSTONE

British Racing Drivers’ Club president Hill was part of a three-strong Silverstone delegation in Abu Dhabi over the weekend trying to conclude a deal with Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone.

However, although hopes were high after Donington Park’s bid fell by the wayside, no agreement was reached and negotiations remain ongoing.

“We’d very much like to get something sorted as soon as possible, but clearly Bernie is not in a hurry, he can wait,” said Hill.

“We can’t force him. We just have to be patient because there are some things beyond your control – and this is probably beyond our control.”