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The money involved is mind boggling, even by Formula One's heady standards.

Across the Middle East, Asia and Russia the race is on to join motor sport's most exclusive club: grand prix host.

Driven by F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone's desire to push into new markets -- primarily in Asia and the Middle East -- the sport is witnessing a boom in track construction and investment. Read full article »

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