That should pave the way for the GP to return as early as next season, a boon for overpriced restaurants and hotels all over Montreal. Legault won’t be involved in the new race, says La Presse, we’re told it will likely be put on by a non-profit corporation run by the three levels of government, who will doubtless be kicking in the millions Ecclestone requires in order to bring his circuit to these shores.

Either way, it’s a rare ‘W’ for embattled Montreal Mayor Gérald Tremblay, who is embroiled in a knife fight of an election with rival Louise Harel”. Don’t like that all levels had to contribute tax dollars. (not enough details so won’t get into it)

“I am very happy, and fully satisfied, with this outcome. I have always been confident of being able to resolve the dispute.”….Normand walks away with a cool Ten million

I was looking forward to being at Nico Hulkenberg’s first F1 race (I’m sure he will be in F1 next year!) – sad i know lol, but it would have been quite fun. Second race isnt quite the same! Not that it makes me any less excited to be going!!

I’m going to the Australian race too (conveniently our backpacking route coincides with a couple of F1 races next year ) – got our tickets the other week – very very excited! Slightly disappointed that it may not be the season opener though!! Oooh I cant wait!! Four and a half months til I’m on that plane to Australia!! hehe it wont be long before I am counting it in sleeps also!!

Oh, and woo hoo that Montreal is looking like making a return. Has long been one of my favourite tracks, and I plan to go to the race in 2011.

We should definitely arrange a get together. For those that have been to Montreal during GP week, you know what’s its like. We can party it up big time!

As date gets closer, lets start talking about a meetup!

Vic