Bernie Ecclestone has confirmed that Barcelona and Valencia will alternate from 2013 onwards, as both cities look to cut their annual spend during these difficult times.
Ecclestone told Cadena Ser Radio, that: “Both Valencia and Barcelona have agreed that the best way is to alternate, and now we are trying to choose the dates.
“We wanted to see how we could help Valencia, and alternating with Barcelona is a good solution. Sharing the race will be a good idea, providing they are all fine with it.”
Whilst a deal hasn’t yet been finalised between the two local governments, both have openly admitted to preferring a race share deal, rather than loosing the event altogether.
Germa Gordo, a government official close to the Barcelona circuit, says the Valencian government is open to discussing the proposal.
“The new Valencian government is willing to evaluate a proposal,” he also told DPA.
“The situation of the economy is not the same now as it was a year ago. We have already said publicly that the policy for major events is being reviewed, and alternating would be a good proposal for Formula 1.”
The deal is a welcome one for fans, who often describe the races as lacklustre, as well as Ecclestone who needs to find an opening for the 2013 New Jersey GP.
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