Fast and furious

PLANS to build a Formula One circuit at London’s Royal Docks are said to be at an advanced stage. If realised, the race would be in addition to the Silverstone Grand Prix, rather than instead of the 71-year-old race in Northamptonshire.

The proposed track, which will circle London City Airport and the Excel centre, is part-funded by US investment firm 777 Partners. In a boost to the area, the firm’s founder Josh Wander said that there would be ‘an electric atmosphere… an international fanbase and the world’s largest companies as sponsors.’ The plans have been met positively by Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff and Red Bull’s Christian Horner. London mayor Sadiq Khan is also believed to have offered his support.