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Hindsight win
Because it’s currently taking two to three weeks to receive AMCN in the post, I’ve been going through my stash of back-copies (so no complaints).
Michael Scott’s article in AMCN Vol 68 No 23 made for an interesting second read. In considering the environmental footprint of racing, Michael noted: “Only by stopping racing altogether could we make a real difference. Or by running it in televised privacy, because in reality it’s the crowds and their transport arrangements that make a bigger overall impact. That’s clearly not on.”
Some 12 months later, not only was it on, but it has proven to be a great success. Global greenhouse gases have fallen and 15 rounds of racing at just nine circuits (not counting Qatar) has produced a brilliant season of action and drama. Hopefully “televised privacy” is not a permanent arrangement; but it just goes to show, never say never.
Brian Breakey Perth, WA
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