As the protests in Bahrain continue to escalate, concerns for the opening of the Formula 1 season begin to become evident. BBC's Sarah Holt reports, Formula 1 racing is set to hold it's season opening race March 13 in Bahrain's Sakhir Track, which includes the final preseason testing from March 3-6. As we know Bahrain's Military has gotten more violent as of late, starting to use live ammunition and killing 6 protesters Thursday. However, the Crown Prince withdrew security forces allowing protesters to retake the capital city's, Manama, town center. The Crown Prince has been the Cheif member of Bahrain's Government working with opposition leaders to reform the government, he is also the founder of the formula 1 race in Bahrain. Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone has said that the decision will rest with the Crown Prince whether the Race will take place in Bahrain or not. Ecclestone and Formula 1 have already made arrangements with courses in Portugal and Spain if the decision is made to not have the race in Bahrain. Formula 1, has the right state of mind about the situation however, saying that Bahrain should be focused on the protests and violence in there country. Red Bull sponsored driver Mark Webber has said "It's probably not the best time to go there for a sporting event. They have bigger things, bigger priorities". That just shows that Formula 1 has the right frame of mind with the situation, but also shows just how far reaching the effects of these protests can be.
More information and images at http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/motorsport/formula_one/9403068.stm
Zach Howell
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