Formula 1 race director
Charlie Whiting visited and inspected on July 15 the Korea International Circuit, the road circuit that should stage the maiden
Grand Prix of South Korea in just three months, on October 22-24, 2010.
The organisers of the race, Korea Auto Valley Operation (KAVO) published on Thursday a press release about Whiting’s inspection and reassuring that the event will be held as scheduled.
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“Korea Automobile Racing Association (KARA) Chairman, FIA Formula One Commission member and KAVO Chairman, Yung Cho Chung hosted Whiting for the scheduled visit during which he examined the facilities and the track, including the completed race control tower, the main grand stand, the pit garages, and the 5.615km track,” the press releases states.
“Whiting made a detailed inspection of the facility and was briefed on the construction schedule, after which he expressed his satisfaction with the progress. The next inspection is scheduled for the end of August.”
Said Mr. Chung: “Last week KARA and KAVO welcomed Charlie Whiting for a site inspection of the Korea International Circuit, as well as for meetings relating to our preparations for the FORMULA 1 KOREAN GRAND PRIX. As anticipated, we had a successful visit and we are confident the drivers, teams and Formula 1 fans will enjoy the Korea International Circuit.”
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