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India is set to join the Formula 1 calendar, according to the president of the Indian Olympic Association, who revealed that Bernie Ecclestone has reportedly confirmed a race will be held in 2009.
Announced at a news conference by IOA president Suresh Kalmadi, he claimed Ecclesone had signed a letter that confirmed India will be the latest nation, following Singapore and Abu Dhabi, to win a place on the F1 calendar.
"We have received a letter in this regard from Bernie," said Kalmadi.
"Once we move ahead and put all aspects in place, a regular contract would be signed."
India has been campaigning for a spot on the Formula One calendar for some years now, with Hyderabad first mooted some years ago. The new bid however will see the race be held on a newly build circuit in New Delhi.
"We are planning to hold the race around New Delhi and we are looking to identify suitable land for a track."
Source - SkySports