Formula 1 Grand Prix goes ahead despite anger on Bahrain streets

April 22, 2012 in Sport by Alan Bush

The Formula 1 Grand Prix has gone ahead despite angry protests on the streets by demonstrators.

Rosberg heads the pack during civil unrest in Bahrain

April 21, 2012 in Sport by Tony Peters

Nico Rosberg set the pace at the Bahrain International Circuit on Friday with Lewis Hamilton back in fourth place. But the Bahrain F1 race is now not about winners and losers but all about politics, civil unrest and money. And it will probably be remembered that way with those who stand on the podium at the end of the two hour race fading in importance.