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Narain Karthikeyan assured that the British Grand Prix will be held on Sunday as scheduled even as concerns grew following the terrorist attacks in central London today.
8216;8216;There is no worry about the GP. It will go on as per schedule,8217;8217; he told The Indian Express speaking from Silverstone. He said the venue 8212; the base of Team Jordan 8212; situated about 120 kms from London was not at all affected, though the turnout was low.
But the Becketts Complex bore a deserted look. 8216;8216;That8217;s because the transport system was thrown out of gear and even journalists called up to say that they cannot make it today,8217;8217; said Narain.
Since the blasts, everyone was subjected to strict security checking. 8216;8216;In fact, every one was being checked at several points, including Ferrari technical chief Ross Brawn. I8217;ve never seen so much security,8217;8217; said the Indian. The atmosphere, according to Narain, was dull. 8216;8216;Silverstone is a happening place. Racing is part of British culture and the build up to the race is something one must see to believe it.8217;8217;
Though well-established security measures were in place, Narain said the race was a sell-out and the organisers expected a full house.
