[Dutton]

If that deal comes to fruition, then it will be another great deal.

I think what Montreal has in its favour, in terms of battling with Bernie, is that it always has a fantastic attendance, is in North America, and usually produces a good product (i.e. a good race which makes for good tv). It has been around a long time, with a proven record of support from the host nation (the populace and, crucially, all levels of government), but, significantly, will not be willing to pay the extortionate rates he can get out of some other places.

The governments may all want the event, but it is all within reason. There are elections to win, and all that.

In short, I think Montreal is one of the rare venues on the calendar that actually has some leverage with Bernie.