'2009 Malaysian GP to be run under lights'

Monday 24th March 2008

The 2009 Malaysian Grand Prix will be run under lights, according to F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone.

With Singapore hosting F1's first night race in September this year, Ecclestone is keen to see more non-European grands prix take place at night.

This would allow for greater television audience figures in Europe and, hopefully, will also add to the spectacle of the event.

As a result Ecclestone has announced that next year's Malaysian GP will most likely start at 7pm local time after agreeing a deal with the race's organisers.

"The organisers here in Malaysia know it is necessary, both to attract television audiences in Europe and the public here," the F1 supremo said.

"It will be very good for the people in Malaysia and anyone coming to visit the race as it will be very exciting."

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