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Stewart backs F1's move to Middle East

Sir Jackie Stewart at Jaguar

Sir Jackie Stewart has backed Formula One's move to the Middle East. The triple-world champion Scot walked into the Bahrain International Airport's VIP-lounge on Wednesday afternoon on the arm of his wife of 42-years, Helen. 'She travels with me everywhere,' a smiling Stewart told Gulf Daily News.

Stewart was on the Gulf Island two-weeks ago for the circuit's inauguration. 'I am very impressed with Bahrain, always have been,' he said. 'I believe F1 will emphasise Bahrain more to the eyes of the world.'

The former driver and grand prix team owner, still a board-member of the Jaguar Racing Formula One squad, said it 'makes sense' to have a race in the region. 'We all know what these cars use in the engine,' he said, referring to petrol. 'Well, it comes from this part of the world, doesn't it? This is an exciting time and I'm happy to be here to witness it.'

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