Quote Originally Posted by Carl Bauer View Post
2012 Formula 1 calendar set for major overhaul

'...there was some concern in the United States about the possibility of hosting the new race in Austin in June – when very high temperatures could prove troublesome for drivers, teams and spectators.

Sources have revealed that Ecclestone has now finalised his major reorganisation of the calendar, which he has given to the teams for them to highlight any issues they have.

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As well as moving Bahrain to later on in the calendar, it is also understood that Austin will be moved to the end of the campaign – with it becoming the penultimate race of the season before Brazil. The two events will also form a back-to-back.'

http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/93442


Let's all hope that common sense prevails in this case!
This was discussed this AM during the broadcast of qualifying for the Hungaroring...