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Ecclestone: I charged them too much for what we provided

Now that he is no longer in the driving seat, is former Formula 1 big boss Bernie Ecclestone getting a dose of remorse and trying to set his conscience free? Visiting a grand prix for the first time since he was ousted by Chase Carey and the Liberty Media, the 86 year old has been surprising candid in impromptu interviews in the Bahrain paddock. Now it seems Ecclestone is lamenting the exorbitant fees he charged race promoters, 'When I convinced these people to build this place [Bahrain International Circuit] and all the other places, I feel a little bit responsible.' 'I charged them too much for what we provided so I feel a bit responsible. So when they ask me things I try and help them.'...
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