SILVERSTONE, England : British police said they have credible intelligence a group of protesters are planning to disrupt the Grand Prix at Silverstone this weekend and issued a pre-emptive warning on Friday by telling them not to put themselves or drivers at risk.
Two years ago police arrested four people after protestors displayed a banner for climate action group Extinction Rebellion during the British Grand Prix.That will not be the case on Sunday with 142,000 spectators and a global television audience providing a massive stage for protesters seeking a spotlight.
"First of all, I want to appeal directly to this group of people and strongly urge you to not put yourselves, the drivers, as well as the many marshals, volunteers and members of the public, at risk. Silverstone officials said they had been briefed on the threat and were prepared to take action if necessary.
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