Brazil’s Bolsonaro says “99% chance” Rio will host Formula 1

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro says there is a “99% chance” Rio de Janeiro will host Formula One’s Brazilian Grand Prix starting in 2021 — the latest in a battle with Sao Paulo, the current host city.
Bolsonaro made the comment Monday at a news conference alongside F1 CEO Chase Carey. Bolsonaro said plans are “already very far along,” although Carey said they are negotiating.
The president added: “We will not lose Formula