Bernie Ecclestone has been a part of the Formula One landscape for almost 60 years. After stints as a driver (two failed attempts to qualify in 1958), manager and team owner, the Suffolk, England, native finally found his calling controlling the commercial rights of the world's most glamorous motorsport.
His reign has seen the sport grow from a mainly European affair to a truly worldwide spectacle. Largely a story of success, it hasn't been without controversy.
Often, stemming from what comes out of Ecclestone's mouth.
Seven years ago today, February 2, he came out with a beauty. Read on for that and four more of Bernie's best, worst or most revealing quotes.
from Bleacher Report http://ift.tt/1ysQaW8
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