Mallya sad over breakaway series

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Force India chairman Vijay Mallya was saddened by the announcement of a breakaway series by the dissident Formula One teams.

However, he reiterated his team's commitment to the official FIA Formula One World Championship next year.

"We were always hoping there would be compromise between FOTA (Formula One Teams Association) and the FIA but last night I was notified by FOTA about their decision, which already seems to be heading towards a breakaway championship or series," Mallya said.

"We find this to be very sad and disappointing, particularly since the FIA World Championship and the Formula One brand has been developed into an invaluable property over many decades," he said.

"As of now, Force India is a confirmed entrant to the FIA 2010 Formula One World Championship and we wait to see the developments over the weekend. Until a clear direction has been identified, we do not wish to make any further comments," said Mallya, also the team principal.

Force India broke ranks and submitted an unconditional entry citing legal obligations and Mallya said he was disappointed after FOTA suspended the outfit despite being in the know of things.