Top Gear Festival future decided ‘by next week’ amid doubt over contracts of Clarkson co-hosts

March 27, 2015 1:22

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The company behind the Top Gear Festival Sydney has said it will have a decision on the future of the event “no later than next week” after some fans took to social media demanding refunds following the sacking of host Jeremy Clarkson.

Whilst it has been marketed as the first time all three Top Gear hosts, Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond, would be at the money spinning event, news reports overnight have suggested May and Hammond are also ready to quit the show throwing their appearances in doubt.

Some sponsors have told Mumbrella they are in talks with organisers Brand Events Australia over the implications of not having all three hosts there. Mumbrella understands that an announcement could be made as soon as this afternoon.

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Nic Christensen

Nic Christensen worked for Mumbrella from 2013 to 2016, in roles including deputy editor and media & technology editor. He is former media writer for The Australian and has also worked as a reporter for The Daily Telegraph and senior producer for Radio 2GB.

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Rosemary Withers 28 Mar 15

I would prefer all three commentators be there as well. I brought the tickets as a surprise for my husband. It wont be the same with out Clarkson he was the draw card for me.

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