Mosley brands Shanghai track '...best in world'.

FIA president, Max Mosley has given the organisers of the Chinese GP a boost in the count-down to their second ever grand prix next month, by revealing that in his view, the Shanghai International Circuit [SIC] is 'probably one of the best in the world'.

Speaking during an exclusive press conference held at Shanghai's Garden Hotel this week, Mosley looked back on the success of last year's inaugural Chinese GP with pride.

"The Shanghai International Circuit is probably the best in the world, it is very difficult to see how what took place last year could be improved," he confirmed.

"Everyone was overwhelmed by the facility and we are very much looking forward to this year's event.

"I'm very impressed with the increased amount of motorsport taking place in China too. Not just Formula One, China has a very successful Rally Championship. I think as a result of all this activity I think we will see a Chinese driver in the next five to ten years. I think China can look forward to a very successful future in motorsport."

During the press conference Mosley also spoke about the issue of a breakaway championship, noting that in his view he doesn't think it will happen.

"It would involve a huge financial input - I can't see where that would come from," he explained. "We have a significant number of teams already committed or on the verge of committing [to F1]. I think it's unlikely that there will be a sufficient number of competitors to make it work.

"When you look at an event like the Olympics for example, there are many athletic meetings around the world involving a similar kind of activity but there is only one true Olympic Games. The same applies for Formula One. So in a nutshell, I don't think it will happen.

"We are going through an interesting time in Formula One with many changes underway. Whilst there is a certain amount of dissent amongst some teams, change is essential, costs have reached a point where it - F1 - is no longer sustainable."