Antiques Roadshow fans hit out at BBC after Formula One race rains on their parade



By Philip Duncan

The Canadian Grand Prix may have been hailed as one of the best Formula One races in recent times, but that didn't stop more than 700 furious Antiques Roadshow fans complaining to the BBC after the hit-show was axed.

The programme, which has been running for 32 years, was due to follow the conclusion of the Montreal race.



Water race: The Canadian Grand Prix attracted more than eight million viewers

But the BBC risked the wrath of the Roadshow faithful, by sticking with the rain-affected grand prix after it was delayed for more than two hours.



Over eight million people tuned in to see Jenson Button sensationally snatch victory from world champion Sebastian Vettel on the final lap.



No-show: The cult TV programme, hosted by Fiona Bruce, was axed by the BBC

But one BBC viewer said: 'I'm disgusted family shows should be treated with such disregard.

'Instead of Roadshow we were left staring at pundits standing in the rain for hours on end.'

