Sorrell predicts 'very tough' 2009

WPP supremo Sir Martin Sorrell has warned that he and his company does not expect an economic recovery until 2010 – despite posting robust figures

 for Q3 of this year. Why 2010? Both the World Cup and Winter Olympics will be held that year, immensely boosting advertising and marketing revenues.

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By Jamie McLaughlin