With the field covered by less than a second in practice for the Brazilian Grand Prix it’s going to be harder than ever to predict the result of this race. But that won’t stop us trying! Name who you think will be on pole position, and who will be the top three in the race, … Continue reading Who’s going to win the Brazilian GP? Make your podium and pole predictions
Month: October 2009 articles archive
Robert Kubica’s F1 career in video
Posted onF1 Fanatic guest writer Journeyer looks at Robert Kubica’s F1 career so far as the Polish driver prepares to switch teams for 2010. Robert Kubica is about to enter a new chapter in his career as he moves to Renault next season. Kubica is touted as one of F1’s rising stars, and with good reason. … Continue reading Robert Kubica’s F1 career in video
Massa back-tracks after claiming Alonso knew about Singapore conspiracy
Posted onFelipe Massa is trying to downplay comments made to Brazilian media about what role Fernando Alonso might have had in the Singapore Grand Prix scandal last year. Massa originally told the press he suspected Alonso knew of the plan for Nelson Piquet Jnr to crash in the early stages of the Grand Prix, helping Alonso … Continue reading Massa back-tracks after claiming Alonso knew about Singapore conspiracy
Abu Dhabi F1 track – first video lap
Posted onA lap of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix track, which will host the final race of the F1 season this year, is shown for the first time in this on-board video.
F1 links: Donington claims it has funding
Posted onDonington Park unveils last-ditch plan to stage British Grand Prix (The Times) "Donington has launched a last-ditch attempt to hang onto the British Grand Prix with an ambitious bond issue to raise £135million. But the scale of the task is nothing short of epic with only seven working days left until Bernie Ecclestone, Formula One’s … Continue reading F1 links: Donington claims it has funding
Williams and Toyota officially part ways
Posted onTwo press releases appeared within half an hour of each other today – the first from Williams confirming it will not use Toyota engines in 2010, and the second from Toyota affirming the development. A quote from Frank Williams said: “At a time of great difficulty for us as a team, Toyota stepped forward and … Continue reading Williams and Toyota officially part ways
Lotus reveals early 2010 F1 car pictures
Posted onLotus has revealed the first pictures of its 2010 F1 car design. The car shows the progress the team has made since it won the right to the final slot on the 2010 F1 grid following the withdrawal of BMW.
If Jenson Button doesn’t deserve the 2009 championship no-one else does
Posted onI’ve followed the debate about whether Jenson Button deserves to win the championship this year with great interest. His lacklustre scoring rate in the second half of the season – compared to his brilliant beginning – has caused some to ask whether he really deserves to be champion. But what I’m yet to read is … Continue reading If Jenson Button doesn’t deserve the 2009 championship no-one else does
2009 Brazilian Grand Prix – The F1 Fanatic unofficial race programme
Posted onEverything you need to know about this weekend’s Brazilian Grand Prix – plus a look back at past races in Brazil.
Renault could go retro with new livery
Posted onNew rumours this week claim Renault is planning to redesign its cars’ liveries following the departure of title sponsor ING. Renault has had one of the most unattractive cars in the pitlane since it introduced ING’s brand two years ago. Could we finally see a return to Renault’s smart liveries of the seventies and eighties?
How the titles can be won in Brazil
Posted onFor the second year the Interlagos crowd will watch a home driver try to stop a British rival from winning the championship. Last year it was Felipe Massa and Lewis Hamilton – this time it’s between Rubens Barrichello and Jenson Button. Sebastian Vettel could also have a say, but his chances of stopping Button are … Continue reading How the titles can be won in Brazil
Two points in it with two to go: It’s Ferrari vs McLaren… for third place
Posted onIt’s the two titans of the sport: Ferrari and McLaren, who between them have won 374 Grands Prix and 24 constructors’ championships. But not this year. The 2009 constructors’ championship trophy is not destined for Maranello or Woking. The two teams are fighting as hard as ever – but this time it’s for third place.
F1 links: Barrichello to Williams?
Posted onThe 2010 F1 drivers rumour of the day is that Rubens Barrichello wil join Williams, something which was first suggested by Autosport a couple of weeks ago. The Brazilian press are reporting it today, and claiming that Williams will use Cosworth power instead of Renault. As that is likely to be a cheaper option it … Continue reading F1 links: Barrichello to Williams?
Felipe Massa makes Ferrari test return in Maranello (Pictures & video)
Posted onToday, 79 days after his horrific crash in qualifying at the Hungaroring, Felipe Massa got back behind the wheel of a Ferrari. He said: The moment I got into the car it was exactly like before the accident, as if nothing had happened. It was important to demonstrate to the people who work with me, … Continue reading Felipe Massa makes Ferrari test return in Maranello (Pictures & video)
Rain and low temperatures at Interlagos
Posted onA few splashes of rain turned last year’s Brazilian Grand Prix into a heart-stopping thriller of a championship finale. The early weather forecast for this weekend indicates the Interlagos track will be hit by rain again this year – but most likely not during the race. Although some weather services are forecasting rain on all … Continue reading Rain and low temperatures at Interlagos
Barrichello needs a big result on home ground (Brazilian Grand Prix preview)
Posted onIf the Brazilian Grand Prix this weekend is half as exciting as the one we had last year, it’ll be a race to remember. Although we’re unlikely to see an exciting conclusion to the championship on Sunday, anyone rooting for a down-to-the-wire title battle will be hoping for a home win for Rubens Barrichello or … Continue reading Barrichello needs a big result on home ground (Brazilian Grand Prix preview)
Rights and wrongs of the testing ban
Posted onF1 Fanantic guest writer and Vee8 author Duncan Stephen looks at the problems the testing ban has caused this year. This year has seen several major changes in F1, but among the biggest has been the ban on in-season testing. As is usually the case with sweeping rule changes, it has brought more than its … Continue reading Rights and wrongs of the testing ban
F1 links: No return for Massa until 2010
Posted onFerrari have officially confirmed Felipe Massa will not make a return to F1 until next year. A press release from the team stated his test tomorrow in a 2007-specification car “is in no way a proper test session”. Felipe back on track tomorrow (Ferrari) "Talk of a proper return to Formula 1 can wait until … Continue reading F1 links: No return for Massa until 2010
Renault roadshow in Romania (Pictures)
Posted onThe latest Renault roadshow was in Bucharest this weekend, the first time the team have visited Romania. Romain Grosjean and Lucas di Grassi were on hand to drive a Renault R28 in front of the huge Palace of the Parliament in Piata Constitutiei. According to Renault’s blog di Grassi used the opportunity to put one … Continue reading Renault roadshow in Romania (Pictures)
Saloolas adds to Predictions lead
Posted onWith two rounds to go in the F1 Fanatic Predictions Championship, SaloolaS has edged into a very useful 30-point lead. Dank, Dougie and PJA are locked in a three-way tie for second, with another three just five points behind.