Tobacco no-show?

26 Jul 2005 |

With time running out until the imposition of new European Union rules governing the display of tobacco advertising in sporting events, BAR claim they have not received an adequate clarification of the law from the British government despite BAR boss Nick Fry insisting they had requested on, “several times.” They are afraid that British teams … Continue reading Tobacco no-show?

Alonso grabs another win as Raikkonen’s car fails

2005 German Grand Prix Review

24 Jul 2005 |

Kimi Raikkonen’s third successive car failure robbed him of yet another potential victory. That and a qualifying error by team mate Juan Pablo Montoya has given Fernando Alonso an almost insurmountable advantage in the title chase. The German Grand Prix was not the overtaking-fest the media hype promised it would be beforehand. What action there … Continue reading Alonso grabs another win as Raikkonen’s car fails

Alonso cruises to fifth win as Raikkonen limits damage

2005 French Grand Prix review

13 Jul 2005 |

“Watch the Ferraris”, everyone seemed to be saying after the United States ‘race’. “They’ve made a big step forward.” Michael Schumacher unusually bullish, suggested as much after qualifying. But on the track, Fernando Alonso blitzed them all for his fifth win from ten. It was not a thrilling French Grand Prix. Indeed, after the shame … Continue reading Alonso cruises to fifth win as Raikkonen limits damage

The Grand Prix alternatives

11 Jul 2005 |

I find nothing more frustrating than listening to over pampered Grand Prix drivers moaning about the amount of travel in their job, firstly, because the title World Championship indicates frequent flights, and secondly, because they get to race in China, Brazil and the USA. There are worse jobs. Over in Formula Vee ‘international’ extends about … Continue reading The Grand Prix alternatives

Editorial: Sublime Silverstone

11 Jul 2005 |

The FIA’s survey brought up a number of head-slapping, ?â?ó?óÔÇÜ?¼?àÔÇ£I could have told you that,?â?ó?óÔÇÜ?¼?é?Ø type results. Not least of which was Silverstone’s place among the top three of the best circuits in Formula One at present. Now, for a dedicated Silverstone enthusiast such as this it is not a major surprise. Crucially both the … Continue reading Editorial: Sublime Silverstone

Montoya grabs win as Alonso extends points lead

2005 British Grand Prix Review

10 Jul 2005 |

Juan Pablo Montoya broke his 2005 duck and took his first win for McLaren in fine style. But a second consecutive weekend troubled by engined failure for Kimi Raikkonen stymied his assault on Fernando Alonso’s championship lead. The final practice session for the British Grand Prix had barely begun when the number nine McLaren-Mercedes of … Continue reading Montoya grabs win as Alonso extends points lead

Mosley replacement rumours

6 Jul 2005 |

Seven of the ten Formula One teams are rumoured to be lining up a potential replacement for under-fire FIA President Max Mosley. The seven teams exclude the FIA-aligned Ferrari, Red Bull, who are to take a supply of Ferrari engines from next year, and Jordan, who have distanced themselves from the ‘Group of Nine’ since … Continue reading Mosley replacement rumours

F1 05 (PlayStation 2)

3 Jul 2005 |

The latest Playstation 2 F1 game to hit the shelves boasts the full 2005 roster of teams, drivers and circuits. Is it worth parting with a significant chunk of your hard-earned for? We give it a thorough track-testing.

The gender mind-bender

3 Jul 2005 |

Most people, when pressed to name a female in motor sport, would probably say Danica Patrick. But what about Louise Goodman or Williams public relations manager Ann Bradshaw? Women racing drivers may be few but women are growing in number throughout motor sport. Despite gender equality becoming increasingly apparent in all aspects of the workplace, … Continue reading The gender mind-bender

Suspended ban for 7 teams

29 Jun 2005 |

The seven teams at the heart of the United States Grand Prix fiasco have responded to the FIA’s suspended punishment with an immediate appeal. They argue that the FIA’s contention that they were not in possession of suitable tyres is not applicable to them as it was the responsibility of Michelin, not the teams, to … Continue reading Suspended ban for 7 teams