I indeed agree that the atmosphere at the press conferences is not very impressive, but let’s not forget that, perhaps, that’s how Bernie, Max and their people insist that it be. Many of us have griped on this site- with good reason- about how F1 media coverage can be improved- maybe this is one aspect of that situation.

With regards to the writing issue, I have only been reading Peter’s work since late in 2007, so I can’t comment on anything before that. If, indeed, he was as content with the Schumi-dominated era of F1 as you claim, that is a serious issue with his work- such domination by any team, in any sport, will only serve to turn off new fans who do not lach on to the dominant team.

Finally, sorry for the numerous typos on my end- “American” and “Coca-Cola” are more like it!!

I certainly wouldn’t want to know about a driver’s most listened to CD or anything of that nature. I just think F1 could find someone less tedious than Windsor to do the interviews, usually the atmosphere at these things is like a funeral!

As to his writing, it is just mind-numbing. I remember at the height of the Schumacher-era boredom, Windsor thought that F1 was perfect and nothing needed changing. As a fan of RACING, I still find that irritating even now.

On the topic of Peter’s post-race questions, I would ask Paul: what type of questions would you like he- or any other reporter- to ask? The questions are always going to focus on what gose on in the race, and perhaps a few thoughts on the next venue- that’s about all that’s allowed in the politically correct world of F1. The post-race interview is always going to be blunt and straightforward- if anyone is looking for questions such as “What’s your favorite new CD?” or “What grandstand had the best-loooking girls this week?” I think you are watching the wrong programming.

Finally, after missing the boracast of the European GP, I find out that the always-enchanting grid girls have been replaced at Valencia by….grid boys? No offense to the fellows who got the gig, but what on Earth is the F1 establishment coming to? Taking out the grid girls is about as bright an idea as when Coac-Cola changed the taste of their drink many years ago- a decision that maybe 2% of their fanbase liked.

I am also a Peter Windsor fan, but not a fan of SPEED Channel. I have to endure endless commercial breaks advertising NASCAR races I’m not ever going to watch.