In the last three races McLaren and Ferrari, the slumbering giants of F1 in 2009, have re-awoken and returned to the sharp end of the field. They might not be likely to win either of the titles this year, but how their drivers fare in the last six rounds of the championship could well decide … Continue reading McLaren and Ferrari join the title battle
Day: 25 August 2009 articles archive
Softer tyres to liven up season finale
Posted onBridgestone has revealed which tyres the teams will be allowed to use in the final four races of the season. It’s one of those decisions that might not grab headlines, but could have a huge bearing on who wins this year’s titles. The soft and super-soft tyres being brought to the Japanese and Brazilian races … Continue reading Softer tyres to liven up season finale
F1 links: Davidson on the driver market
Posted onHere’s a round-up of F1 news and other interesting links I’ve found today. If you’ve spotted a hot news story, interesting new website or just something funny from the world of F1, please share your links in the comments below. Davidson: I’ve got unfinished business in F1 "There are a lot of drivers out there … Continue reading F1 links: Davidson on the driver market
Red Bull face Vettel engine dilemma
Posted onSebastian Vettel is set to become the first victim of F1’s new engine penalty rules. With six races left to run, only two of the eight units he started with are unused. As engines rarely complete more than two races, and his remaining Renaults will have to cope with the high-revving challenges of Spa and … Continue reading Red Bull face Vettel engine dilemma