The Japanese Grand Prix weekend is expected to get off to a dry start on Friday – but that is set to change over the following days. Different forecasts give different views of this region’s often changeable weather, but several forecast heavy rain on Saturday, clearing up by Sunday. This raises the possibility of qualifying … Continue reading Rain forecast for Saturday at Suzuka
Day: 6 October 2010 articles archive
Montezemolo: Massa “a number one driver”
Posted onLuca di Montezemolo has said Felipe Massa needs to give “the performances of a number one driver” in the final races of 2010: Felipe is and will always stay a number one driver for Ferrari. I expect the performances of a number one driver from him – both in the next four races and, with … Continue reading Montezemolo: Massa “a number one driver”
Japanese Grand Prix live blog and TV times
Posted onWe’ll have live comments during every session of the Japanese Grand Prix at F1 Fanatic. We’re always looking for people to help run the live comments sessions so please get in touch using the contact form if you’d like to help out. Here are the details of the BBC’s live video coverage of the Japanese … Continue reading Japanese Grand Prix live blog and TV times
Changing tracks: Suzuka
Changing tracks
Posted onSuzuka Circuit is little different today from the version first used for the Japanese Grand Prix in 1987. Here’s how it’s chnged since then.
McLaren have “big test package for Friday”
Posted onMcLaren are hoping to keep their championship changes alive by bringing a series of upgrades to the MP4-25 at Suzuka. Speaking in a Vodafone McLaren Mercedes phone-in McLaren’s managing director Jonathan Neale said: We are taking a reasonable-sized package to Suzuka: Front wing upgrades, we’ve got a new rear wing and various aerodynamic details. What … Continue reading McLaren have “big test package for Friday”
Boullier replaces Bell at Renault
Posted onRenault team principal Eric Boullier has taken over as managing director of the team following the departure of Bob Bell. Renault F1 Team chairman G?â?®rard Lopez said: We would like to thank Bob Bell for his contribution to the performance of the team and for helping see us through a period of transition since Genii … Continue reading Boullier replaces Bell at Renault
Raikkonen denies Renault F1 rumours
Posted onKimi Raikkonen has strongly denied rumours he is considering an F1 return with Renault in 2011. He told Finnish newspaper Turun Sanomat: I am very disappointed with how they have used my name for their own marketing. I have never even seriously considered driving for Renault, and I can assure you that I am 100 … Continue reading Raikkonen denies Renault F1 rumours
What F1 Fanatics say about… Suzuka
Posted onSuzuka is of the most popular tracks among drivers and fans alike. But it’s not the easiest race track for fans outside Japan to visit. Those who have visited Suzuka speak highly of it and a number of F1 Fanatic readers are heading to the track for this weekend’s race. Here’s what they have to … Continue reading What F1 Fanatics say about… Suzuka
F1 Fanatic round-up: 6/10/2010
Posted onPredictions are open for the Japanese Grand Prix so make yours now: F1 Fanatic Predictions Championship The deadline is 3am (British time) on Saturday morning. Here’s today’s round-up: Links Rules barring motor races on public roads may be eased (BBC) Obviously I’m all in favour but the government should pay more attention to protecting existing … Continue reading F1 Fanatic round-up: 6/10/2010