Ecclestone Believes Vettel Penalty Unjust Bernie Ecclestone on Vettel's penalty: "It was wrong. The poor guy is punished for an accident. He lost third place. If the rule is that you get punished for a collision with another driver, then soon we will have no more fights. We want to see more wheel-to-wheel (duels), not … Continue reading F1 links: Ecclestone slams Vettel penalty
Day: 3 April 2009 articles archive
IndyCar pretending to be F1?
Posted onJonathan at Sports Rubbish has spotted what looks like some downright cheeky behaviour on the part of Indy Racing League broadcaster Versus – and it’s happening on this very site. Versus seem to be running Google ads using the keyword ‘Formula 1’ directing people to its coverage of the first round of the 2009 IRL … Continue reading IndyCar pretending to be F1?
Two sides to the Hamilton-Trulli controversy: Another avoidable crisis
Posted onRadio conversations have shown that in the moments after Lewis Hamilton overtook Jarno Trulli in the Australian Grand Prix McLaren’s first concern was to ensure they had not broken any rules. The responsibility for the controversy that ensued lies as much with the FIA and the stewards as it does McLaren.
Two sides to the Hamilton-Trulli controversy: Hamilton apologises
2009 Australian Grand Prix
Posted onLewis Hamilton has apologised for his role in the Australian Grand Prix controversy after being vilified in the British and international press this morning. What will be the consequences for Hamilton’s reputation and the team’s? Will it have any repercussions for Hamilton’s career? And how has it affected the fans’ view of him?
McLaren suspend Ryan over exclusion
Posted onMcLaren have confirmed the suspension of sporting director Dave Ryan following Lewis Hamilton’s exclusion from the Australian Grand Prix. Ryan was present at both the hearings following the Malaysian Grand Prix into the Hamilton-Trulli incident. According to BBC Radio, Ryan was seen being summoned down from the pit wall during free practice at Sepang this … Continue reading McLaren suspend Ryan over exclusion
Malaysian Grand Prix predictions
Posted onBrawn GP may be the favourites after their one-two in Malaysia but with rain threatening Sunday’s race could be tricky to predict. Name your predictions for pole position and the podium below.
F1 links: F1 fan videos censored
Posted onFormula 1 Management and the Australian Grand Prix Corporation censor spectator videos "I will be filing a counter notice with Youtube disputing the right of FOM to demand that my videos be removed. The AGPC and FOM have not followed due process and have not allowed natural justice to ensue. They use their wealth and … Continue reading F1 links: F1 fan videos censored