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Party time: Ferrari driver Kimi Raikkonen (left) celebrates winning the British F1 Grand Prix as he is sprayed with champagne by McLaren drivers Fernando Alonso (centre) and Lewis Hamilton at the Silverstone race track. Reuters. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Lewis wants to see out career at McLaren Jul 7, 2007
Home race: McLaren driver Lewis Hamilton of Britain drives during a practice session ahead of the British F1 Grand Prix at the Silverstone race track. Reuters. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Victorious Raikkonen Jul 2, 2007
Formula One: Raikkonen and Massa finish 1-2 for Ferrari - International Herald Tribune. When Kimi Raikkonen passed Lewis Hamilton at the start of the French Grand Prix on Sunday, it was the first time any driver had passed the leader of the championship this season and Raikkonen could be proud. (International Herald Tribune)
Alonso falls further against Hamilton Jul 2, 2007
McLaren Formula One driver Fernando Alonso of Spain (L) listens to a member of his team during the second practice session for the U.S. F1 Grand Prix in Indianapolis, June 15, 2007. (Xinhua/Reuters, File Photo). (Xinhuanet, China)
Events push will revive tourism, group says Jun 26, 2007
The move has already sparked a furore between NSW and Victoria, with the Victorian government insisting the F1 Grand Prix and the Australian Open tennis fortnight are locked into long-term contracts. TTF Australia (Tourism and Transport Forum) managing director Christopher Brown today said the push to wrest major events from other areas promised to propel the "stalled" NSW tourism industry, particularly when it came to hosting major events. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Super GT drivers to race on newly surfaced track at Sepang Jun 18, 2007
543km track was dug out and resurfaced again after the Petronas Malaysian F1 Grand Prix in April. Work on the circuit has been completed in time for the fourth round of the Super GT International Series. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
* Hamilton dominates to win first F1 Grand Prix race Jun 12, 2007
Hamilton dominates to win first F1 Grand Prix race. AP, MONTREAL, CANADA Tuesday, Jun 12, 2007, Page 20. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Hamilton Wins in Canada Jun 11, 2007
First F1 Grand Prix win for the superstar rookie. Lewis Hamilton, in his first visit to Canada, won his first pole position, leading to his maiden Grand Prix victory at Montreal's Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. (Suite101.com)
V8s threaten Grand Prix boycott Jun 6, 2007
V8 Supercars Australia is threatening to boycott next year's Australian F1 Grand Prix in Melbourne due to "unreasonable behaviour" by Formula One broadcaster Network Ten. Supercars Australia chairman Tony Cochrane made the threat after learning that Network Ten had vetoed a request by the Seven Network to drop one of their AFL games on Sunday to offer a live broadcast of the Eastern Creek round of the V8 series this weekend. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Exclusive! - The parade of 'green' vehicles will begin...at the same time as the Montreal F1 Grand Prix! Jun 6, 2007
at the same time as the Montreal F1 Grand Prix. MONTREAL, June 6 /CNW Telbec/ - As part of the second edition of the Salon national de l'environnement (SNE), event organizers, the Coop;rative de travail Terre Nouvelle, present an exclusive 'green' vehicle parade. (Canada Newswire)
Alonso edges McLaren teammate to take Monaco Grand Prix May 28, 2007
McLaren Formula One teammates Fernando Alonso, center, of Spain and Lewis Hamilton of Britain spray champagne after placing first and second in the Monaco F1 Grand Prix Sunday. Conversation guidelines: USA TODAY welcomes your thoughts, stories and information related to this article. (USA Today -- Sports)
Mallya to slake thirst with W&M buyout May 14, 2007
BANGALORE: After watching Ferrari cruise to another F1 Grand Prix win at Barcelona with Felipe Massa burning the rubber on Sunday, Indian liquordom s flamboyant czar Vijay Mallya is heading straight to Whyte & Mackay headquarters in Glasgow. The 51-year-old UB Group chairman is set to snap up one of the world s largest independent bulk Scotch suppliers for about $1. (India Times)
Massa wins Madrid F1 Grand Prix May 14, 2007
Brazil's Felipe Massa, driving a Ferrari, won his second consecutive Formula One race on Sunday in Spain, beating Britain's Lewis Hamilton, driving a Maclaren, and Spain's Fernando Alonso, driving a Mercedes. (Xinhua/Reuters Photo). (Xinhuanet, China)
Singapore to join F1 circuit from 2008, plans first ever night race May 13, 2007
"We are pleased to announce that Singapore will be hosting the F1 Grand Prix from 2008,'' Minister of State for Trade and Industry S. Iswaran told a news conference on Friday. The first race would be in September or October 2008 on a street circuit, he said. "I am also pleased to announce that Singapore could potentially stage the first-ever F1 night race,'' Iswaran said. "A night race will be unique, different and allow the Singapore event to reach out to television audiences in Asia, Europe... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Alonso, Hamilton dominate practice May 12, 2007
Alonso,Hamilton dominatepractice - CNN.com. BARCELONA, Spain (Reuters) -- Double world champion Fernando Alonso set the pace in practice for his home Spanish Grand Prix on Friday after being upstaged earlier by McLaren team mate Lewis Hamilton. (CNN -- International)
Singapore to host F1 race May 12, 2007
Meanwhile, Datuk Mokhzani Mahathir, chairman of the Sepang International Circuit said in Kuala Lumpur that Malaysia's F1 Grand Prix will not be affected by Singapore winning the right to host a race. I congratulate Singapore on joining the club of F1 hosts. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Singapore to host Grand Prix, joining the circuit in 2008 May 12, 2007
"We are pleased to announce that Singapore will be hosting the F1 Grand Prix from 2008," S. Iswaran, the minister of state for trade and industry, told a news conference. The first race would be in September or October 2008 on a street circuit, he said. (International Herald Tribune)
S'poreans, tourists welcome F1 race in Singapore May 12, 2007
SINGAPORE : Singaporeans and tourists have said they are excited to have an F1 Grand Prix here ... But all eyes will be on the F1 Grand Prix street race to be held in the heart of the city in 2008. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Singapore to host F1 Grand Prix next year May 12, 2007
Saturday May 12, 2:17 PM. SINGAPORE : Singapore will host its debut Formula One Grand Prix on a street circuit next year and the race may be the first held at night, officials announced on Friday. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
F1 Singapore GP to make debut in 2008 May 12, 2007 1.1 million cheap tickets up for grabs Apr 25, 2007 The WAGS are off at Aintree Apr 16, 2007 Prodrive hope to announce F1 plans in July Apr 15, 2007 The Tiger Woods of Racing Apr 13, 2007 Geographical proximity of F1 races in M'sia, S'pore not a problem: MOS Apr 11, 2007 One-two finish proves McLaren are back in the game Apr 10, 2007 Malaysian GP organisers happy with record turnout Apr 10, 2007 Alonso-Hamilton in McLaren one-two Apr 9, 2007 Alonso wins Malaysian GP for McLaren Apr 9, 2007 Alonso ends slump for McLaren in Asia Apr 9, 2007 Alonso finishes ahead of Hamilton in Malaysian Grand Prix Apr 9, 2007 Power rockets to Champ Car win Apr 9, 2007 Final push sees Toyota drivers in the top ten Apr 8, 2007 Good day for Massa Apr 7, 2007 Ferrari are still hot Apr 6, 2007 F1: Hamilton wants to win races for McLaren Apr 5, 2007 Its a battle for the rookie with the best endurance Apr 4, 2007 Rain and thunderstorm expected from Friday to Sunday Apr 2, 2007 Alonso sounds warning Apr 2, 2007 Hondas Button confident of a better finish in Sepang Apr 1, 2007 Game for a luxury F1 fling? Mar 31, 2007 No French F1 Grand Prix in 2008: report Mar 29, 2007 Finn is the fastest Mar 29, 2007 SIC need to make minor improvements on circuit, say FIA Mar 28, 2007 Sauber driver clocks fastest time in first official testing Mar 28, 2007 Microsoft goes on green Vista offensive Mar 24, 2007 Government gives SIC mandate to ensure Malaysia remain on the F1 calendar Mar 22, 2007 Motorsport: Raikkonen on pole for Ferrari debut Mar 17, 2007 F1 Grand Prix season to begin on Sunday Mar 17, 2007 City's major event lock-down Mar 15, 2007 Govt could give financial support to bring F1 race to S'pore Mar 6, 2007 Cape Town to bid for F1 race Mar 2, 2007 Fairuz enjoys his maiden F1 drive with Spyker Feb 22, 2007 CIMB in drive to boost Net banking Feb 14, 2007 ESPN Malaysian sports centre to debut in April Feb 13, 2007 SIC out to woo 125,000 fans to the Malaysian GP Feb 13, 2007 Motor Racing: And Alonso's first past the Merlion! Jan 15, 2007 Motor Racing: SIC want yearly F1 test sessions at Sepang Jan 10, 2007 Tower Records set up booth to boost F1 ticket sales Jan 9, 2007
"We are pleased to announce that Singapore will be hosting the F1 Grand Prix from 2008," said S. Iswaran, Minister of State for Trade and Industry at a news conference on Friday. The first race would be in September or October 2008 and may beheld for the first time ever in the F1 history under lights on the streets of this skyscraper-filled metropolis, according to Iswaran. (Xinhuanet, China)
F1 Grand Prix In Singapore May 12, 2007
Singapore to host F1 Grand Prix next year Posted: 11 May 2007 1707 hrs. Photos. (Channelnewsasia.com)
AirAsias low fares promotion is a celebration of its recent F1 Grand Prix partnership with the ATiams team, with the 600,000 low-fare seats offer going under its Fast us campaign. Both airlines are only allowing booking of seats online and prices do not include airport tax and other surcharges. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Ladbrokes reckon 200million more could be punted on the weekend s other sporting events, including two FA Cup semi-finals, World Cup cricket and an F1 Grand Prix in Bahrain. Sun tipster Templegate, who hammered bookies when he went through the card at Sandown last month, has plumped for 66-1 National outsider Gallant Approach. (The Sun)
BAHRAIN F1 GRAND PRIX MANAMA. PRODRIVE, due to become Formula One's 12th team next year, hope to reveal their driver line-up and partners at the British Grand Prix in July, company boss David Richards said on Friday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton of Britain celebrates on the podium after he finished second in the Malaysian F1 Grand Prix in Sepang, Malaysia, April 8, 2007. Zainal Abd Halim / Reuters Article Tools. (Time.com)
Mr Iswaran replied, "We do not see competition arising or being disadvantageous just because of geographical proximity. In fact there are several F1 races that take place in the same region...Each race is unique in terms of its character and circuit design. Sepang has a dedicated circuit while we are looking at a street circuit in Singapore. So should Singapore host the F1 Grand Prix, there will be much scope for both countries' events to complement each other." - CNA/ms. ADVERTISEMENT. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
SEPANG: It was supposed to be the Ferrari show but McLaren pulled the carpet from under them to score a classy 1-2 finish in the Petronas Malaysian F1 Grand Prix at Sepang on Sunday. And the revival of the Mercedes-powered McLaren is an indication that a real fight is taking shape for the major spoils in the championships. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
SEPANG: With a record total attendance for the just concluded Petronas Malaysian F1 Grand Prix, fans in Malaysia and those from neighbouring countries have sent a clear message to the world that they want the race to stay in Sepang. The Sepang International Circuit (SIC) general manager Datuk Azmi Murad said that they would like to thank all the fans for their overwhelming support. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
The last time a McLaren won an F1 Grand Prix was October 2005 in Japan, when Raikkonen claimed victory. In the first race of the year it was Raikkonen, Alonso and Hamilton in the top three. (CNN -- International)
The last time McLaren won an F1 Grand Prix was October 2005 in Japan, with Raikkonen. Alonso took the world title in 2005 and 2006 for Renault. (MSNBC -- Sports)
The last time a McLaren won an F1 Grand Prix was October 2005 in Japan, when Raikkonen claimed victory. After two races with McLaren, Alonso found it hard to believe he was a winner for his new team. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
WORLD champion Fernando Alonso ended a 20-race victory drought for McLaren with an easy win in the Petronas Malaysian F1 Grand Prix at the Sepang F1 Circuit yesterday. Briton Lewis Hamilton provided more cheers for the Mercedes-powered outfit when he took second place ahead of Ferraris Kimi Raikkonen, making him the first rookie in 43 years to clinch two consecutive podium finishes. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
The last time a McLaren won an F1 Grand Prix was October 2005 in Japan with Raikkonen. From Wire Reports. (Orlando Sentinel -- Sports)
TOYOTA will line up with two cars in the top ten of the starting grid for the Petronas Malaysian F1 Grand Prix after a strong qualifying session yesterday. The three sessions were hard-fought but both Jarno Trulli and Ralf Schumacher made it for the final shoot-out for the second consecutive race. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Ferrari's Formula One driver Felipe Massa of Brazil prepares for a practice session ahead of the Malaysian F1 Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit. Kimi Raikkonen, the other Ferrari driver and winner of the season-opening Australian Grand Prix three weeks ago, was fourth fastest of the day. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
IT WILL be the first time since 1999 that the Malaysian F1 Grand Prix will not have the legendary Michael Schumacher on the starting grid but Ferrari are unlikely to feel his absence. Kimi Raikkonen s dominant win for the Italian outfit in the season-opening Australian GP on March 18 where he won by more than seven seconds has certainly set the benchmark for the others to beat. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
And that includes the Petronas Malaysian F1 Grand Prix at the circuit in Sepang on Sunday. Im not in F1 to finish second. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
KUALA LUMPUR: Four drivers will be racing for the first time in the Petronas Malaysian F1 Grand Prix in Sepang this weekend. And for McLaren's Lewis Hamilton, Renault's Heikki Kovalainen, BMW Sauber's Robert Kubica and Spyker's Adrian Sutil, it will be one of the most anticipated battles to see who can last the distance in what has been billed as the hardest race on the calendar. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
PETALING JAYA: Teams for the Petronas Malaysian F1 Grand Prix have to brace themselves for a wet weekend in Sepang. The forecast from the Malaysian Meteorological Department is for afternoon showers and thunderstorms to hit Sepang and the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
However, world champion Fernando Alonso, who is driving for McLaren this year, has his own ideas as to who will be the one popping the champagne in the Petronas Malaysian F1 Grand Prix in Sepang on Sunday. Despite being beaten into second place by more than seven seconds by Raikkonen in the Australian GP, the Spaniard is confident that his team would do all the right things to deliver a car good enough for him to win a race. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
SEPANG: After logging plenty of test mileage, Honda team driver Jenson Button will be looking for a change of luck in the upcoming Petronas Malaysian F1 Grand Prix. The 27-year-old Briton is looking forward to the prospect of racing on a track where he has earned two podium appearances before and is hoping to lift Hondas fortune before they head to the European races. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
The hotels ambitious philanthropic effort is in conjunction with the upcoming Malaysia F1 Grand Prix 2007. Starting its bid at the original package rate of RM259,999 for a minimum of two nights stay in the hotels Presidential Suite, generous Formula One fans are encouraged to up the bidding stakes in aid of underprivileged children. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. March 29, 2007 - 7:19PM. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
SEPANG: Ferraris Kimi Raikkonen sounded his teams intention to rule the roost in the Petronas Malaysian F1 Grand Prix next weekend when he posted the fastest time on the second day of official testing here yesterday. FERRARIs Kimi Raikkonen showed he will be the driver to beat at next weekends Malaysian Grand Prix. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
KUALA LUMPUR: Only minor improvements were recommended by the FIA after a safety inspection of the Sepang F1 Circuit on Monday ahead of the Petronas Malaysian F1 Grand Prix. The FIA have instructed the Sepang International Circuit (SIC), the organisers of GP scheduled for April 6-8, to improve parts of the guard rails and tyre barriers. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
SEPANG: BMW Sauber driver Robert Kubica has no experience racing at the Sepang F1 track but it is not stopping him from aiming to make his presence felt in the Petronas Malaysian F1 Grand Prix next week. The lanky Polish driver served notice of his intention yesterday by clocking the fastest time on the first of the three days of official testing for the F1 teams. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Action snaps before last weekend's Australian F1 Grand Prix. Will turn heads with its polished design, but its middling performance make it best suited for basic office tasks. (ZDNet.com.au)
Shuttle service: SIC chairman Datuk Mokhzani Mahathir (left) and Naza Group of Companies executive operating director Mohd Faizal Tan Sri Mohd Nasimuddin unveiling the Naza Ria MPV that will be used to transport photo journalists during the Petronas Malaysian F1 Grand Prix next month. VICTOR K.K. NG. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Ferrari Formula One driver Kimi Raikkonen of Finland celebrates after he won pole position during the qualifying round for the F1 Grand Prix in Melbourne. Photo / Reuters. (New Zealand Herald)
The first race of the F1 Grand Prix season will be held on Sunday at the Melbourne Grand Prix circuit ... The first race of the F1 Grand Prix season will be held on Sunday at the Melbourne Grand Prix circuit. (Xinhuanet, China)
With up to 40,000 interstate and overseas visitors tipped to flood into town for the F1 Grand Prix and FINA World Swimming Championships, locals will be blocked from a swag of amenities they usually enjoy - namely roads and swimming pools. Even parts of St Kilda beach are now impassible due to the looming presence of athletes, officials and media who will gather for the Swimming Championships' open water events, to be held about 100 metres offshore from Sunday. (Sydney Morning Herald)
The Minister of State agreed an event like the F1 Grand Prix could elevate Singapore to the level of world-class cities like London. Furthermore, it is an example of a tourism project with long-term strategic benefits - economic and non-economic, tangible and intangible. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
" Executive deputy mayor Charlotte Williams has also highlighted the job creation and social upliftment possibilities offered by the proposal. The project has not yet been formally endorsed by the Province. Grindrod has been asked to present the proposal to the city mayoral committee and will recommend that the city take full advantage of the initiative. "This initiative can create a life-belt for the poorer communities, especially those that surround the proposed development of the F1 race... (Finance24)
The superlicence will allow Fairuz to take part in F1 grand prix races. More News. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Registered CIMB Clicks users with the highest score will win two grandstand tickets each to watch the F1 Grand Prix at the Sepang circuit on April 68. Additionally, the top 30 non-CIMB Clicks users will win RM100 cash. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
In addition, Malaysia play host to a number of international events annually, including the Tour of Langkawi (cycling); F1 Grand Prix, A1 Grand Prix and MotoGP (motorsports); Monsoon Cup (yachting); Sultan Azlan Shah tournament (hockey); and the World Badminton Championships. The Youth and Sports Ministry's secretary general, Datuk Mohamed Yasmin Salleh, and the ESPN Star Sports managing director, Jamie Davis, signed the agreement on behalf of their organisations. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
KUALA LUMPUR: The Sepang International Circuit (SIC) are looking at having almost full attendance for the Petronas Malaysian F1 Grand Prix, which will be held at Sepang F1 Circuit from April 6-8. The SIC caretaker manager, Datuk Azmi Murad, who is also the senior general manager of operation services for Malaysia Airports, said yesterday that they were targeting to draw 125,000 spectators to the GP.. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
"We are constantly on the lookout for investors and event organisers who wish to bring major events, such as the F1 Grand Prix, to Singapore. Several parties have expressed an interest in bringing F1 to Singapore and discussions are ongoing," a ministry spokesperson said in an email reply to TODAY.. Be prepared for some inconveniences, though. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
PETALING JAYA: The race promoters of the Petronas Malaysian F1 Grand Prix, Sepang International Circuit (SIC), plan to make the official F1 testing in Sepang an annual affair. The circuit will stage the sessions for the first time from March 27-29. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Racing fans can also get tickets for the Petronas Malaysian F1 Grand Prix at discounted prices with limited edition F1 gifts. Sound boost: The F1 Early Bird promotion booth at KLCC Tower Records. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
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