Joey Moriarty Jul 18, 2008
Outlook: Lewis Hamilton won the July 6 British Grand Prix to create a three-way tie atop the points standings with Felipe Massa and Kimi Raikkonen. Fernando Alonso is the defending champion. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Mercedes wants a Grand Prix team of its own Jul 18, 2008
At its home race on Sunday, Mercedes is hoping to continue its success of two weeks ago at the British Grand Prix - which Lewis Hamilton won - with another victory by Hamilton, who is leading the drivers' series, or a first victory by Heikki Kovalainen, who is sixth. But it is also acutely aware that another German manufacturer, BMW, lies second in the constructors' series and got its first victory at the Canadian Grand Prix in June. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Struggling GM's cutbacks could deliver a blow or two to NASCAR Jul 17, 2008
842-mile road course; Channel 6, 10 a.m., tape) Three drivers are currently tied for first in the standings with 48 points Lewis Hamilton (the homegrown champion of the recent British Grand Prix) and Ferrari teammates Felipe Massa and Kimi Raikkonen. Massa gave up the points lead while spinning five times and finishing 13th in the rain in Great Britain two weeks ago. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
This Week In Auto Racing July 18 - July 20 Jul 16, 2008
Two weeks after winning a rainy British Grand Prix and moving into a three-way tie with Kimi Raikkonen and Felipe Massa for the top spot in the point standings, Englishman Lewis Hamilton is looking forward to this weekend's German Grand Prix. Last week, Hamilton was fastest among 12 drivers testing at the 4. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
2008 Formula One schedule and standings Jul 16, 2008
July 6 British Grand Prix, Silverstone, England (Lewis Hamilton). July 20 German Grand Prix, Nuerburg. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Hamilton stays ahead at Hockenheim test Jul 13, 2008
British Grand Prix 2008. Date: July 06, 2008. (India Times, India)
Massa quickest at Thursday's Hockenheim test Jul 13, 2008
" Massa, three times a winner this season, had led the championship before last weekend's British Grand Prix at Silverstone where he spun five times in the wet and finished 13th and last while Hamilton won. More Coverage Today in Sports Jenson Button was second fastest for Honda in 1:15.081 on a bright and warm day at Hockenheim with McLaren's Heikki Kovalainen, taking over from Hamilton, third quickest in 1:15.289. The session was halted after Italian Fisichella, who had crashed heavily in his... (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
F1 teams hope to see the light on Singapore trip Jul 8, 2008
"We are trying to understand the implications of the lighting," the Briton told reporters at last weekend's British Grand Prix. "I think all the teams are sending someone over there in the next week or two, very soon, to have a look at a proportion of the track that's been lit for us to make a judgement and understand. "Like most teams, we've got a simulator so we are trying to simulate those conditions but probably we won't know until we are actually there what extra problems it (the race) is... (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Lewis getting better Jul 8, 2008
Podium finish: Lewis Hamilton celebrating on the podium of the Silverstone racetrack on Sunday after he won the Formula One British Grand Prix. AFP. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Sabathia-to-Milwaukee trade brewing Jul 7, 2008
Lewis Hamilton mastered wild and wet racing conditions to score a runaway victory at the British Grand Prix in Silverstone, England. Hamilton lapped all but two of the field and finished more than a minute ahead of Nick Heidfeld's BMW Sauber. (Boston Globe)
Dixon's error gives Hunter-Reay win Jul 7, 2008
Lewis Hamilton mastered wild and wet racing conditions to score a runaway victory at the British Grand Prix in Silverstone, England, and throw the drivers championship wide open. Hamilton led from the fourth lap in his McLaren to win his first British GP and take the lead in the overall championship. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Hamilton wins British GP, first win in home race Jul 7, 2008
Lewis Hamilton mastered wild and wet racing conditions to score a runaway victory at the British Grand Prix and throw the Formula One drivers championship wide open. After he failed to collect a single point from the previous two races in Canada and France, Hamilton's title hopes would have been in trouble if the same had happened in front of his home fans at Silverstone on Sunday. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Teams upset at plan to move F1 from Silverstone Jul 7, 2008
"We want a British Grand Prix, that's the most important thing," Dennis said after the qualifying session for Sunday's race at Silverstone ... "I hope the Government realises it has to play a role in that as well and that the circuit is transformed into the vision that Bernie has for the British Grand Prix." ... Meanwhile, on the track, Australia's Mark Webber equalled his best qualifying performance on Saturday to put himself second on the grid for Sunday's British Grand Prix. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
PM's food plea interests papers Jul 7, 2008
Images of Rafael Nadal's triumph at Wimbledon and Lewis Hamilton's victory in the British Grand Prix compete for space on the front pages. It was, the Daily Express says, a day of sporting drama that gripped millions. (BBC News -- UK)
Hamilton wins rainy British GP Jul 7, 2008
SILVERSTONE, England (AP) -Lewis Hamilton has won the British Grand Prix for the first time, leading his rain-soaked home race from the fourth lap to take the lead in the Formula One drivers championship. The McLaren driver lapped all but two cars in the field Sunday and finished more than a minute ahead of Nick Heidfeld's BMW Sauber in a race at Silverstone that was full of spinouts and near misses. (MSNBC -- Sports)
RESULTS: British Grand Prix Jul 7, 2008
British Grand Prix results - USATODAY.com ... British Grand Prix results ... SILVERSTONE, England Results Sunday for the Formula One British Grand Prix on the 3. (USA Today -- Sports)
Hamilton cruises to first ever British GP victory Jul 7, 2008
Hamilton wins British Grand Prix ... Lewis Hamilton had never won the British Grand Prix ... SILVERSTONE, England (AP) -- Lewis Hamilton mastered wild and wet racing conditions to score a runaway victory at the British Grand Prix and throw the Formula One drivers championship wide open. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
British Grand Prix 2008 Awards Jul 7, 2008
Hamilton Wins Easily, Ferrari Stumble and Rubens Impress. Every race has its highlights. (Suite101.com)
Hunter-Reay inherits win at Glen Jul 7, 2008
Lewis Hamilton won the British Grand Prix for the first time, leading his rain-soaked home race from the fourth lap to take the lead in the Formula One drivers championship. The McLaren driver lapped all but two cars in the field and finished more than a minute ahead of Nick Heidfeld's BMW Sauber in a race at Silverstone that was full of spinouts and near misses. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
* F 1: Hamilton tastes victory at his home Grand Prix Jul 7, 2008
Lewis Hamilton streaked to British Grand Prix victory yesterday, delivering a masterful drive in wet conditions to delight a vociferous home crowd and reignite his world title challenge. Consistent rain saw nearly all the drivers spin at some stage of the race and though BMWs Nick Heidfeld produced a good drive to finish second and Rubens Barrichello was third, no one could come close to Hamilton, who won his home race by a staggering 68. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Lewis sizzles in wet home race Jul 7, 2008
MCLAREN'S Lewis Hamilton blew away his rivals to win a wet and chaotic British Grand Prix yesterday and storm back to the top of the Formula One standings ... Treacherous start: McLarens Heikki Kovalainen (second right) and Lewis Hamilton (left) leading the pack into the first corner during the British Grand Prix yesterday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Teams fear burnout from longer season Jul 7, 2008
It really is tough on the mechanics, said McLaren executive Martin Whitmarsh at the British Grand Prix. It worries me how hard it is going to be on the teams but I think that's a management challenge; how we're going to deal with that and make sure we don't burn people out during the course of the season, he added. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
McLaren's Lewis Hamilton Wins British Grand Prix, Shares Lead in Standings Jul 7, 2008
Hamilton Wins British Grand Prix to Grab Share of F-1 Lead ... July 7 (Bloomberg) -- McLaren's won the British Grand Prix for a first time to move level on points with Ferrari duo and at the head of the Formula One standings ... This is set to be the penultimate British Grand Prix at Silverstone, with the race planned to move to Donington Park from 2010. (Bloomberg -- UK)
Hunter-Reay capitalizes on Dixon's mistake Jul 7, 2008
Formula One: British Grand Prix. SILVERSTONE, England - Lewis Hamilton mastered wild and wet racing conditions to score a runaway victory and throw the Formula One drivers championship wide open. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Valverde keeps lead at Tour de France Jul 7, 2008
Hamilton wins British Grand Prix. Lewis Hamilton won the British Grand Prix for the first time, leading his rain-soaked home race from the fourth lap to take the lead in the Formula One drivers championship. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Auto racing results Jul 7, 2008
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Motor Racing | Formula One: A daring Lewis Hamilton splashes to British Grand Prix victory Jul 7, 2008
A daring Lewis Hamilton splashes to British Grand Prix victory - International Herald Tribune ... A daring Lewis Hamilton splashes to British Grand Prix victory. (International Herald Tribune)
Ecclestone hints grand prix could still be lost Jul 7, 2008
Formula One's governing body and Ecclestone announced at the British Grand Prix last week that the future of the race had been saved by moving it from Silverstone to Donington from 2010. The decision, after one of the longest-running sagas in the sport, raised concern about the new promoters' abilities to revamp the East Midlands track in time. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Wet and wind-blown, Lewis Hamilton collects his first British Grand Prix victory Jul 7, 2008
Lewis Hamilton celebrating after winning the Silverstone Formula One Grand Prix, in Silverstone, England, on Sunday. (Lefteris Pitarakis/The Associated). (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
British GP Results Jul 7, 2008
SILVERSTONE, England (AP) - Results of Sunday's Formula One British Grand Prix at the 5. 141-kilometer (3. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Lewis Hamilton storms to victory at Silverstone Jul 7, 2008
Lewis Hamilton answered his critics with a remarkable victory in a chaotic British Grand Prix that was hailed as one of the greatest performances of all-time ... Hamilton is now the 12th home driver to win a British Grand Prix. (Mirror.co.uk)
Hamilton rules at home in rain Jul 7, 2008
Lewis Hamilton led from lap four in his McLaren to win his first British Grand Prix and take the lead in the world drivers championship ... BEIJING, July 7 -- Lewis Hamilton led from lap four in his McLaren to win his first British Grand Prix and take the lead in the world drivers championship. (Xinhuanet, China)
Heikki seizes maiden pole, British GP today Jul 6, 2008
Kovalainen on pole for British Grand Prix - News - News & Features - Indiatimes Racing: Latest F1 and other motor racing events, news and updates ... Kovalainen on pole for British Grand Prix05 Jul, 2008 06:56 pm IST,REUTERS ... ENGLAND: McLaren's Heikki Kovalainen seized the first pole position of his Formula One career at the British Grand Prix on Saturday. (India Times, India)
Rockies' Tulowitzki goes back on DL Jul 6, 2008
McLaren driver Heikki Kovalainen captured his first Formula One pole, for today's British Grand Prix in Silverstone, England. Carli Lloyd scored on a deflected shot in the 39th minute to give the US a 1-0 soccer victory over host Sweden in an Olympic tuneup between two favorites for Beijing. (Boston Globe)
Men hurt at Silverstone funfair Jul 6, 2008
Two men were injured, one of them seriously, when they fell from a ride at a funfair being held for the British Grand Prix at Silverstone. The fair was being held outside the racing circuit, opposite the main entrance to the Silverstone site. (BBC News -- UK)
* Sport Briefs Jul 6, 2008
The British Grand Prix is leaving Silverstone and moving to Donington Park in 2010. Having staged the race annually since 1987, Silverstone will hold the event for maybe the last time next year and then hand it over to a circuit some 100km away in central England. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Finn wins battle for maiden pole with Webber Jul 6, 2008
MCLAREN'S Heikki Kovalainen seized the first pole position of his Formula One career at the British Grand Prix yesterday after lapping more than half a second quicker than his rivals ... but third position is still okay if you look at where the others are in the championship ahead of me, said last year's British Grand Prix winner. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Mayweather accuses HBO of racial biases Jul 6, 2008
Heikki Kovalainen captured his first Formula One pole and will try for his first victory in the series in British Grand Prix in Silverstone, England. The McLaren driver crossed the line more than half a second faster than Red Bull s Mark Webber. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Hamilton keeps his head up despite missed pole Jul 6, 2008
McLaren's Lewis Hamilton refused to be downcast on Saturday after failing to repeat his 2007 British Grand Prix pole position in front of his home fans ... " The statistics also offered some succor, with the race going to the driver on pole position only twice in the past 10 years at Silverstone. On the other hand, Britain has not had a winner at the circuit since David Coulthard, now in his final season, for McLaren in 2000. Hamilton has described Silverstone as a special circuit but, with the... (International Herald Tribune)
Rosberg starts British GP from pit lane after suspension changes Jul 6, 2008
Nico Rosberg was forced to start the British Grand Prix from the pit lane Sunday after his Williams mechanics made late changes to his suspension. The driver had been due to start from 18th on the grid of the 20 drivers. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Lewis slides as Heikki glides Jul 6, 2008
McLaren, usually as secretive as any of the Formula One teams, allowed the broadcast of two radio messages that revealed everything about the dramatically different performances of Lewis Hamilton and Heikki Kovalainen during qualifying for today's British Grand Prix. As Kovalainen crossed the line to claim his first pole position, the Finn's engineer said: 'You're on pole by miles. (guardian.co.uk)
Heikki on British pole Jul 6, 2008
Heikki Kovalainen grabbed his first ever Formula One pole position on Saturday with a near-flawless qualifying display at the British Grand Prix. The Finnish McLaren driver produced an inspired final lap of 1:21. (iAfrica.com)
Coulthard fails to complete a lap in GP Jul 6, 2008
Red Bull's David Coulthard retired from his last British Grand Prix on Sunday after skidding off without completing a lap. The 37-year-old, who announced on Thursday his retirement from Formula One at the end of the season, tangled with Sebastian Vettel's Toro Rosso at Priory and spun off into the gravel trap. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
F1 teams fear burnout from expanded calendar Jul 5, 2008
"I think the absence of the August break in the calendar next year is very tough. It really is tough on the mechanics," said McLaren executive Martin Whitmarsh at the British Grand Prix. "It worries me how hard it is going to be on the teams but I think that's a management challenge; how we're going to deal with that and make sure we don't burn people out during the course of the season," he added. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Alonso leads final British GP practice Jul 5, 2008
Renault's Fernando Alonso was the fastest driver on a track drying out following morning rain in Saturday's final British Grand Prix practice. The double world champion, a winner at Silverstone in 2006, went top with a lap of one minute 20. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
* Hamilton confident he can improve on last year Jul 5, 2008
Lewis Hamilton is confident that he can improve on his showing in last years British Grand Prix come this weekends race at Silverstone. Hamilton snatched a dramatic pole position in front of an adoring home crowd at the Northamptonshire circuit 12 months ago, but was unable to match the pace of Ferraris Kimi Raikkonen in the race, eventually finishing third. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
* F1:Coulthard announces his retirement at Silverstone Jul 5, 2008
McLaren Mercedes Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton of England arrives in the paddock at the Silverstone racetrack in England on Thursday ahead of tomorrows British Grand Prix ... Coulthard made his announcement at Silverstone on Thursday, three days ahead of the British Grand Prix ... Coulthard was the last driver to win the British Grand Prix back-to-back for McLaren in 1999 and 2000, but much of his career coincided with the dominance of Michael Schumacher, who won seven world championships... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Donington to take over in 2010 Jul 5, 2008
Following discussions with Formula One Management (FOM), the FIA can confirm that the British Grand Prix will be retained on the Formula One World Championship calendar, the FIA said in a statement. From 2010 the new home of the British Grand Prix will be Donington Park. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Heikki sets pace Jul 5, 2008
HEIKKI Kovalainen set the pace in yesterday's second practice session ahead of this weekend's British Grand Prix. The Finnish McLaren driver was smooth and controlled throughout, setting a fastest lap time over half a second quicker than that of his nearest rival, Red Bull's Mark Webber. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Hamlin fends off Busch Jul 5, 2008
MASSA HITS WALL: Formula One points leader Felipe Massa spun off the track and hit a wall during Friday's practice for the British Grand Prix, but only after setting the fastest time in his Ferrari at Silverstone, England. All rights reserved. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Today's television, radio schedule Jul 5, 2008
Advertisements LIVE, SAME-DAY, AND DELAYED CABLE TV AND RADIO SPORTS COVERAGE. SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.TODAYAUTO RACING8 A.M. Formula One, practice for British Grand Prix, at Silverstone, England, SPEED1 P.M. NASCAR, Nationwide Series, pole qualifying for Winn-Dixie 250, at Daytona Beach, Fla ... USASATURDAYARENA FOOTBALL3 P.M. Divisional playoffs, Colorado at San Jose, ESPN7 P.M. Divisional playoffs, New York at Philadelphia, ESPNAUTO RACING8 A.M. Formula One, qualifying for British Grand... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Alonso fastest in 3rd practice for British Grand Prix Jul 5, 2008
SILVERSTONE, England (AP): Fernando Alonso took advantage of the weather to post the fastest time in Saturday's third practice time for the British Grand Prix. After a heavy shower two hours before the session had drenched the Silverstone circuit, the 20 drivers went out in wet conditions - initially with times 10 seconds slower than in Friday's two sessions. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Computers are Formula One's wizards of winning Jul 5, 2008
For the teams at the British Grand Prix this weekend, race strategy is as important as aerodynamics, mechanics, engine power and the driver, and they have hired numerous specialists to match those in other parts of the factory. The driver serves only to feed them data. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Car Racing Notebook: DEI's Menard, Martin in front row at Daytona (Today) Jul 5, 2008
Points leader Felipe Massa of Brazil spun off the track and hit a wall in practice for the British Grand Prix in Silverstone, England, but only after setting the fastest time in his Ferrari. Massa climbed out of his car a few minutes after the crash and did not appear to be hurt. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Kovalainen takes pole in British GP at Silverstone Jul 5, 2008
Heikki Kovalainen has captured his first Formula One pole position as fastest qualifier for Sunday's British Grand Prix. The McLaren driver, who has not won a Formula One race, crossed the line Saturday more than half a second faster than Red Bull's Mark Webber. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Are you the next Lewis Hamilton? : V1 Racing on lookout for future F1 champions.... Jul 5, 2008
The servers are going live after this weekend's British Grand Prix, with the first round of the series scheduled to take place around the proceeding German Grand Prix that takes place over the weekend of the 18th and 19th of July. To download the game and put yourself in contention for a future place on the F1 grid, head over to the , and we'll be bringing you full impressions of the event soon. (IGN PC Games)
SPORTS CALENDAR Jul 4, 2008
Formula One British Grand Prix qualifying ... Formula One British Grand Prix. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Championship leader Massa crashes in British GP practice but sets fastest time Jul 4, 2008
World championship leader Felipe Massa spun off the track and hit a wall during Friday's practice for the British Grand Prix and still set the fastest session time in his Ferrari ... "After many years of patient but fruitless negotiation with the British Racing Drivers Club we are delighted that Bernie had nevertheless been able to ensure that the British Grand Prix will keep its place on the Formula One World Championship calendar," Mosley said in a statement. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Donington to host British GP from 2010 Jul 4, 2008
"Following discussions with Formula One Management (FOM), the FIA can confirm that the British Grand Prix will be retained on the Formula One World Championship calendar," the FIA said in a statement. "From 2010 the new home of the British Grand Prix will be Donington Park." ... "Finally the uncertainty is over," Ecclestone said in the FIA statement handed out at the British Grand Prix. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Massa crashes in GP practice Jul 4, 2008
Ferrari's championship leader Felipe Massa crashed heavily but still set the fastest time in Friday's opening free practice for the British Grand Prix. Massa, the first Brazilian to lead the Formula One standings since the late Ayrton Senna in 1993, skidded on oil deposited on the track by the Renault of double world champion Fernando Alonso. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
British GP Results Jul 4, 2008
Results Friday from practice for Sunday's Formula One British Grand Prix at the 5. 141-kilometer (3. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Sports lineup Jul 4, 2008
Formula One, practice for British Grand Prix, SPEED, 8 a.m.. NASCAR, Nationwide, pole qualifying for Winn-Dixie 250, ESPN2, 1 p.m.. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
More than a victory on the line for Lewis Hamilton Jul 4, 2008
After only 25 Grand Prix races, and barely halfway through his second year in Formula One, Lewis Hamilton faces what may be the most critical test of his career Sunday in his home race, the British Grand Prix at Silverstone ... In that, there are faint echoes of the British Grand Prix 50 years ago this month, when another young Englishman, Peter Collins, facing threats of demotion from Ferrari's Formula One team, won the race and established Silverstone's first 100-mile-per-hour, or... (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Formula One urges changes to cut costs Jul 4, 2008
"The major manufacturers are currently employing up to 1,000 people to put two cars on the (starting) grid," International Automobile Federation (FIA) president Max Mosley wrote in a letter to the 10 teams at the British Grand Prix. "This is clearly unacceptable at a time when all these companies are facing difficult market conditions. "Also, with attention on energy problems worldwide, Formula One cannot afford to be profligate in its use of fuel," added the Briton. Related Articles Recent... (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Franchitti will meet with Ganassi Jul 3, 2008
Franchitti said he'll skip Saturday night's race in Daytona and, after briefly considering returning to England to watch the British Grand Prix, decided to stay at his Nashville, Tenn. home this weekend clearing his head. (MSNBC -- Sports)
