Jody Scheckter Sep 19, 2008
By the end of his career he had matured into one of the best Formula 1 drivers of his generation. Formula Ford Success and F1 with McLaren. (Suite101.com)
Feel-good times May 3, 2008
Remarkable, and something the embattled Mosley ironically deserves a lot of credit for, because it is largely thanks to his efforts (following the black weekend of Imola 1994) that Formula 1 drivers can walk away from such massive accidents these days. Well done, too, Ferrari, for re- establishing yourself as the standard others aspire to and specifically you, Kimi, for setting up yourself as favourite for this years Drivers title after only four races. (iAfrica.com)
* F1: Bruno Senna aiming for Formula 1 seat next year May 2, 2008
Senna acknowledged the quality of the current Formula 1 drivers, but will not go beyond respect. My personality will not allow me to admire any driver, because if I have the chance I will have to fight against them. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
X Factor to spark up Grand Prix Feb 25, 2008
Formula 1 drivers will rub shoulders with celebs including Rachel Griffiths, Miranda Otto, Fifi Box and Dannii Minogue at the high-rise party. But the real fireworks are expected when Minogue and Sharon Osbourne run into each other at the champagne bar. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Qi-Meritus only Asian entry at GP2 in Sentul Feb 16, 2008
The Indonesian brothers will compete against world-class racers such as former Formula 1 drivers Jean Alesi and Johnny Herbert. The Speedcar series features 14 racers from Japan, Sweden, Germany, Italy, France, Austria, Britain, the United Arab Emirates and Indonesia. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Sports)
Men's Vogue: Ali-Frazier tops list of best sports rivalries Feb 13, 2008
No. 8: Ayrton Senna vs. Alain Prost Two of the greatest Formula 1 drivers of all time, Prost and Senna won seven World Championships between them. Prost, a Frenchman, was known as "the Professor" for his detached and studied style while Senna, a Brazilian, drove wildly. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Midway Atoll To Reopen Jan 20, 2008
For now, though, traveling through Heathrow creates higher stress levels than those experienced by Formula 1 drivers during races, by free-falling parachutists during descents and by riot police facing down a rock-throwing mob, according to an experiment commissioned by Silverjet and quoted by the IHT.. With de Gaulle's identical-looking terminals, poor signage and bad directions from unhelpful airport employees, one respondent said traveling through it was "like being in an Escher print.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Ralf, Giancarlo test for Force India Nov 29, 2007
Fisichella and Schumacher are among the most experienced Formula 1 drivers around, with three and six race victories each respectively. "Whilst no drivers have been officially confirmed by Renault, the team has given me permission to explore other options," said Fisichella. (iAfrica.com)
TAG Heuer to launch mobile phone Nov 27, 2007
TAG CEO Christophe Babin said in the statement the launch of its eyewear line in 2002 convinced it of the wider potential of the brand, popularised in its adverts by Formula 1 drivers like Kimi Raikkonen, actor Brad Pitt and golfer Tiger Woods. "The success of this line, already market leader in luxury eyewear, confirmed for us the potential of TAG Heuer as a brand for contemporary, technological and timeless products...such as luxury mobile phones," he said. (India Times, India)
Ferrari gets Xtreme | Nov 3, 2007
This means that the driver can modify the cars behaviour on the track from corner to corner, just as the Formula 1 drivers do to maximise performance and reduce tyre wear. The FXXs traction control is also now less invasive and more flexible, adapting more efficiently to the individual driving style of each driver a requirement pinpointed when this very extreme car was being driven on the track by non-professional drivers. (iAfrica.com)
Boy Racer Beats The Police With A Go-Kart Oct 27, 2007
The 18-year-old driver led them on a wild goose chase for three miles through the winding streets of Moenchengladbach, the birthplace of Formula 1 drivers Nick Heidfeld and Heinz-Harald Frentzen. After a breathless chase he ducked into a vacant garage to lie low but was discovered by police. (Sky News)
* Raikkonen reigns, but McLaren plan appeal Oct 24, 2007
Kimi Raikkonen will keep the Formula 1 drivers' title -- for now. McLaren confirmed on Monday that they will appeal the FIA's decision not to penalize four drivers investigated for fuel irregularities following the Brazilian Grand Prix. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Kimi crowned champ| Oct 22, 2007
Kimi Raikkonen won the 2007 Formula 1 drivers world championship on Sunday for Ferrari when he produced a flawless run to victory in the Brazilian Grand Prix. The 'ice-man' from Finland drove superbly to grab the 15th win of his careeer and his sixth this year ahead of his Ferrari team-mate and local hero Felipe Massa. (iAfrica.com)
'McLaren to drop Alonso' Oct 19, 2007
Rookie Hamilton tops the Formula 1 drivers standings, four points ahead of Alonso with the last race of the season scheduled for Sunday in Brazil. Raikkonen, in third place, also has a chance to take his first ever world title. (iAfrica.com)
I can still do it - Hamilton Oct 8, 2007
Lewis Hamilton remained defiant after missing the chance to secure the Formula 1 drivers' crown on Sunday, insisting: "Don't worry, I can still do it". The 22-year-old Briton was all set to seal the championship at the Chinese Grand Prix ahead of McLaren team-mate Fernando Alonso but conceded the lead before seriously deteriorated tyres prompted him to spin out and retire on lap 31. (iAfrica.com)
Drivers Who Disobeyed: Part 1 of 4 Aug 12, 2007
An Internet search (Yahoo and Google) of Formula 1 drivers who have disobeyed team orders added Arnoux, Reutemann and von Brauchitsch, a grand prix driver in the 1930s. The first article is this introduction. (Suite101.com)
The Mark of Lewis Hamilton Jun 18, 2007
But if one thing is certain, for now Lewis Hamilton has indeed vaulted himself among the elite ranks of the current crop of Formula 1 drivers. (Suite101.com)
Lewis at ease with Alonso competition Jun 8, 2007
" Hamilton responded to the accusations with good grace. "I heard something about it," he admitted. "I met Jacques in 1995, he was one of the first Formula 1 drivers I met and I've got a tremendous amount of respect for him, he's right to have his own opinions. " Other drivers were less diplomatic when told of Villeneuve's latest outburst. Austrian Alexander Wurz of Williams suggested that the outspoken Canadian's quotes were not worthy of sensible discussion, while Renault's Italian driver... (iAfrica.com)
Ready to razzle| May 25, 2007
Lewis Hamilton, the 22-year-old British rookie who is leading this year's Formula 1 drivers' world championship, has played down his chances of grabbing a maiden victory in Sunday's Monaco Grand Prix. Hamilton, who has reeled off a record-breaking run of four podium finishes in his first four races in F1, did his utmost to quell high hopes among his and the McLaren Mercedes-Benz team's followers that he is set for more glory. (iAfrica.com)
Ecclestone on night race mission May 23, 2007
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Alonso slams Massa's driving May 14, 2007
" The wheel-banging incident lit up an otherwise dull race and highlighted the tension and the tight battle in prospect between the two leading teams, Ferrari and McLaren. Hamilton's achievement finishing second ahead of Alonso in third enabled him to become the youngest leader of the Formula 1 drivers world championship since the founder of his team Bruce McLaren of New Zealand. "I keep on saying that I am living my dream," said Hamilton. "And that is true. This is the result of years of hard... (iAfrica.com)
More backers for night racing Apr 5, 2007
Germany's Nico Rosberg on Wednesday joined other top Formula 1 drivers in support of a controversial plan to stage Formula 1 grand prix races at night. "It is going to be very exciting. It is always good to have a new idea," the Williams driver told reporters ahead of the 8 April Malaysian Grand Prix. (iAfrica.com)
