Rossi clinches German MotoGP race Jul 20, 2009
Valentino Rossi of Italy lifts the trophy after winning the German Grand Prix ... Valentino Rossi of Italy lifts the trophy after winning the German Grand Prix ... Valentino Rossi of Italy lifts the trophy after winning the German Grand Prix. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Rossi on pole for German GP Jul 19, 2009
BERLIN, July 18 (Xinhua) -- Valentino Rossi claimed pole position for Sunday's German Grand Prix at the Sachsenring. The FIM MotoGP world championship leader mastered the tricky wet conditions at the German circuit to take top spot by over six-tenths of a second from Fiat Yamaha team-mate Jorge Lorenzo. (Xinhuanet, China)
Sacked Bourdais threatens legal action Jul 18, 2009
Last weekends German Grand Prix was Sebastien Bourdais last race for Toro Rosso, said Tost. In Sebastiens second year with us, the partnership has not met our expectations and therefore we have decided to replace him as from the next round of the World Championship, the Hungarian Grand Prix. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Webber ready to pull the pin - from his rebuilt leg Jul 17, 2009
GERMAN grand prix winner Mark Webber will undergo surgery on his leg after next week's race in Hungary. The Red Bull driver, who broke his leg in a mountain biking accident while competing in his charity challenge in Tasmania last year, will have screws removed next month. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
This weekend on TV, radio Jul 17, 2009
MOTORSPORTS 2 p.m. - MotoGP 250: German Grand Prix, Speed. 6 p.m. - MotoGP World Championship: German Grand Prix, Speed. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Mosley won't seek re-election as FIA president Jul 16, 2009
That reversal led teams to reiterate their push for a breakaway series at last weekend's German Grand Prix. The Formula One Teams Association refused to comment Wednesday on whether Mosley's decision had averted any more talk of a parallel series. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Ecstatic Webber kept awake by congratulatory messages Jul 16, 2009
I think I made a bit of a schoolboy error, the Australian confessed when asked about his Sunday night homecoming celebrations following his German Grand Prix victory. We got back to the UK late on Sunday night and the downside was that Australia was just waking up, he told the Red Bull website. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Teammate says Bourdais is done at Toro Rosso Jul 16, 2009
Bourdais' future with the team was under scrutiny at the German Grand Prix, where the Frenchman retired due to a car problem. "He's a very good driver,'' said Alguersuari, a 19-year-old Spanish reserve driver. "But it looks like this year he hasn't given it his all like he's supposed to give. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Stoner suffering from anaemia, will ride in German GP Jul 16, 2009
Gritty lad:Ducati MotoGP rider Casey Stoner will brave illnesses and bruised ribs in this weekend's German Grand Prix. -Reuters. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Ecclestone vows to end F1 feud this week Jul 15, 2009
Reacting to a string of stories during the German Grand Prix at the weekend that suggested he was poised to retire and take an honorary position with CVC Capital, the company that owns the majority of the sport s commercial rights, Ecclestone told reporters he was staying put. Any story suggesting I m going anywhere is completely untrue. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Title momentum now shifts from Brawn GP to Red Bull Jul 15, 2009
NUERBURGRING (Germany): The momentum in Formula One s championship fight appeared to shift significantly after Red Bull collected their third 1-2 finish and Brawn GP had their worst performance of the season at the German Grand Prix. Mark Webber picked up victory No. 1 in race No. 132 on Sunday, edging team-mate Sebastian Vettel for Red Bull to close in on Brawn GP in both championships. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Spanish kid set to replace Bourdais Jul 15, 2009
Toro Rosso and team boss Franz Tost declined to comment on the situation at the German Grand Prix at the weekend as speculation swept the Nuerburgring paddock. Alguersuari, the British Formula Three champion, is competing for his Carlin team in a World Series by Renault race at Le Mans Bourdais home town this weekend and his confirmation could be delayed until next week. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Australian media hails Webbers maiden win Jul 14, 2009
SYDNEY: Australias racing fraternity and media yesterday hailed Mark Webber after he won the German Grand Prix, becoming the first Aussie to win an F1 GP since Alan Jones in Las Vegas in 1981. The 32-year-old Red Bull drivers victory on Sunday was also a personal triumph, coming at the 130th attempt. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
* F1: Barrichello rages at his team after fuel rig problem Jul 14, 2009
A frustrated Rubens Barrichello raged at his Brawn GP team on Sunday after a mistake cost him a shot at winning the German Grand Prix. The Brazilian driver was visibly upset after a fuel rig problem meant an extra pit stop that left him sixth in a race that he had led from the opening corner. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Motor Racing: Ecclestone vows to end F1 feud this week Jul 14, 2009
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Webber takes Bull by horns Jul 14, 2009
Emotion overcame Australia's Mark Webber after he secured his first Formula One win at the 130th attempt on Sunday in the German Grand Prix. And for good reason. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Gibernaus team out of MotoGP Jul 14, 2009
The Spaniard, back in MotoGP having retired in 2006, will now not take part in Sundays German Grand Prix. The first to be surprised was me. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Webber's in his prime and could be a title contender this year,says Jones Jul 14, 2009
In the euphoria of his German Grand Prix victory on Sunday, Webber said he believed that, despite the gap to leader Jenson Button, the championship fight had been thrown wide open again. "They are both still up for grabs," Webber said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Mark Webber wins in Germany Jul 13, 2009
MARK Webber secured his maiden Formula One victory and Australia s first since 1981 when he led team-mate Sebastian Vettel home in a triumphant one-two for the Red Bull team in yesterday s German Grand Prix ... Our hero: Red Bulls Mark Webber of Australia is cheered by his team members as he crossed the finish line after the German Grand Prix at the Nuerburgring Sunday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
* F1: Webber claims first Grand Prix win Jul 13, 2009
Red Bull driver Mark Webber of Australia drives on his way to victory at the German Grand Prix at the Nuerburgring racetrack yesterday ... Mark Webber overcame a drive-through penalty to claim his first Formula One win at the German Grand Prix yesterday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
RACE RESULTS: German Grand Prix Jul 13, 2009
Formula One - German Grand Prix - USATODAY.com. Search. (USA Today -- Sports)
Mark Webber wins Formula One German Grand Prix Jul 13, 2009
Mark Webber wins German Grand Prix - Top Stories - Racing - SPORTS - The Times of India ... Mark Webber wins German Grand Prix ... NURBURGRING (Germany): Mark Webber secured his maiden Formula One victory and Australia's first since 1981 when he led team-mate Sebastian Vettel home in a triumphant one-two for the Red Bull team in Sunday's German Grand Prix. (India Times, India)
Mercedes could supply four teams with engines Jul 13, 2009
Motorsport vice-president Norbert Haug told reporters at the German Grand Prix the company planned to increase their client base. However, he would not confirm that race winners Red Bull, whose design chief Adrian Newey was previously technical director at McLaren, were considering switching to them from Renault. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Motorsports Quick Hits Jul 13, 2009
At Nuerburgring, Germany, Mark Webber won his first Formula One race Sunday after overcoming a penalty to take the German Grand Prix and give his Red Bull teammomentum in its bid to catch Jenson Button in the drivers championship. The Australian beat teammate Sebastian Vettel by 9. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Webber's glory Jul 13, 2009
Mark Webber secured his maiden Formula One victory and Australia's first since 1981 when he led team-mate Sebastian Vettel home in a triumphant one-two for the Red Bull team in Sunday's German Grand Prix. Webber, in his 130th F1 race after eight years in the sport, started from his first pole position and overcame a drive-through penalty for a first lap collision on his way to a spectacular win at the circuit in the Eifel mountains. (The Age, Australia)
Hoffman, Duke added to NL All-Stars Jul 13, 2009
Red Bull s Mark Webber won his first Formula One race after overcoming a penalty to take the German Grand Prix in Nuerburgring. The Australian beat teammate Sebastian Vettel by 9. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Barrichello rips into team as Webber waltzes to victory Jul 13, 2009
NURBURGRING - Angry Rubens Barrichello blasted his Brawn GP team following the German Grand Prix. The 37-year-old Brazilian finished sixth behind teammate, and championship leader, Jenson Button, but blamed the team for poor tactics and strategy. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Webber wins his first grand prix Jul 13, 2009
Mark Webber wins German Grand Prix ... Mark Webber wins German Grand Prix. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Ecclestone expects Mosley to step down as FIA head Jul 12, 2009
He s an honourable person, added the 78-year-old Briton at the German Grand Prix. I ve always said Max can have a cheque signed by me, without any name or amount on it, because he s a trustworthy guy. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
F1: Webber takes pole position in German GP Jul 12, 2009
NURBURGRING (Germany): Australian Mark Webber grabbed the first pole position of his Formula One career on Saturday when he outpaced all of his rivals in qualifying for Sunday's German Grand Prix ... German Grand Prix (July 12). (India Times, India)
F1 fans urged to back jobs fight Jul 12, 2009
SNP MSP Willie Coffey made the call as Lewis Hamilton's McLaren Mercedes team, sponsored by the Johnnie Walker brand, prepared for the German Grand Prix. Diageo plans to cut 900 jobs by closing the Johnnie Walker bottling plant in Kilmarnock and a distillery in Glasgow. (BBC News -- UK)
Australian Webber claims maiden pole position Jul 12, 2009
(CNN) -- Red Bull's Mark Webber will start on pole position for the first time in his Formula One career following a rain-affected qualifying session for Sunday's German Grand Prix at Nurburgring. Webber celebrates securing the first pole position of his career for Sunday's German Grand Prix. (CNN -- International)
Webber edges Barrichello for German GP pole Jul 12, 2009
NUERBURGRING, Germany (AP) -Red Bull's Mark Webber earned pole position for Formula One's German Grand Prix ahead of Brawn GP's Rubens Barrichello on Saturday. Webber secured his first career pole with a fastest lap of 1 minute, 32. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Webber captures first pole position Jul 12, 2009
Webber on Saturday outpaced all of his rivals in qualifying for Sunday's German Grand Prix. The 32-year-old Red Bull driver made the most of changeable weather conditions to emerge in front with a best lap of one minute and 32. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Webber hits Bulls eye Jul 12, 2009
Webber, the first Australian to start on pole since 1980 world champion Alan Jones did so for Williams at that years German Grand Prix at Hockenheim, hailed his very special day after being so close in the past ... The Australian will make his 130th start alongside Brawn GPs Rubens Barrichello on the front row for todays German Grand Prix. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Franchitti captures another IndyCar pole Jul 12, 2009
" Power was followed by Graham Rahal, Watkins Glen winner Justin Wilson, Canada's Alex Tagliani, and Mike Conway, who will start sixth for the second consecutive race, the best qualifying performances of his rookie season. Franchitti's teammate, series points leader Scott Dixon, will go off eighth, while Penske's Ryan Briscoe, tied for second in the standings with Franchitti, will start 11th. In her first career appearance at Toronto, Danica Patrick, fifth in points, will start 18th, her... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
F1: Hamilton sets early pace in Germany Jul 11, 2009
Lewis Hamilton fastest in Friday's free practice for German Grand Prix ... (CNN) -- Defending world champion Lewis Hamilton set the fastest time in Friday's free practice for the German Grand Prix at the Nurburgring. (CNN -- International)
Hamilton sets fastest practice time at German GP Jul 11, 2009
NUERBURGRING: McLarens world champion Lewis Hamilton returned to the scene of his worst Formula One crash yesterday to set the fastest time in the German Grand Prix free practice. The 24-year-old Briton, who crashed heavily at the Nuerburgring in his debut 2007 season, was surprisingly ahead of the championship pace-setters with a best lap of 1:32. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Hamilton fastest in second German Grand Prix practice Jul 11, 2009
NURBURGRING, Germany (AFP) - Defending drivers world champion Lewis Hamilton clocked the fastest time in Friday afternoon's second free practice session ahead of Sunday's German Grand Prix. It was the third time in this disappointing season -- for him -- that the 24-year-old had been quickest on the opening day in his McLaren Mercedes, having been fastest previously on Friday in Bahrain and China. (Yahoo! Asia News)
F1: Hamilton fastest in second practice Jul 11, 2009
NURBURGRING (Germany): Defending drivers world champion Lewis Hamilton of Britain clocked the fastest time in Friday afternoon's second free practice session ahead of Sunday's German Grand Prix ... German Grand Prix (July 12). (India Times, India)
'Ferrari or bust' Jul 10, 2009
The eight leading teams walked out of a meeting before the German Grand Prix at Hockenheim when they were told they would have no input on proposed cost cutting. "In my view Mr Mosley should walk away from the sport with dignity rather than slowly strangle to death the great brand of formula One," Mr Walker said. (The Age, Australia)
F1 teams revive their breakaway series threat Jul 10, 2009
"We cannot sit back and wait. We have to keep all options open,'' BMW Sauber motorsport director Mario Theissen said Thursday from the site of the upcoming German Grand Prix. "And that means we have to look at the other points as well. We have to prepare for all possibilities. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Grand Prix debacle: 'deal in sight' Jul 10, 2009
But Mr Walker predicted today a resolution would be reached before the German Grand Prix in Nurburgring ... The eight leading teams walked out of a meeting before the German Grand Prix when they were told they would have no input on proposed cost-cutting. (The Age, Australia)
* Ecclestone apologizes for Hitler comments Jul 9, 2009
He used an article in the same newspaper to make his apology, and later issued a further statement to try to quell the furore caused by his remarks before this weekends German grand prix race. I unreservedly apologize for the remarks I made regarding Hitler in a recent interview. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
F1 Teams Association walks out of FIA meeting Jul 9, 2009
But at Wednesday's meeting of the German Grand Prix to discuss the rules for the 2010 series, the FOTA teams were told that was not the case by the FIA's technical chief. FOTA said in a statement: "The team managers were informed by Mr. Charlie Whiting of the FIA that, contrary to previous agreements, the eight FOTA teams are not currently entered into the 2010 FIA Formula One World Championship and have no voting rights in relation to the technical and sporting regulations thereof.". (MSNBC -- Sports)
Motor Racing: Formula One teetering on brink after FOTA walk out Jul 9, 2009
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Button: It will be better Jul 9, 2009
Article By: Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:50 Jenson Button is convinced he can return to winning ways at this weekend's German Grand Prix after failing to triumph on home soil last month. Button's storming run of four successive victories was brought to a halt in disappointing fashion when the 29-year-old could only manage sixth place at Silverstone. (iAfrica.com)
Alonso wants more wins Jul 9, 2009
Article By: Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:49 Fernando Alonso is still hoping to discover that magic ingredient ahead of Sunday's German Grand Prix at the Nurburgring ... That is not what Alonso was anticipating, and ahead of Sunday's German Grand Prix, he has his fingers crossed the team can rediscover the formula for success as they did last year. (iAfrica.com)
F1 teetering on brink after FOTA walkout Jul 9, 2009
GERMANY: The future of Formula One was once again plunged into uncertainty on Wednesday days away from the German Grand Prix when the fragile peace agreement struck a few weeks ago was shattered as the eight teams making up FOTA walked out of a meeting with the sport's governing body the FIA. ... The German Grand Prix is set for this weekend ... German Grand Prix (July 12). (India Times, India)
Future of Formula One in jeopardy, say FOTA teams Jul 9, 2009
The technical working group session, at the Nuerburgring before Sundays German Grand Prix, had been due to bring together FOTA, the three new entrants for 2010 plus Williams and Force India who are suspended from FOTA.. The FIA said the aim had been to agree changes to the 2010 regulations, in line with the decision taken last month to revert to the version of the sporting and technical rules in place until April 29 this year. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Saturday's TV: Tour De France Jul 9, 2009
Awash as we are, and have been, with live, late-night sport from international locations Wimbledon, the Ashes, the Tour de France and the formula one German Grand Prix it may come as some respite to enter a more cultural marathon in the wee hours. Rage begins with guest programmer and Australian Idol 2006 runner-up Jess Mauboy's edifying selection of pop and rock hits. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
F1 boss says Hitler comment was misunderstood Jul 8, 2009
Asked to elaborate, Ecclestone said, "They have a lot of influence everywhere.'' As a result of Ecclestone's earlier comments, the governor of Germany's Baden-Wuerttemberg state, Guenther Oettinger, canceled their planned meeting at this weekend's German Grand Prix. Ecclestone said he was not aware of that. "I think I'm due to be meeting him at 12 o'clock on Sunday - nobody has told me to the contrary,'' he said. Ecclestone said he had not intended to invoke Hitler's name in the interview with... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Ecclestone says he won't resign over Hitler remarks Jul 7, 2009
As a result of Ecclestone's earlier comments, the governor of Germany's Baden-Wuerttemberg state, Guenther Oettinger, canceled their planned meeting at this weekend's German Grand Prix. Ecclestone said he was not aware of that. (USA Today -- Sports)
Dani holds off Rossi to win US MotoGP Jul 6, 2009
Pedrosa holds off Rossi to win US MotoGP - Moto GP - Other Racing - The Times of India Racing: Latest F1 and other motor racing events, news and updates. Pedrosa holds off Rossi to win US MotoGP6 Jul 2009, 0843 hrs IST, REUTERS. (India Times, India)
Busch needs IV after Grand Am race Jul 5, 2009
Representatives of the race organizing committee said they have received a formal invitation to the German Grand Prix on July 12 at the Nuerburgring, where they were to meet with F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone. Comments. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Young Jaime replaces Hartley Jul 2, 2009
LONDON: Spanish teenager Jaime Alguersuari will take over from New Zealander Brendon Hartley as Red Bull reserve driver from next week s German Grand Prix, the Formula One team said yesterday. The 19-year-old will be on call as a stand-in for race regulars Sebastian Vettel, the German who has won twice this season, and Australian Mark Webber, as well as Red Bull s sister team Toro Rosso. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Sushil wins gold in German Grand Prix Jun 30, 2009
NEW DELHI: Hauled up for being overweight and missing a tournament in Thailand, star wrestler Sushil Kumar bounced back in style by winning the gold in the German Grand Prix Freestyle and Greco Roman tournament in Dortmund. In the three-day tournament which ended on Sunday, the Beijing Olympic bronze medallist won the gold in the 66 kg freestyle category. (India Times, India)
Angry Mosley calls F1 deal into question Jun 26, 2009
LONDON: Motor racing chief Max Mosley called into question a deal securing Formula One's future on Thursday in a letter demanding a public apology from Ferrari president Luca di Montezemolo. In the document, the International Automobile Federation (FIA) president suggested that he could rethink his decision to stand down in October. (India Times, India)
HotelTravel.com Takes Pole Position for Final British Grand Prix Formula 1 at Silverstone Jun 5, 2009
Special deals during the German Grand Prix at Nurburgring from 10 to 12 July are also highlighted, as HotelTravel ... After the last British Grand Prix at Silverstone, there have been reports that 2009 could also be the final running of the German Grand Prix. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Webber toasts best result Apr 20, 2009
He finished third at the Nurburgring in the German Grand Prix in 2007 and achieved the same result in Monaco in 2005 when racing for Williams. "It's the best result of my career, and I'm hoping to go one step better in the future," said Webber, who described the one-two finish in difficult conditions as "extremely rewarding". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
H.L. Daniell-Norton stalwart Mar 3, 2009
Two weeks later in the 350 class of the German Grand Prix, Harold scored his first works victory ahead of team mate John White, but any satisfaction was later soured by Guthrie s tragic death in the Senior event. Isle of Man 1938. (Suite101.com)
