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I was so close to McLaren drive, says Wurz.
McLaren test driver Alexander Wurz has revealed that he was within a whisker of replacing Mika Hakkinen in 2002 following the Finn's decision to take a sabbatical.
Formula 1 stars sign up to help bereaved children.
Formula 1 stars, including three world champions, have come together in the name of helping bereaved children.
JYS mourns friend Harrison.
Jackie Stewart has paid tribute to his close friend, the musician George Harrison, after the former Beatle succumbed to his long fight with cancer.
F1 scholarship scheme takes off.
The ambitious project to take an unknown into the world of Formula One has proven to be a hit, according to founder David Fleming.
BAR to launch 004 before Xmas.
British American Racing look set to become one of the first teams to launch their 2002 F1 car when they unveil the new 004 on December 18th.
Dennis excited by new line-up.
Despite his obvious affiliation to double world champion Mika Hakkinen, McLaren team boss Ron Dennis has admitted that he is looking forward to seeing how successful his 2002 partnership will be.
Briatore to ride to the rescue of Prost GP?
Renault boss Flavio Briatore could be about to save Prost Grand Prix according to reports in the British press. The Guardian notes that: 'F1 insiders' are predicting that, "he might revive his proposed takeover of the Prost team, which was originally anticipated in the summer".
Jackie Stewart knighted!
Jackie Stewart, one of Formula One's most successful men, was knighted yesterday at Buckingham Palace. The 62-year-old Scot received his honour from Prince Charles for his services to motor racing.
Q&A: Mika Hakkinen.
He may have retired, but there has been little chance to rest recently for Mika Hakkinen, as he continues to do the rounds on behalf of McLaren sponsor West. The Finn's latest engagement was in the Czech Republic, where he took time out from a promotional visit to speak to the press.
Frentzen: No offer from Arrows.
Heinz-Harald Frentzen's reported meetings with Arrows boss Tom Walkinshaw appear unlikely to land the German a seat at Leafield next season, according to his manager.
Q&A: Hirohide Hamashima.
Bridgestone boss Hirohide Hamashima talks about how the Bridgestone tyres did in 2001, their new rivals and how they plan to win in 2002. Q: How would you summarise Bridgestone's overall performance in 2001?
F1 the golden standard for safety.
Grand prix racing is setting safety standards that all other sports should aspire to, according to consultant neurosurgeon Peter Hamlyn.
Campbell and Briatore off to Court?
Supermodel Naomi Campbell is planning to sue Renault boss Flavio Briatore according to reports in the British press.
Ferrari to delay debut of F2002?
Ferrari may opt to run this year's F2001b chassis at the start of the 2002 season according to reports in Gazzetta dello Sport .
Ferrari shows off new gym.
Yesterday at Maranello, the press was given the opportunity by Ferrari to see the new gym, built at the Fiorano circuit, alongside the one built for the use of the drivers' back in 1997.
Peace not war, says Trulli.
Italian F1 driver Jarno Trulli has joined 240 of his fellow sporting compatriots in signing a petition protesting against the 'War on Terrorism' in Afghanistan.
Courtney to combine F3 with F1 in 2002.
Jaguar Racing today announced that James Courtney will join the Carlin Motorsport British Formula Three team as their lead driver for the 2002 Green Flag British Formula Three Championship.
Button loses yet another BMW drive.
Jenson Button's BMW, which he has had for less than two months, has been written off by one of his best friends.
NUFC: No truth in Williams stories.
British football club Newcastle United has played down speculation that it may be in line for an offer from Formula One team boss - and die-hard Toon fan - Sir Frank Williams.
Webber completes cycling marathon.
Mild Seven Benetton Renault Sport driver Jenson Button and former World Champion Damon Hill joined journalist Tom Clarkson and Benetton test driver Mark Webber as the pair completed the final stage of their John O'Groats to Lands End cycling marathon - having travelled over 900 miles from the nor
Mercedes moves 'in-house' with bigger Ilmor stake.
The DaimlerChrysler group has announced that it is to strengthen its stake in engine builder Ilmor to raise the company's future potential, and begin to emulate rivals Ferrari in building an entire F1 machine 'under one roof'.
Minardi paints it black.
European Minardi yesterday brought its 2001 campaign to a spectacular conclusion at the Santa Monica (Misano) circuit, near Italy's picturesque Adriatic coast.
Ferrari and Bridgestone up to no good?
Michelin Motorsport director Pierre Dupasquier has launched a scathing attack on Ferrari and Bridgestone accusing the two of cheating during the US and Japanese Grand's Prix.
Retirement rumours are c**p, says Irvine.
Jaguar driver Eddie Irvine has branded reports in the Italian press that he will retire at the end of 2002 as rubbish.