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Prince Rainier rewarded for Monaco commitment.
His Serene Highness Prince Rainier of Monte Carlo has been awarded the first ever FIA Gold Medal for Motor Sport, as the governing body recognised his involvement in staging the most famous grand prix and rally of all.
Jaguar solve hot seat issue.
Jaguar Racing has revealed that Mark Webber's problems at the Japanese Grand Prix, were caused by a loose chassis fixing inside the cockpit, which was to blame for the Aussie's discomfort, after temperatures rapidly rose.
No 'Regent Street' in Cardiff.
Council members have ruled out the possibility of Formula One teams repeating the successful Regent Street parade in the heart of the Welsh capital next year.
Bridgestone looking forward to season finale.
Bridgestone Motorsport is eager to get to Brazil this week for the 2004 FIA Formula One World Championship season finale and assist its teams who are all keen to finish the year on a high.
Doornbos completes Jordan aero test at Elvington.
Despite almost constant rain, Robert Doornbos successfully completed a one-day aerodynamic test programme with the Jordan team at Elvington airfield last Friday, in preparation for the forthcoming Brazilian Grand Prix.
I was always a big fan of Nigel, says Zanardi.
by Rob Wilkins Former F1 and CART star Alex Zanardi has paid homage to Nigel Mansell, claiming that the Briton always managed to do something 'unexpected' and pull it off.
Red Bull Driver Search winner announced.
Skip Barber regional and national championship stand-out John Edwards has been chosen as the winner of the 2004 Red Bull Driver Search.
Minardi boss to auction F1 collection.
Minardi boss Paul Stoddart is to auction off part of his collection of Formula One cars and assorted memorabilia, assembled over the years as his motorsport interest grew towards the acquisition of Minardi in 2001.
Q&A: Pat Symonds.
Renault F1 engineering director Pat Symonds was philosophical after a disappointing result at Suzuka, which saw the team drop 16 points behind rivals, BAR-Honda, in the battle for second place in the Constructors' championship, with only one race remaining.
Webber too hot for Suzuka.
Mark Webber's dream of converting a surprise third place on the Japanese Grand Prix into points had to be put on the backburner just short of half distance, after the Australian complained of discomfort in the cockpit of his Jaguar-Cosworth.
Barrichello apologises for DC shunt.
Rubens Barrichello has taken the blame for the accident that forced both his Ferrari and the McLaren of David Coulthard into retirement during the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka.
Webber gets qualifying 'boost' for Jaguar.
He may be off to Williams at the end of the season, and Jaguar may be on its way out of Formula One for good after the Brazilian Grand Prix, but Mark Webber gave himself and his mechanics a welcome morale boost by qualifying third at Suzuka.
Weather the winner at soaking Suzuka.
Although more drivers set lap times during the second hour of free practice ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix, the only winner was the weather, which eventually forced the cars back into their garages and the spectators to take cover wherever they could find it.
Extreme weather tests Bridgestone and Michelin.
Extremely wet weather put Bridgestone and Michelin to the test today [Friday] during practice at the Japanese Grand Prix, however it was Bridgestone that came out top, thanks to rain master, Michael Schumacher, who topped the times in both sessions in his Ferrari F2004.
Sauber stands by Villeneuve decision.
Peter Sauber has refuted suggestions that he may have made a mistake signing Jacques Villeneuve for next season, after the Canadian made a low-key return to Formula One at the Chinese Grand Prix.
Consortium 'set to save British Grand Prix.'
The British Grand prix could be set to return to the Formula One calendar with the news that a consortium, which includes 1992 World Champion Nigel Mansell, could have come up with a rescure package.
Brundle, Zanardi signings announced.
Former Formula One favourites Martin Brundle and Alex Zanardi will both launch their much-publicised books in London next week, with fans getting the chance to meet their heroes and get their copies signed.
Webber gets 'new' Jag in Japan.
Mark Webber has been confirmed at the wheel of the revised Jaguar-Cosworth R5b-06 at this weekend's Japanese Grand Prix, as the team seeks a high point on which to end its involvement with the top flight.
Renault and Oxfam team up for charity auction.
For the third year in succession, the Renault F1 Team is joining forces with Oxfam, the international development charity, to raise money for its work around the world. The team is providing unique items, including overalls and car parts, which will be auctioned online.
Panis' career to end early.
Barring unforeseen circumstances between the Japanese and Brazilian grands prix, Olivier Panis' long Formula One career will halt after race number 158, the Frenchman having agreed to stand down from the Brazilian GP in favour of a revised Toyota line-up of Jarno Trulli and Ricardo Zonta.
Let's have London and Silverstone, says mayor.
London mayor Ken Livingstone is continuing to pursue the opportunity of staging a grand prix on the streets of 'his' city - but reckons that a London race can co-exist with the established British Grand Prix at Silverstone.
Minardi celebrate a win in China.
Minardi boss, Paul Stoddart was celebrating a win at the weekend, after Minardi Team Asia's Indonesian driver Moreno Soeprapto took his first win in the Formula BMW Asian championship at the Grand Prix support event in Shanghai.
Pantano exit could go to court.
Giorgio Pantano's early release by the Jordan team could be contested in court, the Italian's management company has confirmed.
Michelin: Kimi could have won for us...
Michelin boss, Pierre Dupasquier reckons that the Chinese Grand Prix could have been won by Kimi Raikkonen, had the Finn got ahead at the start, and not been 'held up' by eventual winner, Rubens Barrichello.