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Ferrari on the pitch with three centre forwards.
A special event looms for Scuderia Ferrari. This time however, it has nothing to do with preparations for a grand prix.
Raikkonen is like Senna, says Rinland.
Former Sauber designer Sergio Rinland has likened rookie sensation Kimi Raikkonen to the late great Ayrton Senna.
Renault select four drivers for '02 RDD programme.
Renault have today announced the four young drivers selected to join the Renault Driver Development programme (RDD) for 2002.
Octagon revamps Silverstone upgrade to save GP.
Octagon Motorsports, the organiser of the British Grand Prix, has revealed alterations to its proposed upgrade of Silverstone, after it emerged that the historic circuit could face the axe from next year's Formula One calendar.
Bain pulling out all the stops to save British GP.
Octagon Motorsports' Chief Executive Rob Bain has promised to do all he can to make sure the British Grand Prix goes ahead in 2002. Last week fresh rumours emerged suggesting Silverstone might lose the race due to difficulties fans experience getting to and from the circuit.
Jumbo deal for European Aviation.
European Minardi F1 chief, Paul Stoddart, has once again bucked so-called "trends" by announcing that his European Aviation company has purchased five Boeing 747-200 aircraft from British Airways and will shortly begin operating them commercially.
Bruni the next to take big step?
Formula Three frontrunner Gianmaria Bruni could be the next driver to miss out F3000 on his way to grands prix, if rumours in the Italian press are to be believed.
Beveridge inquest underway in Australia.
The official inquiry into the death of race marshal Graham Beveridge at this year's Australian Grand Prix has begun with emotional scenes in a Melbourne courthouse.
More Malaysians to follow Yoong into F1?
European-Minardi driver Alex Yoong might not be the only Malaysian driver in F1 in 2002 if Malaysian sports minister Datuk Hishamuddin Hussein gets his way.
Salo is my benchmark, says McNish.
Toyota driver Allan McNish has admitted that Mika Salo has been his 'benchmark' throughout Toyota's testing programme in 2001.
Jordan pays tribute to Harrison.
Jordan Grand Prix boss Eddie Jordan has paid tribute to former Beatle George Harrison who passed away on Thursday. Jordan speaking on his team's website said: "The team and I will miss George because he was a wonderful supporter and he had a great presence and vibe."
Mario Andretti slams Mansell.
1978 F1 World Champion Mario Andretti has launched a scathing attack on his former CART Newman-Hass team-mate Nigel Mansell.
Burti salutes Sir Jackie Stewart.
Ferrari test driver Luciano Burti has paid homage to Sir Jackie Stewart following the news last week that the Scot was knighted at Buckingham palace. Burti worked with Jackie Stewart during his time at Jaguar in 2000 and 2001 and from 1999 when he raced for Paul Stewart Racing.
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?