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New Phoenix announcement due today.
According to press rumours, Charles Nickerson's Phoenix Finance operation is scheduled to release further information regarding a possible Formula One entry later today [Friday].
Alesi completes McLaren test.
Recently 'retired' Formula One driver Jean Alesi has concluded his 'one-off' run with the West McLaren Mercedes team that came about as a result of his signing with the German engine supplier to race its DTM cars this year.
Sarrazin debuts in Paul Ricard test.
Recently announced test driver Stephane Sarrazin got his first taste of the Panasonic Toyota TF102 in a two-day session at Paul Ricard in the South of France this week.
Renault concludes successful Silverstone test.
The Mild Seven Renault F1 team today [Thursday] completed testing at the Silverstone circuit in England with test driver Fernando Alonso cocluding his first real solo test for the French squad.
Blundell to combine racing and media in 2002.
Former F1 driver Mark Blundell announced his motorsport plans for 2002 over the weekend, with a line up which combines racing and media.
VW behind Prost buyout?
Recent speculation has placed German car manufacturer Volkswagen as being behind the mysterious buyout of Prost's place on the F1 grid.
Schumacher appeals for sense at start.
Michael Schumacher has played down speculation that further wet weather in Melbourne could lead to an accident-strewn Australian Grand Prix - but also called for his fellow drivers to be sensible at the start.
Both Arrows disqualified.
A bizarre Australian Grand Prix took another twist inside 25 laps when both OrangeArrows entries received black flags.
Prost cars sold - but not the company.
The on-going wrangle between team owners Paul Stoddart and Tom Walkinshaw over the assets of the defunct Prost Grand Prix team took another twist with the release of a statement from the liquidator appointed to oversee the closure of the team.
Alan Jones has bi thoughts as he declines to race.
"Control to driver: be advised we have adjusted your traction control. Please acknowledge." That's the message Juan Pablo Montoya could be receiving this weekend.
Win a Jaguar Racing F1 car with F1 Digital+...
For the first time - a Formula One fan can win their own current F1 car. The Jaguar R3 driven by Eddie Irvine will be presented to one F1 fan at the end of this season in a competition run by new TV channel F1 Digital + with Jaguar Racing.
Fisichella heads Honda foursome.
Giancarlo Fisichella [Jordan-Honda] finished ninth fastest to head the Honda quartet in today's free practice session for the Australian Grand Prix at Albert Park.
Travelex joins Toyota for grand prix debut.
As it gears up for its first Grand Prix, the Panasonic Toyota Racing team has signed a sponsorship agreement with global foreign exchange specialist Travelex.
Blundell's View: Australian Grand Prix and 2002.
Hi everybody, welcome to 2002 and the new Formula One season which gets under way this weekend... Well first up looking ahead to 2002 in general I would anticipate that you're going to see the same people winning as last year.
Australian GP preview - statistics and trivia.
The Australian Grand Prix is one of the most popular venues on the F1 World Championship calendar - here you can find out everything you need to know from track records to the best places to eat and a lot, lot more...
OrangeArrows A23 - technical specifications.
The lowdown on OrangeArrows' latest Formula One contender, launched at Albert Park, Melbourne, Australia on Wednesday 27 February 2002. Arrows A23 - chassis specifications:
Arrows launches in Melbourne.
The OrangeArrows team today became the last to unveil its 2002 contender, when the wraps officially came off the A23 in Albert Park, Melbourne.
ratiopharm to sponsor Toyota Racing.
Panasonic Toyota Racing has today announced that it has signed a sponsorship agreement with the global pharmaceuticals company ratiopharm GmbH. The agreement sees ratiopharm become the "official health partner" of the Panasonic Toyota Racing team.
Manufacturers monitor Kirch price.
Despite continuing to press ahead with their rival grand prix series, the major motor manufacturers involved in Formula One have admitted to keeping an eye on the situation with rights holder Kirch.
Broadcast talent confirmed for <I>F1 Digital+</I>.
F1 Digital + has confirmed its line-up of broadcasters for the first live interactive Grand Prix coverage. The broadcast team offers a wealth of television and motorsport experience with:
Michelin backs down in tyre row.
Michelin has confirmed that it will 'play by the rules' at this weekend's season opening Formula One grand prix in Melbourne.
Bridgestone to stay within 'spirit of the rules'.
Bridgestone Motorsport has today released a statement "wishing to clarify its position on tyres for the 2002 Australian Grand Prix following speculation in the media during recent days."
Australian GP preview - Jaguar Racing.
Jaguar Racing's 2002 campaign kicks off in earnest this week with the opening round of the FIA Formula One World Championship, the Qantas Australian Grand Prix.
Pre-Australian GP testing update: team by team.
All the Formula One teams completed their pre-season testing last week. Find out what each team was up to in the build up to the opening grand prix of 2002 - the Australian GP: Ferrari - Old car for Melbourne: