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Williams plays down Schumacher's Montoya threat.
Frank Williams has denied that Ralf Schumacher's 'threat' to push team-mate Juan Montoya off the road should they come too close during this weekend's Malaysian Grand Prix is serious.
Bahrain Circuit opens under royal patronage.
His Majesty the King, Shaikh Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa officially opened the Bahrain International Circuit, home of the Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix, yesterday [17 March].
Sinopec to sponsor Chinese Grand Prix.
The China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation - otherwise known as Sinopec - has signed a long-term sponsorship agreement giving the company exclusive rights to sponsor the Chinese Formula One grand prix in Shanghai.
Senna concert to honour Brazilian hero.
Three-time Formula One world champion Ayrton Senna will be the focus of attention this season, which marks the tenth anniversary of his untimely death at the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix.
Schumi: I can't wait for Sepang.
There is nothing like a holiday to celebrate such a great start to the season. Ferrari #1 driver Michael Schumacher spent a week by the sea after Melbourne in the company of his wife and a few friends, among whom his manager Willy Webber.
Malaysian GP preview - Jaguar Racing.
Jaguar Racing makes its way to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, this week to prepare for the second round of the FIA Formula One World Championship. As a result of the extreme humidity of Malaysia most of the team travelled directly from Melbourne to help with acclimatisation.
Stewart and Berger visit Bahrain.
Three times F1 world champion, Sir Jackie Stewart and former grand prix winner, Gerhard Berger both visited the Bahrain International Circuit today [Tuesday], ahead of the official opening tomorrow.
FOM makes new claim to F1 name rights.
Bernie Ecclestone's Formula One Management has renewed its pursuit of exclusive rights to the use of the Formula One and F1 trademarks - and underlined its desire to acquire them by shutting down its own magazine.
Michelin: We thrive on a challenge.
Michelin boss, Pierre Dupasquier has predicted that he expects his six partner teams to 'have tyres capable of winning' next weekend in Malaysia, the second of three Formula One races on as many continents in the opening month of the 2004 season.
Bahrain GP schedule announced.
The schedule of events for the forthcoming Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix was announced today Saturday, March 13th.
Malaysian GP preview - Sauber-Petronas.
Having made a solid start to the 2004 Formula One season at the Australian Grand Prix, the Sauber-Petronas team moves on to what it lovingly calls its 'home' event - the Petronas Malaysian Grand Prix - at Sepang.
Renault signs new deal with Altran.
Renault F1's deputy managing director Bernard Dudot signed a new contract with sponsor/partner Altran in Paris yesterday evening, extending the two companies' relationship for another season.
Q&A: Mike Gascoyne.
Toyota's third Formula One season started in decidedly underwhelming fashion, with two finishes outside of the top ten in Melbourne and, although not responsible for the new TF104, technical director Mike Gascoyne admitted that work needed to be done.
Kavanagh to get Jaguar chance?
Formula One hopeful and EuroBOSS frontrunner Sarah Kavanagh may be on the verge of a grand prix breakthrough with the Jaguar Racing team - provided she can find the necessary backing to guarantee an accompanying Formula Three seat.
Bridgestone wins first battle in 2004 tyre war.
Written off by many during the winter months, Bridgestone bounced back in the strongest possible way by carrying Ferrari to a resounding 1-2 in the Australian Grand Prix.
Christian keeps it clean in debut.
It's not the easiest of things to do, making your F1 debut. This is especially the case if many have ascribed your place in the pitlane to the stack of cash you bring, and if you partner one of the hottest talents in F1.
Qualifying Quotes - Australian Grand Prix.
Michael Schumacher: "The team has done a fantastic job. This car has got great potential, which it showed straight out of the box. I had a very good feeling with it today."
Front row lock-out for Bridgestone.
Bridgestone Motorsport has sent a message to the Formula One paddock that, contra to speculation, it means business in 2004 after securing the front row for the Australian Grand Prix with Ferrari.
B&Q China sponsors Jordan.
B&Q China will sponsor the Jordan Grand Prix team in 2004. This ground-breaking partnership will jointly promote and develop the B&Q and Jordan brands in China.
DC looks to Toyota and Williams for 2005.
McLaren-Mercedes reject David Coulthard has admitted that Toyota or Williams would be a good move in 2005, when Juan Pablo Montoya takes over his drive at the Woking based team.
Jordan and Bahrain promote humanitarian message.
The Jordan Formula One team will be promoting an humanitarian message this year through a tie-up with the Crown Prince of Bahrain.
Bahrain wins race against time.
The finishing touches to the home of the Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix reached a crucial stage today [Friday] when main construction contractor Cebarco officially handed over the circuit keys to the US$150 million Bahrain International Circuit organisation ahead of schedule.
Grip an issue for Williams boys.
Friday free practice for the Australian Grand Prix proved to be difficult for Williams-BMW drivers Ralf Schumacher and Juan Pablo Montoya - not least because the appeared to have little in hand for the pace-setting Ferraris.
MAC Tools steps up involvement with BAR.
Lucky Strike BAR Honda today announced that MAC Tools, previously a supplier to the team, has become an official team partner.