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Does Gascoyne release signal Hamidy to Jordan?
The news that Jordan technical boss Mike Gascoyne has been released by the Silverstone team to join Benetton has led to further speculation that renowned Arrows aerodynamicist Eghbal Hamidy will join Jordan earlier than expected.
Mansell set for F1 comeback.
Reports in Japan this weekend suggest that 1992 world champion Nigel Mansell will make a comeback to the grand prix scene next season....at the wheel of the Orange Arrows two-seater.
F1 2001 calendar confirmed.
The FIA World Council met in Seville yesterday [Wednesday] and, amongst other business, approved that latest version of next year's World Championship calendar.
2001 United States GP tickets selling fast.
Race day general admission tickets for the 2001 United States Grand Prix have already sold out. However access to the Sunday can still be secured through the 3 day combined tickets. Seating is also still available for general admission on Friday and Saturday.
Verstappen faces assault charge.
Jos Verstappen has joined the short list of grand prix drivers to find themselves in the dock, after being accused of with causing grievous bodily harm.
Mazzacane mocks Hakkinen.
Perennial backmarker Gaston Mazzacane has hit out at Mika Hakkinen's apparent arrogance, after the Finn said he had expected the Minardi driver to move over for him at Indianapolis.
Magny-Cours test - 25-27 September.
Two ends of the Formula One spectrum met in testing at Magny-Cours this week, as Prost and McLaren made use of the French venue prior to the Japanese Grand Prix next weekend.
Mugello test - 26-28 September.
The Sauber team completed three days of testing at the Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello today [Thursday], and with it its preparation for next weekend's Japanese GP at Suzuka.
Jaguar confirms Scheckter appointment.
Jaguar Racing has announced that 20-year old South African Tomas Scheckter will take up the role of development driver for the 2001 season.
USGP a 'success'.
The first United States Grand Prix for nine years has been heralded a success by those involved, with plaudits received from the organisers, drivers and fans alike.
Prost loses Gauloises backing.
Just days after securing a deal to use Ferrari engines next season, Alain Prost has discovered that he will have to find another title sponsor.
Minardi mechanic injured.
Both Minardi drivers had difficulty finding their pit markers at Indianapolis but, for Gaston Mazzacane, the problem could have potentially lethal consequences after his car hit one of his mechanics.
Post-race press conference - US Grand Prix.
Q: Michael, congratulations on a dream result for you and for Ferrari. After the emotions of Monza, how do you feel to have won in front of the biggest-ever Formula 1 crowd?
Indianapolis Q&A: Mika Hakkinen.
Mika Hakkinen heads into the first USGP for nine years at the head of the world championship, and seemingly on course for a third title in as many years.
Villeneuve plays down Green rumours.
Jacques Villeneuve claims to know nothing about the stories linking his former CART boss to a role with British American Racing next year.
Williams finally signs Montoya.
In an announcement even less surprising than Jaguar's unveiling of Bobby Rahal as team boss, Williams today revealed that reigning CART champion Juan Pablo Montoya will partner Ralf Schumacher in 2001.
Pedro to get the go-ahead.
Pedro de la Rosa has shown remarkably few ill-effects from his somersault at Monza, and should be fit enough to race at Indianapolis this weekend.
Indianapolis Q&A: Fisichella and Wurz.
In common with the majority of their peers, Benetton drivers Giancarlo Fisichella and Alex Wurz will be racing at Indianapolis for the first time this weekend.
Bobby Rahal - biography.
Bobby Rahal developed an impressive record in his 17 years of championship car racing - three PPG CART World Series championships, 24 career wins, 18 pole positions, 265 career starts and over $16million earnings.
Fast Eddie makes debut on Broadway.
Eddie Irvine made his debut on Broadway today - at the wheel of the Jaguar R1 Formula One car.
Protracted Monza enquiry likely.
Although all cars involved in last weekend's fatal Italian Grand Prix accident have been returned to their teams, it still seems likely that the investigation into Paolo Ghislimberti's death will drag on.
Mugello test - day three: 15 September.
Sauber, Ferrari and McLaren all returned to Mugello after a day off to remember fallen marshal Paolo Ghislimberti, but there was little change in the running order.
Testing ban likely for 2001.
Although measures do not go as far as some wanted, there will be a reduction in grand prix testing next season.
Estoril test - day three: 13 September.
Williams and Benetton wrapped the first stage of their pre-Indianapolis testing in Portugal this afternoon [Wednesday].