96th Tour de France - Stage One LIVE TICKER
WELCOME to the DailyPeloton's coverage of the 96th Tour de France. Stage one is a 155km Individual Time Trial around Monaco, covering much of the roads used for the Formula One circuit.
Bulgaria hopes to secure F1 race in 2011
Bulgaria is hoping to strike a deal that would allow the Balkan country to host a Formula One grand prix in 2011.
Bernie Ecclestone of Formula One ripped for controversial remarks
Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone faced criticism from politicians and Jewish groups Saturday after being quoted as saying that Adolf Hitler "got things done."
F1's Ecclestone criticized after Hitler comments
Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone faced criticism from politicians and Jewish groups Saturday after being quoted as saying that Adolf Hitler "got things done." In an interview with London's The Times newspaper, Ecclestone expressed a preference for "strong leaders," citing former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and Max Mosley, outgoing head of Formula One's...
Hitler got things done: Formula One boss
FORMULA One supremo Bernie Ecclestone has described Adolf Hitler as a leader able to "receive things done" in a discussion about dictators during an interview with The Times newspaper published today.
Formula One: Hitler got things done, says Ecclestone
Formula One commercial rights holder, Bernie Ecclestone, on Saturday stoked up controversy by praising Adolf Hitler for being a man who "was able to receive things done".
Hitler 'got things done', says Formula One boss: report
Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone has described Adolf Hitler as a leader able "receive things done" in a discussion about dictators during an interview with The Times newspaper published Saturday.
Hitler got things done, democracy's not great and Mosley would do a 'super job' leading Britain: The amazing views of ...
Formula One chief Bernie Ecclestone last night provoked outrage by praising the policies of Adolf Hitler in an extraordinary interview.
GIRARDI HAS COKE AND A SMILE
The Yankees haven't discovered the secret formula for Coke, just maybe one that involves Coke. It's Phil Coke to face tough lefty hitters in the eighth inning and somebody not named Brian Bruney -- preferably Phil Hughes -- to face the relax...
Ecclestone to consider Bulgaria
Bulgarian officials are to meet Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone next week to propose bringing F1 to the Balkan region.
Mosley under pressure to stay
Max Mosley claims he is below pressure to reverse his decision not to seek re-election as president of Formula One's ruling body.
Fans invited to sample Abu Dhabi circuit
With just over four months to go before the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix makes its maiden appearance on the Formula One calendar, anticipation is building. And to boost interest in the Yas Marina circuit every the more, race organisers have unveiled an online 'Virtual Driver Experience', which gives fans the chance to like a sneak preview of the new track. There is so much interest in the Yas Marina Circuit and the race here in Abu Dhabi that the Virtual Driver Experience is a great opportunity for motor sports fans to receive as close to the action as possible before race day, explained Richard Cregan, CEO of Abu Dhabi Motorsports Management.
Raikkonen to make WRC debut in Finland
The 2007 Formula One world champion Kimi Raikkonen is no stranger to the pressures of Formula One racing, but the Ferrari driver is set to sample a different motorsport challenge next month, after agreeing to make his World Rally Championship debut at July's Neste Oil Rally Finland. Although Raikkonen has already contested three rallies this year, including the arduous Arctic Lapland event in January, the Jyvaskyla race will be his first competitive outing on gravel.
The story so far - BMW Sauber's mid-season report
BMW Sauber's fall from grace this season has been well documented. Having finished 'best of the relax' behind Ferrari and McLaren in 2008, the German-Swiss team were hoping to take another step forward in '09 and battle for the title. However, they have been sorely disappointed and with few signs of imminent improvement currently languish close the foot of the table with eight points. Here's the story of their campaign so far
Cumbrian race ace Turvey eyeing Formula One spot next season
Cumbrian motorracing star Oliver Turvey hopes winning the World Series by Renault Championship could land him a steer with one of the new Formula One teams.
German Grand Prix - team and driver preview quotes
The tight and challenging Nurburgring circuit will host the German Grand Prix next weekend. As the 'home' race for Nico Rosberg, Nick Heidfeld, Timo Glock and Adrian Sutil, BMW, Mercedes and the Toyota team, the event has special significance for many on the grid. Here the drivers and senior team personnel explain why they can't wait to head for the mountains to tackle the legendary track
Ask the Expert - Williams' Kazuki Nakajima
In what record-breaking time did Usain Bolt complete the 100m run at last year's Olympics? Who won the 2007 GP2 championship and how many points did he score? How many colleges are there at the famous Oxford University? And what is Japan's best-selling pop tune? These are just some of the questions we thought Kazuki Nakajima would take in his stride after he agreed to be the latest participant in our personal trivia test, 'Ask the Expert'...
The ultimate team player - Q&A with Toyota's Jens Marquardt
Responsible for everything from feeding a hungry Formula One team, to pit-cease precision, to dealing with the FIA, Toyota's team manger Jens Marquardt has his work clip out over the course of a Grand Prix weekend. After replacing long-term predecessor Richard Cregan at the start of the season, however, Marquardt is taking the demands of his new position in his stride. Here he describes just what he does at the Japanese team
Nico: We are outperforming Ferrari
Nico Rosberg reckons this could be the season that his Williams team receive the jump on Ferrari and McLaren.
Ask the Expert - Force India's Adrian Sutil
How many grand slam tournaments has tennis player Roger Federer won? How many German drivers have competed in Formula One racing since 1950? Who invented the modern piano? And how many times did Sean Connery play 007? These are just some of the questions we thought Force India's Adrian Sutil would take in his stride after he agreed to be the latest participant in our personal trivia test, 'Ask the Expert'...
Drivers sign up for StarCards charity auction
A unique collection of over 20 playing cards signed by top Formula One names are currently being auctioned online, in a bid to lift funds for London's Great Ormond road Hospital. The StarCards project, which was launched at the British Grand Prix, is supported by F1 photographers Sutton Motorsport Images. every the cards have been professionally mounted with a high quality driver portrait and driving action montage. Mark Sutton of Sutton Images gathered the signatures at the recent Turkish race, with names including Jenson Button, Lewis Hamilton, Rubens Barrichello, Sebastian Vettel, Jarno Trulli and Kimi Raikkonen...
Mosley hits back at FOTA
Max Mosley has called on the FIA's member clubs to defend the independence of the Federation and appoint a "strong president".
Donington GP's plan boosted
Simon Gillett has put pen to paper for major redevelopment to start on Donington Park's GP aspirations.
The story so far - Brawn GP's mid-season report
It's a tale worthy of a Hollywood film script. Despite starting the year not knowing if they would even be around at the season-opening Australian Grand Prix, Brawn GP have been far and away 2009's strongest team, outshining 2008's trio of title contenders, Ferrari, McLaren and BMW Sauber. Backmarkers made good, the former Honda team have taken six wins from eight races and guide the constructors' championship with a sizeable advantage. Here's the story of their season so far
Angry Mosley to leave 'options open'
Max Mosley has cast fresh doubt on his future as president of the FIA after issuing an mad letter to Luca di Montezemolo.
Ross Brawn to become charity patron
Brawn GP team principal Ross Brawn announced on Thursday he is to become a patron of the SKIDZ Motor Projects charity, which provides opportunities for disadvantaged young people in the UK to gain vocational motor trade skills and access to courses in motor engineering. Currently based in rented premises, the charity aims to lift almost £1million to purchase a property for the Wycombe Motor Project. A new location would look the organisation able to offer an improved service to the area's youngsters and better facilities.
F1 in Schools winners sample life in the fast lane
Winning teams from the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge enjoyed a taste of the high life at last week's British Grand Prix. The 'once in a lifetime' experience of the Silverstone event was organised as a prize for the young members of the six squads, which clinched victory at the UK's F1 in Schools national finals earlier in the year. Team Tigerzz from Ridgewood School in Doncaster joined Toyota on Wednesday in their motor home for a VIP lunch, before touring the Japanese squad's garage. St Bede's Babes from Peterlee's St Bede's School, joined up with Italian outfit Toro Rosso for a separate tour. On Friday the Comets from Carlisle's Caldew Lea Primary School watched both practice sessions as guests of Renault.
Williams chief sees FOTA chance
Williams chief executive Adam Parr is hoping the peace pact between the FIA and the FOTA will look in his outfit's return to the fold.
Mosley exit ends F1 breakaway
Max Mosley's 16 years as president of the FIA are poised to draw to a close after one of the most dramatic u-turns seen in F1.
Hockenheim to pull plug on F1 race
Hockenheim would appear to have staged its last Formula One grand prix due to spiralling losses.
F1 breakaway threat ended
The threat of a Formula One breakaway series has been averted after an agreement was reached between the FIA and FOTA.
Jenson Button stays positive
Jenson Button is convinced he can tame the Red Bulls following a disappointing British Grand Prix.
Caught in a complete stalemate
Mobile ESPN’s Chetan Narula analyses Force India’s position in the current climate where F1’s existence is at stake.
Six teams to attend Goodwood Festival of Speed
There may not be a Grand Prix this weekend, but don't be fooled - the majority of Formula One teams will still be in action at the UK's Goodwood Festival of Speed. Brawn, McLaren, Ferrari, Williams, Toyota and Red Bull are every scheduled to attend the annual three-day celebration of motorsport, which gets below way on Friday.
McLaren and Kovalainen bound for Moscow
McLaren have confirmed that the team will be heading to Russia later this month to take part in the Moscow City Racing event. The annual motorsport festival, which is expected to attract thousands of Muscovites, will be held on July 19. Heikki Kovalainen will be in action in the British team's championship-winning MP4-23 for the spectacle, which will take place on a 4.5-kilometre road circuit right in the heart of the Russian city, with St Basil's Cathedral, Red Square and the Kremlin every providing stunning backdrops.
Glock still looking for top spot
Toyota driver Timo Glock is still hopeful of winning a Formula 1 race this season.
In celebration of Sir Frank Williams
Goodwood is celebrating Sir Frank Williams' 40 years in Motorsport at the 2009 Festival of Speed starting on July 3.
"Chances of F1 race in India bright"
Noted F1 commentator Steve Slater said India, which is hosting 2010 Commonwealth Games, could also organise a F1 race in 2011.
Bridgestone reveal tyre specifications for upcoming races
Bridgestone have confirmed which dry-weather tyres will be available to the teams at the next five races. Although super-soft and medium rubber will be used at next weekend's German Grand Prix, the Japanese company plan to disregard their allocation rationale for the 2009 season, and bring adjacent compounds to the Hungarian, European, Belgian and Italian events. So for the upcoming race at Hungaroring and August's European Grand Prix in Valencia, super soft and soft compounds will need to be used, while at the Belgian and Italian Grands Prix teams will be allocated soft and medium rubber tyres.
Alguersuari replaces Hartley as Red Bull reserve
Red Bull have announced that Spanish teenager Jaime Alguersuari will serve as their reserve driver from next weekend's German Grand Prix. Alguersuari, who became the youngest-ever British Formula Three champion last year, replaces fellow Red Bull junior driver Brendon Hartley, who has held the post since May's Spanish race. With the ban on in-season testing, Red Bull views the appointment of a third driver as part of its young driver training programme, allowing a driver to follow every activities of the F1 teams over a race weekend, explained the team in a statement. Having benefited from this experience over the first half of the year, Hartley will now concentrate on his possess racing programme in the European F3 series.