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In a continuing series, Steve Dean dissects some recent quotes from the F1 community to try and understand what the F1 players are really trying to say.  Sometimes there's more than meets the eye.  Story

Michael Schumacher won a dramatic Malaysian Grand Prix after Ferrari's clever tire strategy while the safety car was out stood him in good stead. A sudden downpour soon after the start saw the cars dive into the pits for wet tires and the two Ferraris queued, one behind the other, for over a minute.  Both emerged on intermediate, rather than wet tires, and as the track dried stormed through the field to take a strong lead. The end of the race saw only 14 cars left on track with a top six of M Schumacher, Barrichello, Coulthard, Frentzen, R Schumacher, Hakkinen. Story | Post Race Press Conference | Grid | Pole Press Conference

Jarno Trulli gave Honda an encouraging start to the Malaysian Grand Prix by recording the fastest time in Friday's free practice session. His Benson & Hedges Jordan Honda team-mate Heinz-Harald Frentzen finished the session seventh fastest while Lucky Strike Reynard BAR Honda's Olivier Panis and Jacques Villeneuve posted ninth and 11th fastest times overall to complete a solid day's work for the Honda quartet.  
Story | Friday Press Conference

Ferrari Rubens Barrichello led both hour-long Friday practice sessions in Melbourne, ending the day with a 1:28.965/133.339mph lap that smashed not only last year’s pole-position lap (1:30.556, Mika Hakkinen) but the all-time fastest qualifying lap at Melbourne’s Albert Park circuit (1:29.369, Jacques Villeneuve, 1997).  No doubt the tire war is responsible for this alarming increase in speed already.  The day ended with three-time and reigning World Champion Michael Schumacher completely missing a corner and rolling his Ferrari twice in a horrific-looking accident.  He emerged unscathed.  Practice Times | Friday Press

Steve Dean dissects some recent quotes from the F1 community to try and understand what the F1 players are really trying to say.  Sometimes there's more than meets the eye.  Story

BAR Honda: Jacques Villeneuve (JV), Olivier Panis (OP), Craig Pollock (CP)
Jordan Honda Jarno Trulli (JT), Heinz-Harald Frentzen (HHF), Eddie Jordan (EJ). Story

I'm totally getting away from myself, here, but what the heck, the Formula One season hasn't started yet. I'm free to choose how and when I cook my meals. As of this current moment, my dish is the US Grand Prix. It's been awhile since I've taken out my pots and pans, so I must start slow. Indianapolis is the main course I have in mind. So allow me to stretch out and warm-up.  Story

Honda's 2001 challenge begins in earnest next weekend as the new Formula One season gets underway with the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne (March 2-4). The start of an exciting new era will see Honda, the world's largest engine manufacturer, supply two teams with identical specification 'works' engines. Story

Steve Dean dissects some recent quotes from the F1 community to try and understand what the F1 players are really trying to say, and to try and predict what the F1 season ahead has in store for us.  Story

With the unanimous agreement of the competing teams, the World Motor Sport Council approved the following changes to the Formula One Technical and Sporting Regulations.  Story

Everyone always says the good times go by in a flash. By the time we realize the fun we've had, it's over. It's one of life's cruel ironies. Perhaps it is a natural check and balance of life. Too much of a good thing throws everyday life into chaos. Maybe that is the logic--maybe, but to me, it seems rather cold.  Story

This is the weekly update put out by the FIA that summarizes each F1 team's activities for the past week.  Story  

This is the weekly update put out by the FIA that summarizes each F1 team's activities for the past week.  Story  

This is the weekly update put out by the FIA that summarizes each F1 team's activities for the past week.  Story  

The West McLaren Mercedes Formula One team revealed their 2001 Formula One World Championship challenger, the MP4-16, this morning at the Valencia circuit in Spain. The unveiling took place in front of more than 500 media, team Partners and VIP guests prior to the car's first run of the day with David Coulthard at the wheel.  Story  

The Mild Seven Benetton Renault Sport team today presented their challenger for the 2001 season, the B201, in one of the most spectacular locations in the world: St Mark’s Square, Venice.  Story  

This is the weekly update put out by the FIA that summarizes each F1 team's activities for the past week.  Story  

The Honda powered BAR and Jordan teams continued their extensive testing programs in preparation for the start of the 2001 Formula One season.  Story  

More than 1,500 people attended the unveiling of Ferrari's 2001 challenger on Monday. What they saw was a car which differs substantially to previous efforts thanks in part to FIA's new regulations on safety and aerodynamics.  Story  

The FW23 was unveiled today at Silverstone, home of the British Grand Prix, on 27th January 2001. Under the direction of Patrick Head the latest WilliamsF1 chassis was designed by a team led by Geoff Willis, Chief Aerodynamicist and Gavin Fisher, Chief Designer.  Story  

This is the weekly update put out by the FIA that summarizes each F1 team's activities for the past week.  Story  

Craig Pollack: "While last year was a big improvement on our debut season, I am still not happy finishing 5th in the Constructors'' Championship. Our aim in 2001 has to be at least a third place finish overall and to win some races - and with the team and infrastructure we now have in place, that is achievable and that is what I want."  Story  

Nick Heidfeld (Germany) and Kimi Räikkönen (Finland) completed a successful rollout of the new RED BULL SAUBER PETRONAS C20 in Fiorano, Scuderia Ferrari´s team home track in Italy. The C20 is an all-new contender, fully optimized for the new technical regulations introduced by the FIA for the 2001 Formula One World Championship season.  Story  

Olivier Panis

Jacques Villeneuve

Here is the weekly Formula 1 news round-up as provided by the FIA.  Story  

The media launch of the Jordan Honda EJ11 on Tuesday (16 January) signaled the official start of the exciting new partnership between Honda and Jordan Grand Prix. At the launch, attended by the world's media at the team's Silverstone headquarters, Eddie Jordan cited the arrival of 'works' Honda power as a crucial element as his team aims to bounce back from a disappointing season in 2000. Story  

Every year I wait anxiously for the new AUTOCOURSE Annual to be published.  When it comes to documenting a Formula One season, the folks at Hazelton Publishing do it best.  AUTOCOURSE has no equal, and this years 2000-2001, 304- page, 50th anniversary edition, once again raises the bar by which all other auto racing annuals are measured. The incredible color photographs jump right out of the page at you.  The only thing missing is the sound. Story  

Honda's new partnership with Jordan Grand Prix was unveiled today (Tuesday) at the official media launch of Jordan Honda's 2001 Formula 1 challenger. The all-new EJ11 will be powered by Honda's advanced RA001E V10 3-litre engine, heralding the start of a long-term relationship between the world's largest engine manufacturer and the Silverstone-based team. Story  

Honda's preparations for the 2001 Formula 1 season began in earnest this week with the first running of the new RA001E engine. BAR Honda's new recruit Olivier Panis was at the wheel of the BAR Honda 003 at Silverstone on Wednesday (10 January) and the Frenchman completed 37 laps of the Northamptonshire Grand Prix circuit. Story  

Jaguar Racing today unveiled its new Formula One car for the 2001 FIA Formula One World Championship. The Jaguar R2 was launched at Jaguar's design and engineering center at Whitley, Coventry, in the UK.  Story  

Honda (UK) today (Thursday) unveiled a new competitor for the 2001 Honda Formula 4-stroke Race Series in the form of Jordan Honda, at the London International Boat Show. To complement its new relationship with the mighty engine manufacturer in Formula 1, the Silverstone-based Formula 1 team has taken up the challenge of the seas and embarked upon a full season of powerboat racing in this most competitive of championships. Story  

Because of environmentalist group pressure, the backside of the Hockenheimring, through the forest section, is off-limits to most spectators during race weekend.  This limits attendance to about 83,000.  The organizers are planning a shorter circuit that will seat over 100,000 Story  

FERRARI: TESTS FOR BADOER AND BARRICHELLO -(1st-170 points) Ferrari ran this week at Barcelona, initially with Luca Badoer after which Rubens Barrichello took over for two days while Badoer returned to Fiorano. In Spain, the team concentrated on evaluating tires while in Fiorano Badoer focused on electronic and mechanical work. "The new car will differ from the F2000," said Ferrari President Luca di Montezemolo, "partly because of us, partly for the new regulations."  Story  

It was a typical hot and dusty Sunday in Monza, Italy for the start of the 48th Italian Grand Prix. Crowds of overzealous Italians, waving "Forza Ferrari" flags, were lining the track and arguing with the gate workers to gain access to the paddock. The workers and their K-9's were able to keep the spirited fans in check. The race in Monza typically starts late in the day, a little after three o'clock. Although a late day qualifying charge by James Hunt on Saturday meant a McLaren was starting on the pole instead of a Ferrari, but Carlos Reutemann driving a Ferrari managed to nail down the number two spot, meaning the Italian fans were smelling blood.  Story  

Mario Andretti today announced the launch of AndrettiMotorsports.com, a web site dedicated to fantasy auto racing games. Andretti Motorsports will allow race fans to form and manage their own fantasy CART, NASCAR, or F1 team(s) and compete head-to-head with thousands of other race fans around the world for the chance to win big cash and prizes.  Story  

Michael Schumacher was too much for David Coulthard as the world champion triumphed in a close battle with the Scot to take victory in the Malaysian Grand Prix.   It also meant that the legendary Italian team wrapped up the constructors’ championship for the second year in a row. Full story (AP) | Results | Post-Race Quotes | Weekend Recap | Post Race Press Conf.

Michael Schumacher took victory at Suzuka to secure Ferrari's first Driver's Championship for 21 years. The German recovered from a lackluster start which allowed Hakkinen to take the lead, to overtake his championship rival in the second round of pitstops. Mika Hakkinen came home in second place while teammate David Coulthard took the final podium position in what was an uneventful race for the Scot. Full Story | Results | Post-Race Press Conference | Qualifying story (Planet F1) | Qual. Times | Circuit | Post-Qualifying press conference

In what is thought to have been the largest crowd ever for a Formula One race, Michael Schumacher delighted the thousands of fans that crammed themselves into the Brickyard on Sunday, taking the inaugural F1 race win at Indianapolis. Barrichello's second place completed a near-perfect weekend for Ferrari and secured their second one-two finish in two races. Heinz-Harald Frentzen hung on to third position, despite increasing pressure from fourth-place man Jacques Villeneuve. 
Full story | Post Race Quotes | Mario has no regrets in Indy return
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Three-time Championship Auto Racing Teams (CART) champion Bobby Rahal has accepted an offer from Ford Motor Company to become CEO of Jaguar Racing, the company's Formula One racing team effective December 1. "I now turn my attention to a wonderful opportunity, an opportunity to help a valued business partner, Ford establish a premier international racing program.  
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Monza: Schumacher wins, Fire Marshall dies
 by Becky Smith

Ferrari's Michael Schumacher has won the Italian GP to the delight of the Tifosi, however, a major accident on the opening lap led to the death of a Fire Marshall when he was struck by flying debris. Full story by Becky Smith
Full Pre-Race story by Becky Smith

Mika Hakkinen wins Belgian GP at Spa

 by Becky Smith

In an ever-impressive race at Spa-Francorchamps, Mika Hakkinen took his second successive race win and extended his lead in the driver's championship to six points. Michael Schumacher is still in the title race after coming home in second, whilst Ralf Schumacher made it an excellent day for the German family, completing the podium in third.  Full Story | Results

For those of you who plan on attending this years US Grand Prix or any other F1 race, Brad Allen, our Formula One correspondent, provided us with this 2000 F1 Spotter's Guide.  You can access it here or from our Teams & Drivers Page above.

In the most anticipated announcement of the season, Jenson Button has confirmed that he will be leaving the Williams team.  With the news that Ralf Schumacher's teammate will not be announced until the US Grand Prix, there can be little doubt that CART driver Juan Montoya will be in F1 next year. Full Story

The Hungarian Grand Prix will not be remembered as the most exciting race of the year but it could turn out to be the major turning point in the 2000 championship.  In a race he dominated from the first corner, Mika Hakkinen took the lead in the driver's championship, relegating Michael Schumacher to second place for the first time this season. Full Story

Johnny Herbert was in Michigan this weekend looking for a Champ Car ride for 2001.  We had a roundtable discussion with him on a large variety of topics.  Go to our interviews page. He talks with Mark Blundell at right.

Much has been made about CART, about its leadership struggles, about its plunge in the motorsports totem pole compared to NASCAR, about a lot of things. Perhaps foremost is the series' lack of identity. In an insightful piece at Autoracing1.com, R. Eric Davis notes that as a fan, "I don't really know where CART is going at this point."  This is a big issue for CART.  NASCAR has its issues too. Story  

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