With four Grand Prix remaining in 2022, Max Verstappen has already claimed his 2nd World Championship crown. Apart from the merest of blips, the Dutch racer has been as imperious, as Ferrari have utterly incompetent. Both elements played their part, but is the real story being played off track? Even from a great distance, one … Continue reading “Truth, Noise, Botox and Formula One”
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“Actions Do Speak Louder Than Words”
Formula One announced today that it has terminated its contract with the Russian Grand Prix promoter. It is a move that not only seals the fate of the final race at Sochi, but also kills the follow-up events at Igora Autodrom. But they did take their time. Following Tuesday’s press release acknowledging decision made during … Continue reading “Actions Do Speak Louder Than Words”
“Cowering Under the Hard Dark Light of Money”
Statements have limited value when they are torn apart by flimsy actions. Or in the case of the FIA’s latest statements, flimsy inaction. At a time when the top rank in motorsport has taken a repeated beating, the FIA’s weak response has been sad and embarrassing. When statements come out on a Friday afternoon, expect … Continue reading “Cowering Under the Hard Dark Light of Money”