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Formula One's governing body FIA has promised to launch an inquiry after the ugly face of Spanish racism reared its head once again at the Circuit de Catalunya on two Sundays ago.
Images of a fan wearing a McLaren-Mercedes shirt, with his face blacked-up, bore clear echoes of the scenes that took place in winter testing last February, when Lewis Hamilton suffered racist abuse from a section of supporters.
While the incident was in isolation – with just one offender witnessed on the day out of nearly 100,000 spectators – millions of viewers saw the incident during the BBC's live television coverage.
While that was the overriding opinion from paddock-goers, questions are sure to be asked of the circuit and of Spanish sport in general.
A website featuring more than 16,000 messages using racist terms were posted on a Spanish website before the Brazilian Grand Prix last autumn, while England's footballers were subjected to racist chants during a friendly against Spain at Real Madrid's Bernabeu in 2004.
The same year former Spanish coach Luis Aragones was fined more than £2,000 for making racist remarks about former Arsenal player Thierry Henry, whom ironically, now plays for FC Barcelona.
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by posting this article, i am in no way implying that all/most Spanish citizens are racist. I love Barcelona. however, there is a small, tasteless minority in Spain that ironically, only aim their racism at opposing teams with black players, while unknowingly offending their own team's black players. there are idiots everywhere, some more politically correct than others.Formula One's governing body FIA has promised to launch an inquiry after the ugly... more
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Engineers build green F3 car with a body made from vegetable products, and powered by a chocolate-based biofuel.Engineers build green F3 car with a body made from vegetable products, and powered by... more
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Australian Grand Prix winner Jenson Button is also a champion when it comes to bedding beautiful ladies!
The randy Brit spent the day after his Melbourne victory relaxing on the beach with his model girlfriend, drinking beer and eating fish and chips.
He had scored an amazing victory for Brawn GP in the first Formula 1 race of the season on Sunday – and then tackled some more curves in the shape of sexy underwear model Jessica Michibata.
For the full story and photos of the star and his beautiful women head to BILD.comAustralian Grand Prix winner Jenson Button is also a champion when it comes to bedding... more
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AMIDST THE WORLD’S BIGGEST BIKER PARTY, THREE DRIVEN BUILDERS RACE AN IMPOSSIBLE DEADLINE TO CREATE AN OUTRAGEOUS CUSTOM MOTORCYCLE FOR CHARITY, IN PIRATE BIKE BUILD.
Sturgis, South Dakota…. A town that erupts each summer in a bacchanalia of high-octane motorcycle mania. Hard-core outlaw bikers rub shoulders with leather-clad attorneys, all drawn by a common love of hot chrome and the open road.
As you stroll the rows of artisans, mechanics, and vendors filling the streets, you could imagine assembling an entire bike from parts scrounged, traded, borrowed, and bartered.
This year, a team of driven bike builders did just that…AMIDST THE WORLD’S BIGGEST BIKER PARTY, THREE DRIVEN BUILDERS RACE AN IMPOSSIBLE... more
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According to an unnamed spokesperson for Honda, Branson is in discussions, along with other unknown interested parties, to purchase the erstwhile Formula 1 team that was formerly part of a factory-backed effort from the Japanese automaker.According to an unnamed spokesperson for Honda, Branson is in discussions, along with... more
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The 26-year-old from Wisconsin is on the list of possible candidates to join the American USF1 team which is hoping to take part in F1 races from 2010.
"She's great. She gets a lot of press," USF1 technical director Ken Anderson said about the sexy brunette.
Formula 1 has been hit by the financial crisis and a headline-grabbing star might be just what the sport needs.
Danica has driven in the American Indy Car series and last year became the first woman to win a race.The 26-year-old from Wisconsin is on the list of possible candidates to join the... more
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Rapper Bow Wow brings up proof that he owns his Lamborghini slamming the rumors that his ride was rented. He goes on to tell S.O.D.'s Arab the following, "Watch your boyfriend mayne. Have him on suicide watch.”Rapper Bow Wow brings up proof that he owns his Lamborghini slamming the rumors that... more
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According to dw-world.de (Deutche Welle), Germany would not be hosting the 2010 Grand Prix due to financial reasons, it would be the first time since 1960 they would've dropped the event. Look at the link above to find out more...According to dw-world.de (Deutche Welle), Germany would not be hosting the 2010 Grand... more
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Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton talks to BILD "Brazil was the most intensive race of my life!"
By Dorothea Jantschke and Frank Schneider
The grin on Lewis Hamilton's face as he enters the Hilton Hotel in Sao Paolo is enormous despite it being 11.30 on a Monday morning - and well it should be for the new Formula 1 world champion.
At 23, the McLaren-Mercedes star is the youngest ever title winner following Sunday's dramatic Brazilian Grand Prix, where he overtook Timo Glock on the last lap to secure enough points. He told BILD what a crazy time it had been since then.
To read the interview and see photos of Lewis Hamilton go to BILD.comFormula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton talks to BILD "Brazil was the most... more
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Ferrari will review its participation in Formula One if plans to introduce a standard engine for all teams from 2010 goes ahead.
Formula One's governing body, the International Automobile Federation (FIA), said earlier this month it intended to bring in the rule to save costs.
But the Ferrari board struck a blow against the move in a statement on Monday.
"The board of Ferrari, confirming its full support for the substantial and necessary reduction in costs starting with engines, has however expressed strong reservations about the project to equalise or standardise engines," the statement said.
"The board reserves the right to consider, together with our partners, our presence in this discipline."
Double haul
Ferrari, controlled by Italian car firm Fiat, won last year's world constructors' championship and their driver Kimi Raikkonen took the individual title.
His teammate Felipe Massa is in the running for this season's title, with the final Grand Prix taking place in Brazil on Sunday.
He trails McLaren's championship leader Lewis Hamilton by seven points.
The FIA issued a statement before this month's Chinese Grand Prix announcing a tender for "a third-party supplier of engines and transmission systems" to be used by all teams in 2010, 2011 and 2012.
Cost slashing
The body has argued that the costs of Formula One are unsustainable in the current economic climate and must be slashed to ensure none of the 10 teams leave the sport.
But Ferrari 's board are not impressed with the standard engine idea.
"The (board) felt that such a move would detract from the entire raison d'etre of a sport with which Ferrari has been involved continuously since 1950, a raison d'etre based principally on competition and technology development," the statement read.
Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone has backed the FIA's standard engine proposal and rejected suggestions that it might push some manufacturers towards the exit.
"I don't see why (manufacturers) should leave, we're saving them an awful lot of money I hope. All the technical things will still be there, they can show all of their talent," he said this month.
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18 year old Gary Whitehurst says he choose to make the long commute to an Automotive Institute for the opportunity to further his passion for cars. He felt mentally at a dead end. He yearned for a certification “under his hood”.
Being a self-taught professional automotive technician, Gary wanted to learn more about Automotive Diagnostic Trouble Shooting(ADTS).
Gary is currently enrolled in the T-TEN (Toyota Technical Education Network) program.
The T-TEN program offers students the opportunity to train and work in a Toyota or Lexus dealership. This 2-year program combines theory, hands-on work, and live shop work in order to give the student the most up-to-date training available. Students train on the latest Toyota products and equipment. After graduating with an Associates in Applied Science degree in Automotive Technology, students continue to pursue their career as an automotive technician at the sponsoring dealership.
18 year old Gary Whitehurst says he choose to make the long commute to an Automotive... more
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For a driver with a five point lead going into the last two races of the Formula 1 season, Lewis Hamilton is under a lot of pressure.
Rivals and critics alike are eagerly looking for signs that the 23-year-old McLaren-Mercedes driver is choking as the championship battle reaches its climax - can he handle it?
Four days before the penultimate race in Shanghai on Sunday, the driver everyone is watching - who is seeing Pussycat Dolls singer Nicole Scherzinger - talked to BILD.
BILD: Many of your fellow drivers complain about your style of driving. Does all the criticism affect you?
Hamilton: None of the criticism affects me. The other drivers on the track are hardcore competitors. When you’re going for the world title, and are in the lead like I am, then your rivals will try and put as much pressure on you as possible, both on and off the track.
BILD: Has your driving become too aggressive?
Hamilton: I don’t think I’m aggressive but I do drive passionately. Normally I don’t drive into other cars. Felipe [Massa] drove into mine on Sunday. He damaged my car on the chance that he might score points and he did. But that’s already ancient history.
BILD: Are you going to change your driving style?
Hamilton: I am always working on my style. Racing in Japan, I noticed some really intense manoeuvres by some of the other drivers. That’s what makes Formula 1 what it is: we are always operating at full throttle. That’s what makes the sport so interesting for me.
Click the link for the whole interview...For a driver with a five point lead going into the last two races of the Formula 1... more
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Valentino Rossi claimed his sixth world title by winning Sunday's Japanese MotoGP at Motegi. The Italian needed just one point to secure his latest triumph but made sure with his fifth straight victory to claim his first world title since 2005.Valentino Rossi claimed his sixth world title by winning Sunday's Japanese MotoGP... more
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Taylor Earnhardt, 19 year old daughter of deceased racing legend Dale Earnhardt Sr., unveiled a collectible car that honors her father and film legend John Wayne. The Texas Motor Speedway promotion was announced in the Stockyard on Thursday.Taylor Earnhardt, 19 year old daughter of deceased racing legend Dale Earnhardt Sr.,... more
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Spurs are the latest club to sign up to a new motorsport series, following the likes of Roma, AC Milan and Seville.
A number of the world's best football teams, from around the world, have entered teams in the new championship.Spurs are the latest club to sign up to a new motorsport series, following the likes... more
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Racewars is a new Social Network for Fans of Motorsports and Racing.
The side is still a BETA, but will provide alot of cool features, soon.Racewars is a new Social Network for Fans of Motorsports and Racing.
The side is... more
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The patented video game system, iOpener Media is developing sucks in real-time GPS data from racing events and pumps it out to compatible games consoles and PCs
Sounds like a great way to spend Sunday.
The patented video game system, iOpener Media is developing sucks in real-time GPS... more
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Scott Beale's photos and videos from the only event that mixes the thrill of racing events with power tools. I caught some of the action at Maker Faire, and if you haven't had a chance to join in the fun, you should.Scott Beale's photos and videos from the only event that mixes the thrill of... more
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Danica Patrick of Andretti Green Racing, in her 50th start in the series, won the Bridgestone Indy Japan 300 race on Sunday, April 20, 2008 on the 1.5 mile oval track is at Twin Ring Motegi, North-east of Tokyo. She is the first female to win an IndyCar race. After three years on the circuit, the 26-year-old finally got the breakthrough win that has eluded her until now.Danica Patrick of Andretti Green Racing, in her 50th start in the series, won the... more
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We caught up with Lisa Klassen at Drift Day Comp 2. She is recently known as the rally girl gone drift.We caught up with Lisa Klassen at Drift Day Comp 2. She is recently known as the rally... more
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