An old partnership , new name :- The Senna name returns home

The names Senna and Williams go together like Biscuits and Tea. Nearly 20 years later the two names are reunited. But in the form of Ayrtons nephew Bruno. It has been confirmed that Williams have signed the young Brazilian for the 2012 season which means Formula 1 legend and fellow Brazilian Rubens Barrichello is currently without a drive for next season.           This is huge for not only Bruno but for Formula 1 in general....

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A walk in the park :- How the opening round of the season shapes the championship

24 drivers , 20 circuits , 12 teams , One winner. But it all begins at round one. Melbourne. In previous years it has seen many moments which define the modern era , new hopes rise whilst others simply fade. But people don't realise how crucial a good performance in Australia really is. Jenson flies through Albert Park to pick up his first victory since 2006 Hamilton and Kubica in a drag race towards turn one        ...

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Ferrari on track for the title :- Is 2012 the beginning of a new era?

Last season Ferrari didn't exactly get off to the best of starts after struggling with the new Pirelli tyres. Trailing behind fellow contenders Red Bull and Mclaren , they were playing catchup for the first half of the season and struggling to finish on the podium. However whilst one driver improved , the other simply could not produce the standard needed to win a title.    Fernando Alonso steadily improved throughout the season showing...

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Lucky for some it's 21 :- What does 2012 hold for Daytona 500 winner Trevor Bayne?

2 years ago Trevor Bayne was seemingly unknown to the world of Motorsport.   In 2010 he competed in the Texas 500 for the Wood Brothers team. He started 26th and finished in a creditable 17th position. So with his name starting to be heard among teams and fans alike , in 2011 he had to make an impression.       He stayed with the the Wood Brothers and entered the most prestigious event in NASCAR. The Daytona 500. If there was...

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The "Perth"ect start :- Daniel Ricciardo looks to impress in 2012

Daniel Ricciardo beyond a shadow of a doubt has impressed many throughout his motorsport career. Many will know him as driving for HRT from Silverstone onwards last year but there are things people don't know about this talented young man which could propel him to new heights.        The 22 year old started his open wheeler career in 2006.He finished third overall in the Formula BMW Asia series taking 12 podiums and two wins....

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Chancing on Ice :- Kubica's injury woes

The rumours and speculation of Robert Kubica making a return to Formula 1 in the 2012 season have been cast under a huge shadow. The poles right leg has suffered yet another injury.     Robert has been reported to have fallen over on the ice near his home in Italy and although the 27 year old underdog has not released anything as of yet , the BBC have claimed that Kubica has yet again fractured his right tibia. The report suggests a metal...

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Will the Iceman freeze or set Formula 1 on fire?

With a new Formula 1 season on the horizon , I thought it would be a good time to evaluate the rookies who have entered the world of the most glamorous sport on the planet. The biggest shock is Kimi making his return. Now obviously this man is no rookie but it will be his first time racing in a Formula 1 car since 2009! Although he has recently tested the 2010 Renault , it will not be the same as racing a field of 24 experienced drivers including...

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