Topic: British Grand Prix

London F1 race plans are 'no joke', insists Ecclestone.

Jul 12, 2012

The Formula One boss insists his proposal for a £35m race around the streets of London remains on track. Read Article London F1 race plans are 'no joke', insists Ecclestone.

A win-win situation for Mark Webber

Mark Webber, right, held talks with Ferrari's Stefano Domenicali, left. Mark Thompson / Getty Images

Jul 10, 2012

Mark Webber's confirmation that he held discussions with Ferrari will have only increased Red Bull's urgency, and – it is safe to assume – the financial package they were willing to offer. Read Article A win-win situation for Mark Webber

Lack of remorse hurts Pastor Maldonado

epa03299117 Venezuelan Formula One driver Pastor Maldonado (front) of Williams steers his car during the third practice session at the Silverstone race track in Northamptonshire, Britain, 07 July 2012. The 2012 Great Britain Formula One Grand Prix will take place on 08 July. EPA/VALDRIN XHEMAJ *** Local Caption *** 03299117.jpg

Jul 09, 2012

The Williams driver's reputation is taking a hit due to many collisions on the track. Read Article Lack of remorse hurts Pastor Maldonado

Webber gives 'every indication' he is happy with Red Bull

NORTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JULY 08: Mark Webber of Australia and Red Bull Racing talks with Ferrari Team Principal Stefano Domenicali following the British Grand Prix at Silverstone Circuit on July 8, 2012 in Northampton, England. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** 148042573.jpg

Jul 09, 2012

A British Grand Prix win serves to heighten speculation regarding Webber possibly moving to Ferrari when his contract expires at the end of the season. Read Article Webber gives 'every indication' he is happy with Red Bull

Lewis Hamilton left praying for answers after Silverstone woe

Jul 09, 2012

Disappointing showing on home soil for Hamilton and Button leaves the British drivers frustrated over a lack of pace. Read Article Lewis Hamilton left praying for answers after Silverstone woe

Sergio Perez incensed after collision with 'stupid' Pastor Maldonado

Pastor Maldonado, left, was also involved in a collision with Kamui Kobayashi. Geoff Caddick / EPA

Jul 08, 2012

Williams driver fined and reprimanded for his reckless driving at the British Grand Prix. Read Article Sergio Perez incensed after collision with 'stupid' Pastor Maldonado

Mark Webber to keep feet on ground despite triumph

Mark Webber, the Red Bull driver, raced to his ninth career victory at the British Grand Prix yesterday. Clive Mason / Getty Images

Jul 08, 2012

'It's a long, long season,' says Australian after Red Bull complete dominant win in a surprisingly dry British Grand Prix. Read Article Mark Webber to keep feet on ground despite triumph

Mark Webber clinches British Grand Prix

Mark Webber is a genuine contender for the drivers title this season. Tim Hales / AP Photo

Jul 08, 2012

Australian driver beats Ferrari's Fernando Alonso and Red Bull Racing teammate Sebastian Vettel at Silverstone. Read Article Mark Webber clinches British Grand Prix

Rain threatens British Grand Prix as attendees turned away for qualifier

Jul 08, 2012

Organisers said they need time to allow flooded car parks to dry out following a series of deluges that caused chaos and uproar around the circuit on Friday. Read Article Rain threatens British Grand Prix as attendees turned away for qualifier

Fernando Alonso's ominous display to his F1 championship rivals

NORTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JULY 07: Fernando Alonso of Spain and Ferrari drives on his way to finishing first during qualifying for the British Grand Prix at Silverstone Circuit on July 7, 2012 in Northampton, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** 147991819.jpg

Jul 07, 2012

The Ferrari driver not taking anything for granted ahead of race as Sebastian Vettel fears event could be a "lottery". Read Article Fernando Alonso's ominous display to his F1 championship rivals

Force India enjoy the advantages of their 'home' grand prix

Force India Formula One driver Paul Di Resta of Britain watches during the second practice of the British F1 Grand Prix at Silverstone circuit, central England, July 6, 2012. REUTERS/Nigel Roddis (BRITAIN - Tags: SPORT MOTORSPORT F1) *** Local Caption *** NVR28_MOTOR RACING-_0706_11.JPG

Jul 07, 2012

The team's factory is across the road from the Silverstone circuit. Read Article Force India enjoy the advantages of their 'home' grand prix

Fernando Alonso takes pole for the British Grand Prix

Sauber Formula One driver Sergio Perez of Mexico drives during the qualifying session of the British F1 Grand Prix at Silverstone circuit, central England, July 7, 2012. REUTERS/Paul Hackett (BRITAIN - Tags: SPORT MOTORSPORT F1) *** Local Caption *** PMH14_MOTOR RACING-_0707_11.JPG

Jul 07, 2012

The Ferrari driver edges out Mark Webber and Michael Schumacher in a wet qualifying session. Read Article Fernando Alonso takes pole for the British Grand Prix

Jenson Button calls Silverstone conditions 'treacherous'

Jul 06, 2012

McLaren-Mercedes driver feels the stagnant water at certain parts of the 5.89km track made it almost impossible to navigate safely. Read Article Jenson Button calls Silverstone conditions 'treacherous'

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Clumsy SNC needs to prove it is made of the right stuff

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Umbria and Tuscany: Italy's rustic but refined heart

The hilltop village of Montone was once the domain of Braccio Montone, a powerful medieval knight. Many of the surrounding settlements, like Umbertide, have Etruscan origins, which date from before the Roman era. Rosemary Behan / The National

The many medieval towns and villages of Umbria and Tuscany are a joy to visit, especially by bike, finds Rosemary Behan Umbria and Tuscany: Italy's rustic but refined heart

The Orient, expressed in Abu Dhabi

Dome of the Rock Mosque in Jerusalem, 1844, by Joseph-Philibert Girault de Prangey. Courtesy of Louvre Abu Dhabi Agence photo F

A discussion at Manarat Al Saadiyat will examine the art and photography of European artists travelling 'through the lights and images' of this region, writes Nick Leech The Orient, expressed in Abu Dhabi

UAE rugby hope the kids are all right

JJ Fanucci of Dubai Exiles during the Jebel Ali Sevens Rugby at the Jebel Ali Centre of Excellence, Jebel Ali on the 16th November 2012. Credit: Jake Badger for The National

Freshly relegated, no better time for a youth movement than the present, writes Paul Radley. UAE rugby hope the kids are all right

Global shift in North American sport

A Nintendo DS Lite portable game system is displayed at Safeco Field in Seattle, Friday, June 29, 2007, prior to an MLB baseball game between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Seattle Mariners. Nintento is making a pitch to use its portable DS Lite to allow fans to order food and drinks, watch the live television feed of the game, access stats and scores and play trivia, from their seats during the game. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)

In 1992, Major League Baseball commissioner Fay Vincent initially opposed an effort by a Japanese mogul to purchase the Seattle Mariners. Expect more to come. Global shift in North American sport

Terrafugia Transition: flying cars roar into reality

The Terrafugia Transition lets you fly over traffic and point-to-point between more than 5,000 community airports around the United States. Courtesy Terrafugia

The flying car concept took a while to become reality but in America a company is on the verge of offering a version to the public. While the cost may be high, so is confidence that there is a viable market. Terrafugia Transition: flying cars roar into reality