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Have you got USF1 or their ex-drivers in your FF1GP team?

5 March - 21:22 - FF1GP Site News  - Written by Pete

Update: If you have USF1, Jose Maria Lopez or the USF1 2nd Driver, the option to delete FF1GP team is now available.

Campos change their name to Hispania

3 March - 19:10 - FF1GP Site News  - Written by Pete

Campos change their name to Hispania Racing Team (HRT?!) If you already had Campos in your FF1GP team, your teams will have been updated with the new name.

USF1 removed from FF1GP price list

2 March - 14:26 - FF1GP Site News  - Written by Pete

USF1, Jose Maria Lopez and the USF1 2nd Driver (aka The Stig) have been removed from the FF1GP price list.

Fantasy Formula 1 Grand Prix 2010 is now open

2 March - 09:07 - FF1GP Site News  - Written by Pete

FF1GP 2010 is now open!

FF1GP 2010 Prices - And the latest f1ne mess in Formula 1

25 February - 11:01 - FF1GP Site News  - Written by Pete

Want a sneak preview at the provisional FF1GP price list? You can, and also you can read Pete's thoughts on the current mess in F1.

Latest Formula 1 News

News - 11 March 2010

FIA reopens selection for 13th grid slot

11 March - 21:02 - ITV-F1

The FIA turns down US F1's request to hold its entry open and invites other candidates to apply for vacant 2011 slot.

Buemi: Independence good for STR

11 March - 19:37 - ITV-F1

Sebastien Buemi says Toro Rosso has benefited from having to design its own 2010 car.

Pull-out may cause US F1 problems

11 March - 19:17 - BBC Formula One

US F1 could face disciplinary action after failing to be ready in time to compete in the 2010 world championships.

Schumacher return delights Alonso

11 March - 19:03 - BBC Formula One

Ferrari driver Fernando Alonso says it is great to see Michael Schumacher back on the grid as he raises the level of competition so much.

FIA approves McLaren's wing design

11 March - 17:26 - ITV-F1

McLaren was approved in scrutineering checks today despite queries over its rear wing.

Hulkenberg tips Williams for upsets

11 March - 16:23 - ITV-F1

Nico Hulkenberg reckons Williams has the best chance of threatening top four teams.

Webber not worried about long-run pace

11 March - 15:57 - ITV-F1

Mark Webber has played down concerns about Red Bull's tyre wear and race pace.

Download the F1 calendar

11 March - 15:56 - BBC Formula One

You can download the F1 season if you use Outlook, Google Calendar or iCal.

Hamilton happy to have car to contend

11 March - 15:44 - ITV-F1

Former champ admits he's relieved to be at first race with competitive car after '09 problems.

Vettel calm about RBR reliability

11 March - 15:43 - ITV-F1

Sebastian Vettel plays down Red Bull's testing stoppages and is sure he'll finish in Bahrain.

Button: 2010 is going to be electric

11 March - 15:18 - ITV-F1

World champion Jenson Button says there will be something deeply wrong with F1 if 2010 isn't a thriller.

Schu won’t dominate again – Webber

11 March - 15:16 - ITV-F1

Mark Webber has no fears that F1 will see a repeat of the early 2000s Schumacher routs.

Button, Brawn win Laureus awards

11 March - 14:16 - ITV-F1

F1's world champion driver and team both awarded prestigious Laureus Sport gongs.

Winning start is vital - Button

11 March - 14:45 - BBC Formula One

World champion Jenson Button admits he must hit the ground running in Sunday's season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix.

De la Rosa: Test tyre data not too relevant

11 March - 13:14 - ITV-F1

Veteran has "open mind" on Sauber potential given no cars have yet run in hot conditions.

Kovy: New teams not a safety concern

11 March - 13:02 - ITV-F1

Kovalainen says concerns about large speed differentials are overplayed.

Senna shrugs off lack of running

11 March - 12:33 - ITV-F1

Bruno Senna is confident that he won't need much time to settle into F1 so isn't worried that HRT hasn't tested.

Thursday's F1 gossip column

11 March - 09:33 - BBC Formula One

Jenson Button says it is vital he 'works together' with Lewis Hamilton, plus other gossip and rumours

News - 10 March 2010

Bahrain GP preview

10 March - 23:27 - ITV-F1

The closest title fight in years, the return of a legend, lots of newcomers and new rules – 2010 is about to commence.

Jonathan Neale Q&A

10 March - 19:05 - ITV-F1

McLaren's MD on why McLaren has no concerns about the legality of the MP4-25's rear wing, its Bahrain chances and more.

Webber unfazed by title underdog status

10 March - 18:30 - ITV-F1

RBR driver not worried rivals are getting all the attention and reckons he too can be in title hunt.

Button earns Laureus recognition

10 March - 17:28 - BBC Formula One

Athletics superstar Usain Bolt has been named Laureus World Sportsman of the Year for the second year running.

Ferrari set for 'very good' year - Alonso

10 March - 14:40 - ITV-F1

Fernando Alonso is confident Bahrain will mark the start of a strong season for Ferrari.

HRT must focus on reliability – Senna

10 March - 13:49 - ITV-F1

Rookie admits getting as many laps as possible on untested Hispania car is only Sakhir target.

Jake Humphrey blog

10 March - 13:03 - BBC Formula One

BBC F1 presenter on interviewing Button and Hamilton

Your classic gp

10 March - 10:49 - BBC Formula One

Watch your choice of five classic races - and discover which is our pick

Wednesday's gossip column

10 March - 10:09 - BBC Formula One

Hispania play down car safety fears, plus other gossip and rumours

Ask Eddie Jordan

10 March - 08:31 - BBC Formula One

The BBC Formula 1 pundit will answer your questions at the Bahrain Grand Prix

News - 9 March 2010

Silverstone revamp nearing completion

9 March - 18:51 - ITV-F1

Silverstone's new Arena layout is set to be completed on schedule by end of this month.

Schu eyes big gains from new diffuser

9 March - 18:17 - ITV-F1

Schumacher optimistic Merc's decision to hold big tech upgrade back until Bahrain will pay off.

News - 11 March 2010

All-clear for McLaren wing design

11 March - 17:23 - BBC Formula One

McLaren's controversial rear wing design on their new car passes an FIA inspection.

News - 9 March 2010

Brawn thrilled by new F1 season

9 March - 15:47 - BBC Formula One

Mercedes team boss Ross Brawn says the 2010 season will be one of the most exciting for years.

Tuesday's gossip column

9 March - 10:45 - BBC Formula One

Sebastian Vettel names his Red Bull, plus other gossip and rumours

News - 8 March 2010

The Gravel Trap

8 March - 23:52 - ITV-F1

Get stuck in to the lighter side of Formula 1 with our comedy corner.

James Allen's season preview

8 March - 20:08 - ITV-F1

ITV.com/F1's columnist explains why we're in for a vintage season and why Fernando Alonso starts as favourite.

Lotus aims for reliable start at first race

8 March - 19:52 - ITV-F1

Team boss says simply seeing the chequered flag is new squad's main aim for Bahrain.

Renault hopes for progress with upgrade

8 March - 17:23 - ITV-F1

Kubica and Boullier hopeful Sakhir-spec package will inch Renault closer to top teams.

Renault boss keen for fresh start

8 March - 16:36 - BBC Formula One

Renault F1 chief Eric Boullier says the new season is a fresh start after a year of controversy.

Gloves off for F1's biggest battle

8 March - 13:20 - BBC Formula One

Martin Brundle on the battles between old friends and enemies in F1 this year

F1 key questions

8 March - 13:07 - BBC Formula One

Who will be world champ? Who will surprise? BBC team give their views

What's at stake in Hamilton v Button

8 March - 13:05 - BBC Formula One

Why one of Britain's F1 champions will be damaged by 2010

Moss breaks both ankles in lift accident

8 March - 12:47 - ITV-F1

British F1 legend is recovering in hospital after falling down lift shaft and breaking both ankles.

F1 big picture

8 March - 12:33 - BBC Formula One

Fernando Alonso's Ferrari is the first of this year's series of stunning images

Stirling Moss hurt in lift plunge

8 March - 12:30 - BBC Formula One

Sir Stirling Moss is recovering in hospital after falling down a lift shaft and breaking both ankles.

Sutil: Force India can score from the off

8 March - 11:43 - ITV-F1

Adrian Sutil believes Force India can confidently target a top-10 finish in Bahrain.

Monday's gossip column

8 March - 10:46 - BBC Formula One

Lewis Hamilton says he considered leaving Formula 1 plus other gossip and rumours

News - 7 March 2010

Sakhir form card

7 March - 22:18 - ITV-F1

As the season opener draws close, we check out the field's form based on their '09 efforts and pre-season.

Hamilton to edge Button - Mansell

7 March - 14:11 - BBC Formula One

Motor racing legend Nigel Mansell believes Lewis Hamilton has the edge over Jenson Button

Rating F1's recent rookie crops

7 March - 13:34 - ITV-F1

Will F1's 'class of 2010' become greats or flops? We look back at how the rookie intakes of the past 10 seasons fared.

Hamilton almost quit over 'liegate'

7 March - 12:11 - ITV-F1

Lewis Hamilton has revealed that he nearly walked away from F1 amid last year's Australian GP furore.

Chandhok: No Force India grudge

7 March - 12:09 - ITV-F1

Karun Chandhok says he does not resent Force India's decision not to sign him.

Button more relaxed than ever in 2010

7 March - 12:07 - ITV-F1

Jenson Button says being champion means he can be much calmer and that whatever else he achieves is a bonus.

News - 6 March 2010

Mercedes plays down expectations

6 March - 20:12 - ITV-F1

Ross Brawn warns that his team isn't happy with its competitiveness heading into first race.

Massa: Schu lucky to avoid '09 Ferrari

6 March - 20:11 - ITV-F1

Massa thinks Schumi would've struggled if his mid-2009 return with Ferrari had come off.

News - 5 March 2010

Ian Phillips leaves Force India

5 March - 18:58 - ITV-F1

Force India's long-serving commercial director Ian Phillips is leaving the team.

Kolles aiming high with Hispania

5 March - 18:47 - ITV-F1

Colin Kolles is convinced Hispania has potential to be the best new team despite zero testing.

Schumacher feels like 'kid at Christmas'

5 March - 14:49 - ITV-F1

Returning legend admits he can't wait to get racing again next week and believes Mercedes will be in top group.

Montezemolo sure F10 effort has paid off

5 March - 12:03 - ITV-F1

Ferrari president confident decision to shift work to 2010 car early has been vindicated.

Ready for the best season for years

5 March - 11:57 - BBC Formula One

BBC F1 commentator Jonathan Legard licks his lips about F1 2010

Friday's F1 gossip column

5 March - 10:24 - BBC Formula One

FIA to inspect McLaren's car over rear wing row, plus other gossip and rumours

Jake Humphrey blog

5 March - 10:03 - BBC Formula One

BBC F1 presenter looks forward to start of new season