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The YouTube podium: F1 British Grand Prix


Three classic vids from the British GP, hand-picked for you

1. The incomparably cool James Hunt, minutes after winning the 1976 British GP. You have to respect the man’s ability to bum a cigarette.

This way for two more great clips…

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Posted: July 2nd, 2008 by Ollie Irish

Max Mosley’s Great Escape: Top 10 quotes


How the world viewed FIA chief’s shock reprieve
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The key reaction to Herr von Mosley’s amazing win in Paris:

1. “I am just picking myself up off the floor. The decision is incredible, although I suppose we shouldn’t be surprised. Max’s audacity has always been absolutely breathtaking. Just when you think he is right on the ropes, he pings back and knocks the other guy out.
Damon Hill, not happy with the result. He also called it a “tragedy”

2. “I had a £50 bet on this and I have won.”
Sir Jackie Stewart, branded a “certified halfwit” by Mosley earlier this week, lives up to Scottish stereotypes

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Posted: June 4th, 2008 by Ollie Irish