Now, how do I get around the geo-coding so I can watch all of this wonderful stuff on line?

I’ll re-write my F1-Online post nearer the time and keep you updated with new, erm, you know, ways and means. I’ll keep you posted around early-March time.

did not know that.

It was at about the same time that Giancarlo Fisichella appeared on the National Lottery show in Jordan overalls (Hill had just won the championship, so it was similar to Lewis/F1 fever (Hill/F1 fever down a few notches)) but Fisi could hardly speak a word of English. I think it was Bruce Forsyth who was hosting, and to each stupid question Bruce asked, Fisi answered “I am so proud to be driving for Jordan. I hope to do well.” Ah, bless his little cotton socks!

I think ITV did one with all the grid in one studio. At the time I didn’t think anything of it. But looking back, that was quite the feat, considering the schedules of F1 drivers. (I think Bernie may have had a word somewhere along the line…)

did not know that. what an achievement.

it would be a shame if the first time we see everyone in action, it’s 4am for melbourne qually.

No way, that’s the best time. Just as it was in 1997…

*Ollie turns on TV, hits 1 on his remote control*…
…”WTF? Where’s Formula One?”

“Oh, yeah, ITV! That’s like number 3, I think!?”

“Who the hell are you? Jim who? Where’s Murray? Where the goddamn is Murray Walker? Oh, hi Murray. Can we get on with the show now? Ta!”

But a preview show might be nice, I do admit. I think ITV did one with all the grid in one studio. At the time I didn’t think anything of it. But looking back, that was quite the feat, considering the schedules of F1 drivers. (I think Bernie may have had a word somewhere along the line…)

Seems like a good team so far – some unknown quantities, but should make for interesting viewing.

i wonder if they’ll do some kind of preview show?

it would be a shame if the first time we see everyone in action, it’s 4am for melbourne qually.

I actually found Louise Goodman fairly irritating – but that’s just down to personal preference – she was good at her job though, no qualms about that.

Seems like a good team so far – some unknown quantities, but should make for interesting viewing.

I think the BBC coverage will still be based at the racetrack as I’m sure DC has said elsewhere he intends to be at every race next year.

and no James Allen!

I won’t lie, I will raise a glass to that. As a blogger though, he isn’t all that bad. Credit where it’s due, I’m a subscriber.