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A little while ago, Sidepodcast wrote a series a of posts that looked at the way Formula One is presented online, specifically the teams’ and drivers’ official websites. Co-authors Christine and “me” looked at the sites from both a technical and fan perspective, and the series was an enjoyable read. But a recent conversation on Sidepodcast got me thinking; what about the general way Formula One is presented online? Is it enough? Does it even work? Is it worth the trouble? Continue Reading

After twelve years of covering Formula One, ITV has lost the battle to continue broadcasting the sport. Instead, from 2009 onwards the BBC will incorporate the show into BBC Sports and will have rights to mobile, radio and Internet broadcasting as well as the television rights. The deal is for five years but it is currently unknown if Martin Brundle, James Allen, Louise Goodman and Ted Kravitz will make the move as well. Continue Reading

ITV, the UK broadcaster of Formula One, has announced that they have signed a contract with Formula One Management (Ecclestone’s company) to show live streaming of Formula One on their website. ITV currently intend showing action from both Friday practices, qualifying and the race through their site - a landmark deal that fans have been crying out for. Footage of the races will also be available to fans for up to 30 days after the race, allowing people to re-watch parts, or even watch the entire race at a time they choose. Continue Reading

Not only did the World Motor Sport Council pass judgment on the Renault case yesterday, but they have also given permission to the FIA to pursue legal action towards The Sunday Times newspaper. It is alleged that the widely read paper published an article which suggested that Formula One’s governing body was involved in a witch-hunt towards the McLaren team during the 2007 season. Generally speaking it would be considered foolish to take on the British media, for they [collectively] are known to win most cases made against them. And although Max Mosley is a respected barrister, he may have bitten off more than he can chew with this one. Continue Reading