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I’ve noticed, like a few others, that Formula One has been ramping up several key messages recently; Racing Against Racism, Going Green and various Drink Responsibly campaigns. With tobacco sponsorship now pretty much outlawed (Ferrari are still sponsored by Philip Morris, but they will no longer display the logo, at all), it seems as though alcohol has clinched a few spots on the cars in replace. But is this any better than promoting smoking? And to take it that little bit further, should the drivers be be taking a swig of champagne on the podium? Continue Reading

Ever wondered why Formula One drivers spray champagne on the podium after a race?

Champagne has always been associated with Formula One, being a drink of celebration it was ideal for the drivers after a race. But it wasn’t until the American Dan Gurney accidentally sprayed the bubbly during his celebrations of winning the 1967 Le Mans 24 Hour that the tradition of spraying started. Apparently, Dan couldn’t speak any French, but his engineers were below his platform looking expectant, so he emptied the prize-winning magnum all over them, including Henry Ford II. Since then, the tradition has transferred to Formula One and the top three drivers soak themselves and their teams at every grand prix. Continue Reading