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19 Jun · Sun 2005

Formula 1: How not to do dispute resolution

I was hoping to settle down with a malt-based beverage and enjoy the US F1 Grand Prix at the Brickyard today, but that ain't happening. Thanks to a foul-up by the major tyre supplier, Michelin, and the intransigence of those who declined to allow an extra "safety" chicane to be added to the track, 70% of the cars have withdrawn from the race, leaving two Ferraris a free run at the podium. Realistically, they cannot be seriously challenged by the Jordan and Minardi teams who are the only other runners left. Well, I know there are many Formula 1 fans in the US these days, and all I can say is, I am embarrassed, ashamed and dismayed at the way the sport has treated them all at Indianapolis today. My "blogpal" Bill Walker is a keen supporter, I know, but today's fiasco must surely dent even his enthusiasm. Personally, I am not interested in watching a 6-car "formality" race, so I thought I would vent some spleen into the blogosphere instead. What a farce. Do I want to watch the rest of the season? Frankly, no. I am no longer interested in the result of the championship after this debacle, though I have to admit, the prospect of a new circuit in Turkey might lure me back out of curiosity.

Posted by racingsnake @ 06:11 PM GMT+00:00

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