ATLAS F1 - The Journal of Formula One Motorsport

Vol. 10, No. 14 - Apr. 7th 2004

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Mitch McCann:

The F1 Insider

Bruce Thomson:

Season Strokes

Garry Martin:

On the Road

David Wright &
Mark Alan Jones:

Elsewhere
in Racing

Dieter Rencken:

The Weekly Grapevine

Marcel Borsboom:

Qualifying Differentials

David Wright:

SuperStats

Michele Lostia:

Charts Center

The Race in Action

Sector Times

Full Lap Chart

Full Gaps Chart

Full Laptimes (H)

Full Laptimes (V)

Bjorn Wirdheim:
Going Places
by Bjorn Wirdheim
In this week's column, Bjorn reveals how Jaguar solved their race start problems ahead of Bahrain, and what it was like driving on a circuit surrounded with sand

Ann Bradshaw:
Point of View
by Ann bradshaw
The Middle East stepped into the motor racing spotlight last week. The launch of a new circuit, the unveiling of a new racing series, and the inaugural Bahrain Grand Prix highlighted the dawn of an new era of motorsports in the Middle East. Atlas F1's Ann Bradshaw gives her personal take on all three events

All the King's Men
by Thomas O'Keefe
The first race in the Middle East was preceded by fears of terrorism, too much sand and scorching heat. In the end, it was a marvelous event that provided fans an unusual experience and another proof that Bernie Ecclestone seems to know what he's doing. Atlas F1's Thomas O'Keefe travelled to the Gulf kingdom and brings a report from the frontline of a peaceful and historic gathering

Atlas F1 News Room
Constantly Updated
Badoer Continues Testing at Fiorano
Fisichella Aims to Win Again in Malaysia
Davidson Lined Up for JV's Drive

The Daily Grapevine
Constantly Updated
Australian GP Paddock Gossip
Greece Finds Site for Formula One Track
Honda Engines for Red Bull

Fisichella Handed Brazilian GP Win

Alonso leaves hospital after Brazil crash

F1 teams agree to work with GPWC series

Keeping Up Appearances: Exclusive Interview with Juan Pablo Montoya
David Cameron
Juan Pablo Montoya is focused. It doesn't matter if his Williams team have not had a good start to their season, or if his future belongs to rivals McLaren: the Colombian is just trying to do his job the best he can, with the team that currently employ him. That is, at least, what Montoya would have us believe. David Cameron talked to the Williams driver about his present and his future

The 2004 Bahrain GP Review
by Pablo Elizalde
New venue, same old story. Michael Schumacher and his Ferrari team were again the dominant force at Sunday's inaugural Bahrain Grand Prix, scoring their third consecutive victory of the year. However, there was much more than just another win for the World Champions. Atlas F1's Pablo Elizalde reviews the events and results from the third round of the 2004 season

Technical Review: Bahrain
by Craig Scarborough
The third round of the 2004 season had the least number of retirements in quite a few years, but also the most number of replaced engines since the new engine rule was introduced. The teams also had to contend with a new track none have raced on before, as well as weather and other elements of surprise. Craig Scarborough reviews the cars and the technical changes seen through the weekend

"Bloody Mess, Really..."
by Karl Ludvigsen
Ralf Schumacher has not had a good start to his 2004 season, and last Sunday's Bahrain Grand Prix was proof of that, with the German finishing in a disappointing seventh place. What's worse: he was harshly criticised by his boss. Atlas F1's Karl Ludvigsen looks at Ralf's situation and how it can affect his future

Same Same... But Different
by Richard Barnes
The inaugural Bahrain Grand Prix consisted of the same drivers and teams following established form on a new but instantly familiar Hermann Tilke designed circuit. The result was the same as in previous races, but the event will ultimately be remembered for being 'different'. Atlas F1's Richard Barnes reviews the weekend's events