Formula 1: June 2008 - news archive

Fans will inspire me - Hamilton

Formula 1Lewis Hamilton says the fans will inspire him to success in next weekend's British Grand Prix at Silverstone.

Hamilton upbeat over Silverstone chances

Formula 1Lewis Hamilton is eager to race in the British Grand Prix at Silverstone with the fanatical home support behind him.

Bernie rejects Mosley claims

Formula 1Formula One chief Bernie Ecclestone has denied claims he was involved in a plot to oust FIA president Max Mosley.

Braun backs Hamilton to bounce back

Formula 1Honda team boss Ross Brawn believes Lewis Hamilton will become a world champion but says he needs to focus on driving.

Massa takes French GP and top spot

Formula 1Felipe Massa has risen to the top of the standings after recording his third win of the season in the French Grand Prix.

Ferrari secure front row at French GP

Formula 1Kimi Raikkonen secured pole position for Ferrari at Mangy-Core for Sunday's Grand Prix with Felipe Massa completing the front row.

Drivers in strike talks over licence hike

Formula 1Fernando Alonso called on fellow F1 drivers to unite in protest at the rising cost of the super licence which allows them to compete.

Ecclestone will not be party to breakaway

Formula 1Formula One chief Bernie Ecclestone has told teams that he could not be involved in a breakaway from governing body, the FIA.

Hamilton struggling with the pressure

Formula 1Lewis Hamilton admits he struggles to cope with the pressure of battling for the F1 title but insists he still enjoys the sport.

Alonso alerts Ferrari

Formula 1Fernando Alonso says he has not yet decided whether to stay with Renault next year amid rumours that he has a contract release clause.

Hamilton not fazed by difficult French GP

Formula 1Lewis Hamilton has stated that he believes he can make up for his 10 place penalty at the French Grand Prix and win.

Hamiton tips Kubica for title charge

Formula 1McLaren's British driver Lewis Hamilton believes that BMW Sauber's Robert Kubica can have a big say in this season's F1 title race.

Alonso could forget this season

Formula 1Fernando Alonso believes Renault have to consider abandoning this season and focus on building a competitive car for the future.

No complaints from McLaren

Formula 1McLaren Mercedes have no complaints over the "hard but fair" 10-place grid penalty imposed on Lewis Hamilton.

Hamilton ready for French test

Formula 1Lewis Hamilton says his 10-place grid penalty will have no bearing on the Formula One drivers' championship.

Raikkonen calm despite "stupid" shunt

Formula 1Kimi Raikkonen bears no grudge against Lewis Hamilton for the "stupid" shunt that put them both out of the Montreal Grand Prix.

Webber drops Red Bull exit hint

Formula 1Mark Webber says he is in contract talks with Red Bull Racing but hinted that he may look for a move to one of Formula One's big teams.

Kimi in 2009 F1 retirement dilemma

Formula 1Kimi Raikkonen has confirmed that he could retire from Formula One when his current contract with Ferrari expires at the end of 2009.

Raikkonen vows to bounce back in Canada

Formula 1Kimi Raikkonen is aiming to get his drivers' championship bid back on track at the Canadian Grand Prix after a poor show in Monaco.

Ecclestone concerned over Mosley vote

Formula 1Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone fears for the future of Max Mosley, despite him gaining a vote of confidence.

Mosley wins VOC to continue

Formula 1Max Mosley has comfortably won a vote of confidence to continue in his role as president of motorsport's governing body the FIA.