Italian Grand Prix
F1 scandal? Michelin to Bridgestone: j'accuse!
The bizarre goings-on in the wake of the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, which have included accusations (since withdrawn) of the FIA effectively "fixing" the world championship, took another twist this week, as French tire maker Michelin suggested that Bridgestone was using illegal chemical treatments to enhance the performance of its tires.
Tires again a factor as Montoya wins Italian GP
Highs and lows for Team McLaren as Juan Pablo Montoya won yesterday's Italian GP, but Kimi Raikkonen lost ground to Fernando Alonso in the driver's championship and Renault solidified its lead in the constructor's championship with a double podium finish. Raikonnen nearly pulled off a stunning upset, running a 1-stop fuel strategy from 11th place on the grid, only to be forced into an unscheduled pitstop to replace a failing left rear tire. Montoya had an identical