In an astonishingly (almost) pun-free development, F1 fans have criticised Virgin F1's choice of name, claiming that the team is undeserving of carrying such a title.
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Fans hit out at Virgin name
FIA clarifies “missing races” rule
The FIA has issued a clarification of the rules of Formula One after it was reported that teams may be allowed to miss up to three races each season.
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Toyota amazed at road car recalls
Former employees of Toyota's F1 team have expressed amazement at the current crisis hitting the company's road car division after a spate of recalls.
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Ide set to return to F1
In the latest of a set of recent comebacks by ex-F1 drivers, former Super Aguri disaster area Yuji Ide is poised to make a shock Formula One return.
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Virgin not to start Bahrain GP
The Runoff Area welcomes guest author Bostjan Budna, who explains some of the features of the new Virgin Racing team.
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