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David Bean

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David is an occasional contributer to the site on matters related to Formula 1. You can follow him on twitter at @Dr_Bean.
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Formula 1

Team Lotus Have 'Pretty Good' Friday in Turkey

By David Bean
May 6, 2011
2 Mins read

Team Lotus‘ Mike Gascoyne said that Friday in Turkey was ‘pretty good’ as drivers Jarno Trulli and Heikki Kovalainen finished the day 17th…

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Formula 1

Mercedes Have Positive Start To Turkey Weekend

By David Bean
May 6, 2011
2 Mins read
Mercedes had a positive start to their Turkish Grand Prix as Nico Rosberg and Michael Schumacher finished the Friday practice sessions as,…
Formula 1

Toro Rosso Trio Battle Damp Conditions in Turkey

By David Bean
May 6, 2011
2 Mins read
The Toro Rosso drivers spent a cold, damp Friday in Turkey testing various set-ups on the STR6 for Sunday’s Grand Prix, whilst…
Formula 1

Sauber Use Wet Friday in Turkey to Test New Parts

By David Bean
May 6, 2011
2 Mins read
Sauber spent the two Friday practice sessions in Istanbul testing new parts for the C30: aerodynamic components with Sergio Perez and mechanical…
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Turkish Grand Prix 2011: Preview

By David Bean
May 3, 2011
5 Mins read
After a three-week break to get over the frantic races in Malaysia and China, Formula 1 begins the European leg of its…
Formula 1

Team Lotus Confident of Decent Showing in Turkey

By David Bean
May 3, 2011
2 Mins read
After an impressive weekend in China, Team Lotus are hoping to build on their recent show of pace at the next race…
Formula 1

Williams Hoping to Kick-Start Season With Turkey Upgrades

By David Bean
May 3, 2011
2 Mins read
Williams are preparing to remedy their awful start to the season by introducing the first of a new range of upgrades to…
Formula 1

Sauber Duo Looking Forward to Turkey Return

By David Bean
May 3, 2011
2 Mins read
Sauber drivers Kamui Kobayashi and Sergio Perez are eagerly anticipating this weekend’s Turkish Grand Prix as Formula 1 begins its European season….
Formula 1

Force India Optimistic For Turkey And Beyond

By David Bean
May 3, 2011
2 Mins read
Both Force India race drivers are satisfied with their first three races of 2011, especially considering their pessimism before season got underway…
Formula 1

Williams Announce Changes in Technical Staff

By David Bean
May 3, 2011
2 Mins read
Williams have today announced that current Technical Director Sam Michael and Chief Aerodynamicist Jon Tomlinson have resigned from their positions, effective at…
Formula 1

Team Lotus Buy British Sportscar Firm

By David Bean
April 29, 2011
2 Mins read
Team Lotus have this week announced their purchase of British sportscar maker Caterham Cars. Team principal Tony Fernandes believes that, when coupled…
Formula 1

Peter Sauber: New Car 'Competitive And Reliable' From The Outset

By David Bean
April 22, 2011
5 Mins read
Peter Sauber says that new driver Sergio Perez has exceeded his ‘high expectations’ in the first three races of 2011, and is…
Formula 1

Williams Aiming For Top Ten After Securing First Finishes in China

By David Bean
April 19, 2011
2 Mins read
Although they scored no points in China, Williams‘ had their best weekend of the season in Shanghai, finally getting the FW33 to…
Formula 1

Pirelli Delighted With Exciting Chinese Grand Prix

By David Bean
April 17, 2011
1 Mins read
Pirelli have said that today’s exciting Chinese Grand Prix is just the sort of race they were aiming for when designing their…
Formula 1

Williams Lack Pace But Improve Reliability Record At Chinese GP

By David Bean
April 17, 2011
1 Mins read
Williams finally managed to get a car to the end of a grand prix today in Shanghai, but will leave China without…
Formula 1

Hamilton: China 2011 'one of my best races'

By David Bean
April 17, 2011
4 Mins read
Lewis Hamilton has rated his victory in today’s Chinese Grand Prix one of the best of his career as he became the…
Formula 1

Red Bull Hail 'Very Strong Team Result' in China

By David Bean
April 17, 2011
3 Mins read
Sebastian Vettel may have missed out on securing a third win of the season in China today, but Red Bull left Shanghai…
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