Speculation is rife surrounding the 2009 Formula One season. With the biggest series of rule book shake ups in 25 years, the title is anyone’s for the taking where sports bettors are concerned.

There is, however, one team who have managed to cause a stir. Step forward Brawn GP, formerly Honda F1. With reports that they have been outpacing competitors in testing, those in Formula One spread betting circles are certainly starting to sit up and take notice.

The 60th FIA Formula One World Championship season will see a total of 10 teams competing in this year’s prestigious racing event, scheduled to take place over 17 rounds.

The biggest change of face in this year’s F1 comes in the shape of several cost-cutting rules implemented by the FIA.

Grooved tyres are being replaced with slick, smooth substitutes, while the general aesthetics of the cars will appear different. New rules governing Kinetic Energy Recovery Systems (KERS) and streamlined aerodynamics will see the cars themselves boast bigger front wings and smaller rear wings, along with a host of other changes that may affect those interested in F1 betting.

The upcoming new technologies, in addition to the KERS system, mean that F1 will not only be deploying green technology, but also offering drivers a greater on-track power at their arsenal.

F1 spread betting will be impacted further by the new points system, which dictates that the driver with the most wins is crowned champion. Had this system been advocated last year, Lewis Hamilton would have lost the title to Felipe Massa.

Lewis Hamilton bettors are facing a tough decision. Hamilton, who made his debut only two years ago, will be battling it out on the track against other favourites, such as legendary veteran racer Rubens Barrichello.

Another backed to win the 2009 FIA Formula 1 Drivers’ World Championship is Kimi Raikkonen. After a bad season in 2008, ‘bi-annual’ Raikkonenen is expected to make a comeback this year. Whether losing the spot to Ferrari team mate Felipe Massa will serve to hinder or encourage his drive remains a question on the lips of Formula One bettors, but critics still expect him to be a major contender in dominating the field.

In the Formula One betting game, Ferrari are clear leaders of the constructors’ championship pack, along with Brawn GP. Hot on their tails are Renault, Toyota and Williams, with McLaren, Torro Rossa and Red Bull in the middle of the pack and Force India expected as back markers again.

In the speculation corner, there has also been talk from Renault boss Flavio Briatore of an illegal rear diffuser being used by Toyota, Williams and Brawn GP.

How this will affect the mix is anyone’s guess in the F1 spread betting stakes – at least until the Australian Grand Prix on 29th March – which will eliminate all the guess work and give a more comprehensive view.

Formula One certainly looks set for a complete shake-up in 2009, making it one of the most eagerly-anticipated in decades for the Formula One bettors. On your marks, get set…

The world of Formula 1 is still trying to acclimatise to the loss of the traction control systems. While sponsors and merchandise producers are happy with the prospect of more exciting races and an increase in spin offs and accidents, drivers and teams are slightly more apprehensive. The next race in Bahrain will be the ultimate test of the new regulations as historically this GP is one of the most heavily TC reliant in the Formula 1 calendar.

The Bahrain GP will give sponsors and merchandise producers the chance to promote a race that will offer high octane excitement and entertainment. Due to the layout of this Formula 1 circuit, containing many tight corners and short straights, the drivers will be put under added pressure to perform and bring the cars home. Whether they can do this will either please sponsors and merchandise companies or make them question their dealings.

Tyre supplier Bridgestone has raised concerns over the TC regulations. It stated that rather than aid the drivers at all times, the majority of the time it purely kept the tyre temperatures to a decent level for handling. As of yet however we have not seen a race in wet conditions. This will be a true test of all the drivers as a Formula 1 car is next to impossible to control once the heavens open. Sponsors and merchandise producers will be keenly watching the first wet race to see which drivers have the skill level to control their cars.

The other major change to the Formula 1 rule this year was that engine breaking systems would also be removed from the cars. These systems had helped with the slowing of the cars and as a result of their removal, a number of lock ups and drivers overshooting corners has been evident in the preliminary races of the season. Sponsors and merchandise suppliers will be hoping that as the best drivers in the world, they will be able to cope with these changes and still provide entertaining races and exciting racing moments.

These two changes have already had a huge impact and the season is still in its infancy. Drivers have to take far more care of their tyres in order to finish races and remain competitive. Merchandise companies and sponsors will not be thrilled with this development as it may mean that races will become less exciting as every driver on the circuit is purely trying to maintain his position and the performance of his tyres. Hopefully this will not be the case; from the first two races it is clear that some drivers will still push their cars to the limit no matter what.

Another rule change that has come to light since the Malaysian GP is that Formula 1 authorities have decided to yet again change the rules for qualifying. Sponsors, merchandise suppliers and fans alike will be dreading yet another change but seemingly this one is at least logical. Following the chaotic situation in the last GP when drivers who were returning to the pit extremely slow to save fuel for the race held up other drivers bosses have made a change. The change sees a maximum lap time that cars will be able to put in when returning to the pits, it is hoped this will make qualifying safer for those on flying laps.

With rule changes happening nearly every week in Formula 1 it is unsurprising that so many fans seem somewhat lost when it comes to race weekends. As a motor sport fan, it is of course preferable to ensure the safety of drivers, but the constant rule changing can be annoying. As long as the excitement of races is increased and the overtaking manoeuvres and pit lane dramas continue, the vast majority will stay loyal to the sport.

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Formula Drifting, or simply referred to as Formula D, is a new sport that is becoming more and more popular these days. As a matter of fact, in the United States alone, this adventurous sport is making a big name of its own and has been attracting quite a lot of followers who share the same passion for thrill and excitement.

Due to the popularity of Formula D and the exhilaration it brings to both the drivers and spectators, and probably to the judges (yes, Formula D racing events do employ judges), many thrill-seekers are welcoming the thought of being part of Formula D racing. It won’t be surprising to know if you are one of the many aspiring drifters. Are you? Unfortunately, it’s not as easy as you might think it would be.

I hate to burst your bubbles, but you have to know that having the guts of competing in a very extreme race like Formula drifting and loving it aren’t enough. Sure, guts and love for the sport are some of the factors, but there are still others that you might want to consider. All of the other factors such as skills and knowledge will definitely guarantee you to have as much fun and excitements as you’ve always dreamed of while drifting, not to mention having a safe time.

The next thing you should know is that not everyone makes it to the professional level of Formula drifting. But wait! This isn’t the end of the world, now is it? You see, Formula D is like a wide ranging variety other sports, heart-pumping and blood-racing sports to be exact. Having said all that, scores of high-spirited individuals are dreaming of participating in this extreme sport. However, there are only a limited number of opportunities from which drifting wannabes can take advantage of.

There maybe is a possibility of you making it to the professional drifting, but the chances are slim. Now, are you going to give up on your dream of becoming a Formula drifter? Don’t just yet! You can always find a way to make your dreams come true. What about starting as an amateur drifter and work your way up to professional level? It is a good place to start, don’t you think?

In amateur drifting, you can have a lot of other options. Usually, an amateur is what you described as someone who partakes in an activity on a recreational level rather than doing so for a living. In fact, this would mean that you maybe are drifting in you own time, as well as doing it at local tracks. You don’t have to worry looking for nice tracks to indulge yourself in a heart-stopping experience you’ve always loved, because there are more than enough tracks in the United States and other venues that host amateur drifting events. The downside about this, though, is that there are only few locations in the United States that sponsor these types of events.

As mentioned above, you can and may practice on your own, but make sure not to participate in any underground activities. That is a big No-No! Not only they are illegal, they are also very dangerous. And since you are still a beginner, might as well take a drifting training course offered in selected areas in the country, which most of them found in California, before even thinking of racing.

Your may have a slim chance of joining Formula Drifting on a professional level, but if you put your heart and soul into it great things happen. All you have to do is take drifting course, participate in local drifting race events as an amateur drifter and practice more. Besides, if you have the skills and knowledge to maneuver a drifting car on a track, which are by the way the secrets of a good drifter, you have a very long way to go! So, good luck!

Formula 1 is widely recognised as the most expensive sport in the world. The amounts of money involved are vast and multi million dollar contracts are signed at the start of every season. With such huge sums involved obviously the advertising sponsors of teams are extremely merchandise focused. This is evident when drivers are interviewed and are always seen in their manufacturers cap, emblazoned with various company logos.

Big business has driven Formula 1 since the seventies, mainly due to Bernie Ecclestone’s efforts to rearrange the management structure and commercial rights packages. Multi national companies soon saw the benefits of this new generation of motor sport, with television rights worldwide, the advertising would be the main driving force with the selling of merchandise as a strong secondary income.

The formula in Formula 1 refers to the strict set of rules imposed on all teams for the cars they enter. It restricts things such as engine power, ground effect aerodynamics and team orders, supposedly levelling the playing field. However those teams, such as Ferrari and McLaren with the biggest financial support hold all the cards in a sport where more money means better results. These teams have been clever enough to develop full ranges of merchandise, especially Ferrari who, with the added respect of a well renowned road car company make a great deal from their extensive merchandise collection.

Formula 1 is a worldwide phenomenon, it is broadcast to every country in the world and the viewing figures are only really rivalled by the football world cup. It is estimated that the Brazilian Grand Prix in 2006 pulled in a gargantuan 84 million live viewers with 154 million viewers tuning in to watch at least part of the race. Official figures state that 580 million unique viewers watched the 2005 season whilst the Canadian Grand Prix that year was the world’s third most watched sporting event. With viewing figures like these and with such a widespread fan base there is little wonder companies will pay such extortionate rates to get their logo on a Formula 1 car, or a team’s merchandise range.

It is regarded by most authorities that Formula 1 would be nowhere without the dedication of the swarms of fans that adorn the grandstands come race day. The sport evokes emotion and passion in all of the countries it visits, none more so than in Italy where the Ferrari fans in their red uniform of official merchandise can be seen as some of the most fervent sports fanatics in the world. That is not to say that the other teams do not achieve dedication from their fans; the world of Formula 1 seems to play to many people’s nationalistic tendencies.

Fans will follow a team based in their country, such as McLaren in Britain or BMW in Germany, or support drivers from their respective nations, the Spanish hold Fernando Alonso close to their hearts where as newcomer Lewis Hamilton has brought British audiences back to Formula 1 through his superhuman efforts. The sponsor’s have seen this also as a potential money spinner with popular drivers fronting advertising campaigns and pushing more Formula 1 merchandise upon its faithful public.

So what can the future hold for the billion dollar industry that is Formula 1? Many see the introduction of bio-fuel engines and greater efficiency as paramount in today’s climate of environmental concerns. Apart from this, further rule changes to level the playing field, and increase the safety of drivers are also important. More exciting however is the re-introduction of slick tires (banned since 1998), and the development of a night race, mainly due to time zones and extracting the biggest world audience possible.

Added to this a race in India is being planned, opening up one of the largest potential markets on the planet. Despite its protestations, Formula 1 is simply an advertising tool to sell merchandise for the companies who foot the bill for the most expensive gravy train in world sport. However with the tussles between drivers and the ongoing controversy of team orders Formula 1 is sure to provide excitement and entertainment to its millions of followers.