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from: Sean Rima
date: 2004-02-26 18:13:22
subject: F1: Action needed on backmarkers

By Nikki Reynolds, F1 Editor - Motorsport.com

The Grand Prix Drivers' Association (GPDA) is calling on the FIA to award
more stringent penalties to backmarkers who hamper other drivers.
Clarification of the blue flag situation, where backmarkers have to get out
of the way, is required and Michael Schumacher has already discussed the
situation with FIA race director Charlie Whiting.

"We want a consistent stance on the situation so that everybody knows the
rules before Melbourne," Mark Webber, a member of the GPDA, told Autosport.
"I know Michael has spoken to Charlie and I think this is going to mean a
lot more disciplinary action in terms of drivers."

[...]

For the full story, visit
http://www.motorsport.com/news/article.asp?ID=146440&F=N


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