Briony DixonBriony Dixon

I have been an avid fan of Formula One since the early nineties and am a big supporter of Michael Schumacher. Never without a strong opinion about events in Formula One, I decided to start a blog about a year ago, and that has led to writing for Beyond the Flag.

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Formula One: Changes for 2013

Although changes in Formula 1 for 2013 are not on the scale planned for racing in 2014, there will be some notable differences. Use of DRS The way in which the Drag Reduction System (DRS) is used in practice…Read More

Driver Line Ups For 2013: An Update

As the off season rolls on, more seats for the 2013 season are being snapped up, leaving just two remaining vacancies. Still to confirm their complete driver line ups are Force India and Caterham. This…Read More

Norbert Haug Leaves Mercedes: Who Will Fill the Hole?

The circumstances surrounding the sudden departure of Norbert Haug  from his position as Chief of Motorsport for Mercedes, seem distinctly similar to those under which Michael Schumacher made his exit…Read More

Jenson Button: A Leader To Look Up To

Jenson Button has been talking about his role as lead driver in the McLaren team  following Lewis Hamilton’s switch to Mercedes for the forthcoming season.  When asked by the Press Association…Read More

Highlights Of Michael Schumacher’s Comeback

As it did the first time round, The Brazilian Grand Prix saw the retirement of the most successful Formula One driver ever, Michael Schumacher.  Having come out of retirement to join Mercedes in 2010,…Read More

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Changes In Dates For Formula One Races In 2013

Following the announcement that the much anticipated race in New Jersey will not become a reality until…Read More

Ferrari’s bitter reaction to yellow flag incident

Sadly, Ferrari’s invite to the FIA to investigate whether Sebastian Vettel overtook under yellow flags…Read More

Formula One: Who Stays and Who Goes?

As the racing season closes the Formula One chasm opens,  ready to collect those considered as not possessing…Read More

Alonso or Vettel: Who Was Most Deserving of the Title?

Adding another record to his ever increasing tally, Sebastian Vettel became the youngest winner of three…Read More

F1: An Electrifying Finale in Brazil

Brazil certainly did deliver the unexpected.  An absolutely electrifying race delivered action from…Read More

Formula 1: Will Brazil Deliver the Unexpected?

It’s 2008 and lap 69 of the final race of the season at Interlagos, Brazil.  Felipe Massa is leading…Read More

US Grand Prix: Hamilton’s Drive Keeps Title Hopes Alive

The inaugural United States Grand Prix at Austin, Texas was steeped in drama before the red lights went…Read More

Formula 1: Friday Practice 1 in Austin

The first man to experience The Circuit of the Americas in Austin was Kimi Raikkonen, a possible necessary…Read More

United States Grand Prix Preview

Though fully prepared for racing at The Circuit of the Americas due to endless time spent in simulators,…Read More

American Feeder Series to Provide New F1 Talent?

Low spectator numbers have plagued Formula One in the United States over the years, resulting in moves…Read More

Romain Grosjean Under Pressure

Last week saw the Young Driver’s Tests at the Yas Marina circuit in Abu Dhabi.  This event  gives…Read More

A Rosy Future for Formula One in the United States.

Formula One racing in the United States has had a chequered history over the years.  1908 saw the commencement…Read More

Did McLaren Make the Right Decision Hiring Sergio Perez?

Sergio Perez was handed a ten second stop go penalty for causing a multiple car incident  when attempting…Read More

Abu Dhabi Win by Kimi Raikkonen Heats Up the Title Race

With a perfect lighting start, Kimi Raikkonen was victorious in a thrilling race in Abu Dhabi.  Lotus…Read More

Shaking Things Up: Circuit of the Americas

Lotus reserve driver, Jerome D’Ambrosio, has had the honour of being the only current driver in…Read More