After this week’s building rumors that US F1, the Charlotte-based Formula 1 program established by Peter Windsor and Ken Anderson, was on the verge of shutting down, fuel was added to the fire when the team’s website went off line. However, the team has since released a statement indicating that it was continuing its efforts to prepare for the 2010 season, although its announced plans to compete with Argentine driver Jose Maria Lopez remain in a state of flux …Â Details
Gettin’ Broke Off
An Interview With Morgan Wade
Text and photos by Ryan Fudger.
I’ve spent a good few minutes with Morgan…we’ve had our ups and downs. I’ve told him tricks were a bad idea only to have him laugh in my face when he pulled it first try. I’ve seen him take the beating of a lifetime on something not worth the hassle. And I’ve witnessed Morgan do a couple of the craziest things I’ve seen with my own two eyes. Through it all, Morgan has taken more than his share of injuries, and  … Details
Oracle Corp. Chief Executive and multibillionaire Larry Ellison won the America’s Cup on Sunday, claiming sailing’s most prestigious trophy for San Francisco’s Golden Gate Yacht Club. Now he hopes to bring the next edition of the regatta—which will likely be held in about three years—to San Francisco itself.
Mr. Ellison, 65 years old, cultivated his passion for competitive sailing in San Francisco Bay, which he dubs “a wonderful natural amphitheater for sailing.” He adds, “I’m not sure there’s any place in the world that is better for viewers.”  … Details