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	Silverstone Circuit - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Silverstone Circuit is a racing circuit at Silverstone, England.
		The 1950 British Grand Prix at Silverstone was the first race in the newly-created Formula One World Championship.
		Half the circuit is in Northamptonshire and half is in Buckinghamshire, roughly equidistant from Milton Keynes, Northampton and Oxford.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Silverstone_Circuit (509 words)

	Silverstone Circuit: Facts and details from Encyclopedia Topic (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Silverstone Circuit is a racing circuit at Silverstone Silverstone quick summary:
		Silverstone is a medium sized village in northamptonshire, england....
		Raf silverstone, located in northamptonshire, was a royal air force bomber station opened in 1943 during world war ii....
	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/S/Si/Silverstone_Circuit.htm (558 words)

	Silverstone - A circuit steeped in history \| F1.on.net \| Formula 1 Online NEWS \| F1, Formula 1
		Unlike other British circuits, it has the advantage of space, with ample room to expand and even the legendary traffic access nightmare through the small Northamptonshire country lanes is expected to be solved by a new motorway link between the M1 and the M40 that will have an exit dedicated to the race circuit.
		The fastest lap of the 1950 race on the original 4,7 kms circuit was set by winner Giuseppe Farina's Alfa Romeo at 153 kph and in 1985 Keke Rosberg was the first to break the 160mph barrier with his Williams when he took the pole at 259 kph (160.9 mph).
		The present circuit length stands at 5.140 kms since the recent additions of a new loop to slow the cars and chicanes at the famous Woodcote corner leading onto the pit straight.
	www.f1.on.net /view.asp?id=1033 (562 words)

	pitpass - the latest, hottest F1 & A1GP news
		Silverstone was chosen for special attention by the British Racing Drivers' club because of its location - it was within easy reach of both London and the Midlands.
		The first Silverstone circuit was formed by using a combination of runways and perimeter tracks, and the second layout in 1949 did the same, but arrived at a different layout.
		Silverstone first ran the British GP as a Championship event in 1950, indeed it was the very first WC race.
	www.pitpass.com /src/circuits/silverstone.php (730 words)

	Circuit Driver - Silverstone GP circuit information (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Home of the British Grand Prix, Silverstone has been on the receiving end of some rather unfair criticism recently but that doesn't change the fact that it is a great circuit and a must drive.
		The Grand Prix circuit in particular cannot be matched in terms of scale by any other UK track.
		The basic shape of the old circuit is still visible but there are many new squiggles on the map.
	www.circuitdriver.com /guides/silverstone.asp (282 words)

	Silverstone - Hutchinson encyclopedia article about Silverstone (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Britain's oldest motor-racing circuit, opened on 2 October 1948.
		It is situated near Towcester, Northamptonshire, and was built on a disused airfield after World War II.
		This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional.
	encyclopedia.farlex.com /Silverstone (164 words)

	rpm.espn.com: Stewart: Attacks are 'unwarranted'
		Silverstone hosted the first Formula One race in 1950 but its place on the calendar has been in doubt for the past three years as it has fallen behind other countries with far more modern facilities.
		Ecclestone said at the weekend that the circuit was an embarrassment and accused the owners of wasting funds earmarked for development.
		Williams said Silverstone, which hosted the very first Formula One race in 1950, was a great event and part of the sport's fabric.
	espn.go.com /rpm/f1/2003/0619/1570458.html (1162 words)

	Silverstone - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		About half a mile to the south of the village is the world famous Silverstone Circuit, traditionally the home of the British Grand Prix.
		For one week in the year it gets a bit hectic, but for the rest of the time it is a pleasant shire village with a healthy community spirit.
		There are two schools, Silverstone County Infants' School, and Silverstone Church of England Junior School.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Silverstone (268 words)

	The Official Formula 1 Website (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		The circuit was fast and challenging and in 1949 the shape was formed that remains the basis of the track to this day.
		From 1955 the British Grand Prix swapped venues between Aintree and Silverstone, but with the advent of the 1960s, Aintree fell out of favour and the race was switched between Silverstone and Brands Hatch.
		In 1987, with speeds at the circuit reaching astounding levels, a corner was built before Woodcote, and in 1992 a new complex of corners was created between Farm and Woodcote.
	www.formula1.com /race/circuitdetail/758.html (416 words)

	Silverstone Guide 2003 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Map showing the location of Silverstone Circuit which is some 60 miles north of London between two motorways - the M40 to the west (please note: not the M4 as incorrectly shown on the map above) and the M1 to the east.
		For members who are not familiar with Silverstone it is essential you pack at least two extra sweaters and windproof and waterproof outerclothing and stout footwear.
		Silverstone is up on a plateau (a former wartime airfield) which catches the wind and rain.
	www.v8register.net /subpages/Silverstone2003.htm (2207 words)

	BMW WilliamsF1 2005 British GP Preview \|\| Williams F1 - Unofficial Williams F1 News and Views (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Silverstone is a true racer's circuit, one that demands courage from the drivers and precision set-up from the cars.
		Silverstone is a high speed circuit, with fast changes of direction and three straights that reward power.
		"Silverstone is one of the most traditional venues on the race calendar and, even after all this time, it remains one of the most popular circuits.
	www.sportnetwork.net /main/s107/st76325.htm?fromrss=1 (924 words)

	Archive: Circuit Guide, Silverstone
		A fast and flowing circuit teamed up with sweeping bends and tight and twisty corners, Silverstone is a fairly low downforce circuit and one that is enjoyable for both driver and spectator.
		The surrounding area of the circuits relies on the income brought in from the racing, particularly the weekend of the British Grand Prix, which provides the community with a colossal £20 million.
		During July, it is all racing-fever in Silverstone; some stay to join in the fun, whilst others go on their annual holiday to escape the fun and frolics the racing weekend brings.
	f1rumors.net /articles/2000/04/guide-silverstone.html (1541 words)

	F1.y2u.co.uk - Formula One Motor Racing - All you need to know
		On Sunday, the second of the qualifying sessions, drivers are to take to the circuit with their race fuel load.
		The glamour and history of the Monaco race are the primary reasons the circuit is still in use, since it does not meet the strict safety requirements imposed on other tracks.
		A typical circuit usually features a stretch of straight road on which the starting grid is situated.
	f1.y2u.co.uk (2504 words)

	Silverstone: Good-Bye to all That (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Leaving Circuit de Magny-Cours in Nevers, France, we cross the English Channel to a converted airfield in Northamptonshire that is the original home of the British Grand Prix: Silverstone.
		Silverstone has gone through nine different layouts in 50 years and was radically changed in 1991, with the addition of the Priory-to-Luffield complex.
		Having realistically began his F1 career in Silverstone, in 1992, this weekend is going to be the closing of a circle for Damon Hill and race fans all over the world.
	www.atlasf1.com /99/bri/preview/tytler.html (2773 words)

	Grand Prix Challenge Circuit Histories FAQ - IGN FAQs
		The Silverstone International circuit (used for the British TOCA series) shares much of the same pavement as the Grand Prix circuit used for the annual F1 Grand Prix of Great Britain; in fact, the pavement for the two circuits even cross at approximately two-thirds of the way around the International circuit.
		The circuit was redone in 1949 and assumed a configuration roughly equivalent to that in current use.
		This is a tricky circuit, categorized primarily by the tight La Source hairpin just beyond the Start/Finish Line, and the long, snaking, steep, uphill climb up Eau Rouge to the tree-lined Kemmel Straight (the highest area of the circuit).
	faqs.ign.com /articles/389/389006p1.html (4459 words)

	Circuit Driver - In-car Active - Reviews
		As an introduction Circuit Driver magazine has produced the first in a series of In-car Active DVD-ROMs showing how to drive all three of Silverstone's circuits (grand prix, national and international) with commentary from racer and journalist Mark Hales at the wheel of a competition Caterham.
		Although printed circuit guides have existed for some time, most are based on simple line diagrams and are difficult to remember once you're behind the wheel.
		It's likely to take them some time to cover all the UK's circuits but I certainly hope they do as it's the best way I've encountered to study technique"...."Forget the Playstation as practice, set up this DVD for continual play on your PC and you'll be taking the right line around Silverstone in your sleep.
	www.circuitdriver.com /incaractive/icareviews.asp (1006 words)

	Silverstone Circuit 16th April 2001 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Steve Plater took another step towards the Superbike rostrum at Silverstone, claiming a career first front row start on the factory Kawasaki during a hotly contested Dunlop Superpole shootout.
		"We found a good race set-up during testing at Silverstone on Thursday and, with both riders qualifying in the top five, I'm confident that we'll be challenging for the podium in tomorrow's two races" commented team manager, Simon Buckmaster.
		McCarthy, who heads the series after the opening round at Donington, was pleased to be on the front row for the 18-lapper around the 2.25-mile Northamptonshire circuit.
	www.stickyrubber.com /bsb/2001/silverstone_qual.html (806 words)

	SI.com - Motor Sports - Kilted demonstrator disrupts British Grand Prix - Sunday July 20, 2003 12:46 PM
		But they also refrained from blaming the Silverstone circuit after an unidentified 56-year-old man ran on to the track during the British Grand Prix.
		He was dragged off the circuit and bundled to the ground by a marshal as the safety car came out to slow the drivers.
		Silverstone, seen by many as the track with the poorest facilities in Europe, suffered an infamous track invasion in 1992 when thousands of fans swarmed on to the circuit after Briton Nigel Mansell won his home grand prix.
	sportsillustrated.cnn.com /motorsports/news/2003/07/20/british_protest (718 words)

	Cycle News Mobile (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Both riders will be looking to build on their success in the recent fourth round at Monza, Italy when Muggeridge recorded his season’s best results of sixth and fourth places, while Vermeulen took his first victory of the campaign in race two.
		It would have been nice to go back to the same circuit to try and repeat that success but we’ll be using the shorter one this year.
		Silverstone is a place that holds good memories for me, having won the Supersport race there in 2003 and then taking my very first Superbike victory last year.
	www.cyclenews.com /mobile/mShowStory.asp?HeadlineID=7637 (584 words)

	Archive: Grand Prix, Silverstone 2000: Previews
		The circuit is quite hard on tyres and while Bridgestone will be using both the soft and medium tyres, the choice is perhaps not as obvious as at some other circuits.
		Silverstone 1999, of course, brought the downturn in Michael Schumacher's title hopes, when he crashed on the opening lap of the race, and broke a leg.
		Silverstone is more severe on tyres than the previous three circuits on which we have raced so far this year.
	f1rumors.net /articles/2000/04/team-preview (6049 words)

	Silverstone Race Track Days - Buyagift UK - Silverstone Circuit UK
		The Silverstone race track has witnessed some of the best moments in motor racing history over the years and now you have the chance to experience it yourself.
		Push this classic to the limit with three laps of adrenaline fuelled excitement around the demanding Silverstone Southern Circuit.
		Three cars to drive and the prestigious Silverstone venue at your disposal, this experience will have you smiling for days afterwards.
	www.buyagift.co.uk /silverstone_race_track.html (555 words)

	Honda Acura Forum - Tech and Performance Forums for Civic, Integra, Accord & more - British GP Preview Team by Team (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		The Silverstone race is another 'home' event for Williams' Anglo-German partnership with BMW and is especially poignant as it was the venue for Williams' first race victory in 1979, as well as their 100th GP win in 1997 with Jacques Villeneuve.
		Honda arrives at Silverstone for the British Grand Prix on Sunday, the home race not only for Honda's two partner teams Jordan and BAR - both of which are situated within a few kilometres of the circuit gates - but also for the Japanese company.
		Silverstone is almost a second base for the team as much of its test programme is completed at the British track.
	www.superhonda.com /forum/showthread.php?t=44097 (5707 words)

	rpm.espn.com: Improvements made to roads, traffic
		SILVERSTONE, England -- Formula One chief Bernie Ecclestone may not have been impressed, but British Grand Prix organizers said they were winning the battle to restore Silverstone's tarnished image.
		After years of traffic congestion had threatened the circuit's future, new roads and an extensive revamp of parking facilities led to a considerable improvement following threats last year to drop the venue from the sport's calendar.
		Bain said memories of 2000, when newspapers splashed photographs of spectators wading through mud and cars bogged down in quagmires after battling through congested lanes, were history.
	espn.go.com /rpm/f1/2002/0707/1402959.html (517 words)

	BBC SPORT \| Motorsport \| Formula One \| Circuit Guide \| Silverstone, UK (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Silverstone's mix of corners make it a good test of the abilities of car and driver, but overtaking is difficult.
		Becketts and Copse, in particular, are daunting tests for man and machine - and provide spectators with a glimpse of an F1 car's awesome capabilities.
		Following some much-needed investment, Silverstone has made efforts in recent years to improve its facilities.
	news.bbc.co.uk /sport1/hi/motorsport/formula_one/circuit_guide/4250951.stm (167 words)

	Toseland Looking For Strong Showing In Front Of British Fans At Silverstone News Article // RoadracingWorld.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		Silverstone (UK), Thursday 26 May: Silverstone Circuit in Northants is the venue for round 5 of the World Superbike Championship this weekend, but it won't be the legendary Formula 1 track that greets Ducati Xerox Team riders James Toseland and RÃ©gis Laconi as they attempt to build on their positive Monza form.
		After last year's high-speed thriller around the one of the fastest circuits in the world, the reigning world champion and his French team-mate will line up on the grid on Sunday for 28 laps of the shorter 3.561 km (2.213 miles) International Circuit, used in the popular British Superbike championship.
		Now the circuit is not so fast, so the settings will be different, but it will still be a great track to race on".
	www.roadracingworld.com /news/article?article=22977 (794 words)

	Motor Sports News Article \| Reuters.co.uk (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
		BRDC president Jackie Stewart believes the modernisation of the circuit, which is based at a former RAF site, is the only way to guarantee the future of the British Formula One Grand Prix after its current deal runs out in 2009.
		The non-profit making BRDC, which owns the Silverstone circuit, held a an Extraordinary General Meeting on Wednesday to vote on putting the facility under the control of Northern Racing, a company which runs nine British horse racing venues.
		Originally a wartime airfield, Silverstone was converted to racing in 1948 when a track using runways and a perimeter road was created.
	go.reuters.co.uk /newsArticle.jhtml?type=motorSportsNews&storyID=11334597§ion=news&src=rss/uk/motorSportsNews (487 words)

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