Magny-Cours in 1997; Estoril; Roundup
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Friday February 23, 1996

Magny-Cours in 1997

The Grand Prix of France will be held at Magny-Cours in 1997. It was decided by the French, some weeks ago, that the Grand Prix would return to Le Castellet (Paul Ricard) for five years from next year, but there was already an agreement between the FOCA and Magny-Cours for 1997. The officials at Paul Ricard said: "Bernie Ecclestone informed us that an agreement has already been made with Magny-Cours."


Estoril

Schumacher tested the new F 310, flown over from Italy last night, at Estoril (Portugal) but could only drive a total of five laps because the fuel pump broke down, he drove a best time of 1:23.23. Schumacher's time is running out before the start of the new season. Verstappen could only drive 8 laps because the support of the rear wing broke.


Roundup

  • Schumacher is most likely going to make an appearance in this year's ITC (touringcar) championship in an Alfa. He will start at Nürnburgring or at Hockenheim. Names like: Alain Prost and Nigel Mansell are also mentioned.
  • The Italian Luca Badoer has signed with the Forti-Ford team, filling the last seat for the 1996 season.
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