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Roller-coaster season has Bourdais wondering if he'll have a job in 2009

Dan Knutson, Special to ESPN.com

It's out of Sebastien Bourdais' hands. Will his marked improvement over the course of 2008 be enough to convince the powers that be at Scuderia Toro Rosso that he should return to the cockpit for '09? Bourdais can only wonder, writes Dan Knutson.

Story | Conversation | December 03, 2008

Vettel seriously going places, but don't compare him to Schumi

Dan Knutson, Special to ESPN.com

Sebastian Vettel won his first grand prix sooner than all but the most ardent fans who make Michael Schumacher comparisons could have hoped for. Baby Schumi? Don't get carried away, but the future is promising, writes Dan Knutson.

Story | Conversation | September 18, 2008

F1 drivers eager to check out picturesque new Valencia track

Dan Knutson, Special to ESPN.com

The new street circuit in Valencia, Spain, appears wide and fast. What to really expect in Sunday's European Grand Prix? No one knows for sure, and that makes the whole exercise unfolding with Friday's first practice that much more exciting for the drivers, writes Dan Knutson.

Story | Conversation | August 21, 2008

Bourdais' transition to F1's Toro Rosso 'all coming together'

Dan Knutson, Special to ESPN.com

Just call them "the Sebs." Four-time Champ Car king Sebastien Bourdais and newcomer Sebastian Vettel make up the dream team lineup for F1 team Toro Rosso, writes Dan Knutson.

Story | Conversation | January 25, 2008

Kubica off to strong start as Turkish GP looms

Dan Knutson, Special to ESPN.com

Robert Kubica is learning the ropes while trying to earn a ride on the BMW Sauber team. Poland's first F1 driver has already overcome a lot, writes Dan Knutson.

Story | Conversation | August 24, 2006

Under the radar, Monteiro has had his moments

Dan Knutson, Special to ESPN.com

Lost in the shuffle among the mega-stars of F1, Tiago Monteiro has very quietly put together a rookie season worthy of praise.

Story | Conversation | September 30, 2005

Karthikeyan carries India's expectations well

Dan Knutson, Special to ESPN.com

Say the name: Narain Karthikeyan. If you don't know it yet, you should. He's India's first and only F1 star.

Story | Conversation | April 02, 2005

Justin Wilson

Dan Knutson, ESPN.com

Take a look back at Justin Wilson's season, and a peek forward at what's to come.

Story | Conversation | February 20, 2003

Economic woes have FIA, race teams eyeing common goal: to cut costs

Dan Knutson, Special to ESPN.com

Talk of standardized engines and gearboxes in 2010 has critics saying F1 will lose its appeal if it turns into a spec-car series. That may not happen, but one thing is certain: The FIA and race teams agree the blank-check mentality of Formula One racing needs an overhaul, writes Dan Knutson.

Story | Conversation | October 22, 2008

Hamilton hoping to put title contenders further adrift in Hungary

Dan Knutson, Special to ESPN.com

The F1 title is certainly still up for grabs after 10 of 18 races, but front-runner Lewis Hamilton is looking stronger by the week as the series heads into Sunday's Hungarian Grand Prix, writes Dan Knutson.

Story | Conversation | August 01, 2008

2008 F1 title chase likely a two-team battle between Ferrari, McLaren

Dan Knutson, Special to ESPN.com

Raikkonen or Hamilton? Ferrari or McLaren? Which drivers and teams have the inside track to 2008 Formula One bragging rights? Dan Knutson breaks down the players and the poseurs, one team at a time.

Story | Conversation | March 08, 2008

F1 'rookie' Glock comes with a ton of racing experience

Dan Knutson, Special to ESPN.com

Timo Glock has raced against and beaten Lewis Hamilton. He scored points in his first Formula One race in 2004. He was Champ Car rookie of the year in 2005. He may be an F1 rookie for Toyota in 2008, but in name only, writes Dan Knutson.

Story | Conversation | February 21, 2008

Walking in father's racing shoes not necessarily a good thing in F1

Dan Knutson, Special to ESPN.com

Having a famous father driving in Formula 1 can open a lot of doors for an ambitious son. Problem is, when your dad is Nelson Piquet, you've got some big shoes to fill, writes Dan Knutson.

Story | Conversation | February 15, 2008

Seven-time F1 champ Schumacher keeping plenty busy

Dan Knutson, Special to ESPN.com

Let's get this straight. Michael Schumacher is not retired. He may not be racing Formula One cars, but he's doing just about everything else under the sun to occupy his time, writes Dan Knutson.

Story | Conversation | December 20, 2007

2007 season in review: Fines, flips, parties ... and a whole lotta racing

Dan Knutson, Special to ESPN.com

From McLaren's record $100 million fine to Lewis Hamilton's stunning rookie debut to Robert Kubica's terrifying crash in Canada, the 2007 F1 season offered a veritable smorgasbord of all things racing.

Story | Conversation | December 18, 2007