From the Archive : The 2009 Abu Dhabi GP

Posted on November 27, 2015.

Both have moved to other pastures!
Both have moved to other pastures!

This weekend is the final Grand Prix of the 2015 season, in Abu Dhabi. The first GP there took place in 2009 and so we have gone back into the website archives to see what happened.

Whilst it was a dull race with a Red Bull one-two at the front there was some fabulous other stuff going on, as always most of it in the paddock.

Toyota and Bridgestone both announced their withdrawal, Mercedes dumped McLaren and went off to buy Brawn instead with an unlikely rumour that Schuey would drive for them, an unknown Austrian called Toto Wolff bought a share of Williams, Donington’s attempt to get the British GP finally collapsed into administration, and the Battle of the Babes seems to have been decisively won by Jessica on the basis that Nicole has disappeared…

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Our Club is looking for members who have experience in managing social media, marketing, or digital communications to help us strengthen our online presence.

We know we have a wealth of talent and experience within our membership, and we’re hoping a number of you with the requisite ‘social’ skills can join our working group to develop a simple social media strategy that will support the Club’s future growth.

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Our Club is looking for members who have experience in managing social media, marketing, or digital communications to help us strengthen our online presence. We know we have a wealth of talent and experience within our membership, and we’re hoping a number of you with the requisite ‘social’ skills can join our working group to develop a simple social media strategy that will support the Club’s future growth. As part of our Social Media WG you’ll be lending your expertise to help us: * Create a straightforward digital strategy and content plan. * Advise on how we can attract new members and engage our existing community. * Help establish a consistent and professional online presence. * Give consideration to platforms, creativity, integration, tools and analytics. You won’t be required to manage or post on our social media accounts, it’s more a case of sharing your expertise, providing guidance and helping us formulate a strategy. If you have experience in this area and would be willing to volunteer some of your time, please get in touch with [email protected]. Your knowledge and support would be hugely appreciated!
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There's still time to join the upcoming track day at Brands Hatch on 29th July - any Ferrari welcome. Nervous about taking your Ferrari on track? We have a team of driver coaches available to help you get the most out of your time on track.

Club members can book when logged in at ferrariownersclub.co.uk or by calling the team at Cavallino House on 01327 855430.
There's still time to join the upcoming track day at Brands Hatch on 29th July - any Ferrari welcome. Nervous about taking your Ferrari on track? We have a team of driver coaches available to help you get the most out of your time on track.

Club members can book when logged in at ferrariownersclub.co.uk or by calling the team at Cavallino House on 01327 855430.
There's still time to join the upcoming track day at Brands Hatch on 29th July - any Ferrari welcome. Nervous about taking your Ferrari on track? We have a team of driver coaches available to help you get the most out of your time on track.

Club members can book when logged in at ferrariownersclub.co.uk or by calling the team at Cavallino House on 01327 855430.
There's still time to join the upcoming track day at Brands Hatch on 29th July - any Ferrari welcome. Nervous about taking your Ferrari on track? We have a team of driver coaches available to help you get the most out of your time on track. Club members can book when logged in at ferrariownersclub.co.uk or by calling the team at Cavallino House on 01327 855430.
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Watch a mix of classic Ferrari tipos including 308GT4, 328 GTB/S, 348, 456GT and F355 Challenge battle for P1 in the Superformance Ferrari Club Classic racing from the Oulton Park Supercar Pageant LIVE this Saturday, online with the following links:

Race 1 @ 14:05: https://www.youtube.com/live/FLGRBrKXS-o
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Which is your favourite classic racing Ferrari?
Watch a mix of classic Ferrari tipos including 308GT4, 328 GTB/S, 348, 456GT and F355 Challenge battle for P1 in the Superformance Ferrari Club Classic racing from the Oulton Park Supercar Pageant LIVE this Saturday, online with the following links:

Race 1 @ 14:05: https://www.youtube.com/live/FLGRBrKXS-o
Race 2 @ 17:55: https://www.youtube.com/live/t5nxnp9JwZI

Which is your favourite classic racing Ferrari?
Watch a mix of classic Ferrari tipos including 308GT4, 328 GTB/S, 348, 456GT and F355 Challenge battle for P1 in the Superformance Ferrari Club Classic racing from the Oulton Park Supercar Pageant LIVE this Saturday, online with the following links:

Race 1 @ 14:05: https://www.youtube.com/live/FLGRBrKXS-o
Race 2 @ 17:55: https://www.youtube.com/live/t5nxnp9JwZI

Which is your favourite classic racing Ferrari?
Watch a mix of classic Ferrari tipos including 308GT4, 328 GTB/S, 348, 456GT and F355 Challenge battle for P1 in the Superformance Ferrari Club Classic racing from the Oulton Park Supercar Pageant LIVE this Saturday, online with the following links:

Race 1 @ 14:05: https://www.youtube.com/live/FLGRBrKXS-o
Race 2 @ 17:55: https://www.youtube.com/live/t5nxnp9JwZI

Which is your favourite classic racing Ferrari?
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A full report and photos will be coming soon, however for now here is a small selection to whet the appetite.
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A full report and photos will be coming soon, however for now here is a small selection to whet the appetite.
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A full report and photos will be coming soon, however for now here is a small selection to whet the appetite.
What a fantastic weekend at @prescottspeedhillclimb for the National Ferrari Owners' Day. 200+ Ferraris made the journey to the spiritual home of the Club (the FOC originally forming from the Bugatti Owners' Club in 1967) and alongside the Club Concours sponsored by @lockton_performance, members got to enjoy one of the best rounds from the @superformance.co.uk Ferrari Hillclimb Championship this year.

A full report and photos will be coming soon, however for now here is a small selection to whet the appetite.
What a fantastic weekend at @prescottspeedhillclimb for the National Ferrari Owners' Day. 200+ Ferraris made the journey to the spiritual home of the Club (the FOC originally forming from the Bugatti Owners' Club in 1967) and alongside the Club Concours sponsored by @lockton_performance, members got to enjoy one of the best rounds from the @superformance.co.uk Ferrari Hillclimb Championship this year.

A full report and photos will be coming soon, however for now here is a small selection to whet the appetite.
What a fantastic weekend at @prescottspeedhillclimb for the National Ferrari Owners' Day. 200+ Ferraris made the journey to the spiritual home of the Club (the FOC originally forming from the Bugatti Owners' Club in 1967) and alongside the Club Concours sponsored by @lockton_performance, members got to enjoy one of the best rounds from the @superformance.co.uk Ferrari Hillclimb Championship this year.

A full report and photos will be coming soon, however for now here is a small selection to whet the appetite.
What a fantastic weekend at @prescottspeedhillclimb for the National Ferrari Owners' Day. 200+ Ferraris made the journey to the spiritual home of the Club (the FOC originally forming from the Bugatti Owners' Club in 1967) and alongside the Club Concours sponsored by @lockton_performance, members got to enjoy one of the best rounds from the @superformance.co.uk Ferrari Hillclimb Championship this year.

A full report and photos will be coming soon, however for now here is a small selection to whet the appetite.
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A full report and photos will be coming soon, however for now here is a small selection to whet the appetite.
What a fantastic weekend at @prescottspeedhillclimb for the National Ferrari Owners' Day. 200+ Ferraris made the journey to the spiritual home of the Club (the FOC originally forming from the Bugatti Owners' Club in 1967) and alongside the Club Concours sponsored by @lockton_performance, members got to enjoy one of the best rounds from the @superformance.co.uk Ferrari Hillclimb Championship this year.

A full report and photos will be coming soon, however for now here is a small selection to whet the appetite.
What a fantastic weekend at @prescottspeedhillclimb for the National Ferrari Owners' Day. 200+ Ferraris made the journey to the spiritual home of the Club (the FOC originally forming from the Bugatti Owners' Club in 1967) and alongside the Club Concours sponsored by @lockton_performance, members got to enjoy one of the best rounds from the @superformance.co.uk Ferrari Hillclimb Championship this year. A full report and photos will be coming soon, however for now here is a small selection to whet the appetite.
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