Bernie Ecclestone has ruled out the broadcasting of grands prix on the internet. The F1 chief executive, however, has acknowledged that despite his disparagement of things like social media, the sport must develop in this area. Forbes reports that plans are afoot for an enhanced digital media department for F1, with more staff to develop a better website, app and Twitter experience, and eventually Facebook page. But F1 business journalist Christian Sylt says F1 'will never upload race footage to Youtube as it could cannibalise its television rights deals'. Asked if F1's Youtube channel will have any actual track footage of the cars, 84-year-old Ecclestone answered simply: 'No.' Marissa...
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