There is a certain irony in the fact that Renault and McLaren are admitting unrest over what some call satellite teams and others B-teams, being that both, in their illustrious, long histories, have been involved in such programmes. Both have expressed unhappiness over the practice, claiming that it will help circumvent the proposed budget cap while also allowing the bigger teams additional political clout. Citing the relationship between Ferrari and Alfa Romeo, they are also clearly troubled by the Maranello outfit's ties with Haas, concerns that have deepened as the American team has become more competitive. 'I think the way the sport has grown has enabled teams to be able to do new...
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