APRIL 17, 2003

Bud for Ferrari?

The word in the paddock in Imola is that the giant US brewing firm Anheuser-Busch brewery, the world's largest beer-making company, is to become a sponsor of the Ferrari team next year. The deal makes a lot of sense given Ferrari's red and white color scheme and Bud's international ambitions.

The company has been a major sponsor in US racing for many years, notably with Bobby Rahal.