Villeneuve commits himself to BAR

JULY 24, 2000

Villeneuve commits himself to BAR

JACQUES VILLENEUVE ended speculation surrounding his future on Monday night by committing his future to British American Racing after agreeing a new three-year deal.

The Canadian, a world champion in 1997 with Williams, completed negotiations with managing director Craig Pollock to end rumors that he would quit the Brackley-based team in favor of a move to Benetton.

"We are absolutely delighted with Jacques' decision and the fact he has registered a significant vote of confidence in British American Racing," Pollock said.

"Jacques has been an integral part of the team since its formation two years ago, and his commitment to stay indicates that he shares our belief that this is an organization with which he can win races, and ultimately the world championship, in the future."

Other stories for JULY 24, 2000

TWO DAY QUALIFYING SUPPORTED BY BERNIE

NEW CHAIRMAN FOR TOYOTA MOTORSPORT

MCLAREN PREPARE FOR HAKKINEN HEARING RESULT

MANSELL CRITICIZES SAFETY CONSCIOUS

HERBERT ATTENDS CART RACE

DE LA ROSA VOWS TO STAY IN FORMULA ONE

VILLENEUVE COMMITS HIMSELF TO BAR

BUTTON HOPES RAISED AS VILLENEUVE STAYS