The Ferrari team have denied that a engine deal was made with the Sauber team. Ferrari spokesman Giancarlo Baccini said the teams were discussing the transfer of Ferrari V10 know-how and not finished engines.

The Sauber team made the announced of the deal yesterday but according to Ferrari they are still negotiating and no deal has been made yet.

Philips Car Systems have withdraw themselves from sponsoring Jos Verstappen, they believe the dutchman has not performed well enough in the last season. This decision makes it very difficult for Verstappen to get a seat for next year.