Barrichello returns to scene of crime

Rubens Barrichello returns to Austria this weekend for the first time since last year’s Ferrari-engineered farce believing his career has benefited from being ordered to move over for team-mate Michael Schumacher.

The Brazilian admits the call from his bosses, which provoked worldwide outrage at the A1-Ring 12 months ago and led many to fear the death of Formula One, had an historical impact on the sport.