Formula 1

So, the question becomes - is F1 the silliest, most paranoid sport on the planet?

>>McLaren face scrutiny over Alonso

Formula One's governing body has stepped in to ensure McLaren give equal treatment to Fernando Alonso and Lewis Hamilton at the Brazilian Grand Prix.

The FIA is appointing a special scrutineer for the Brazilian Grand Prix to ensure there is no favouritism.

Heading into the deciding race on 21 October Hamilton has a four-point over Alonso, who has become increasingly isolated within the team.<<

Also, like that'll stop the mechanics justifiably putting a spanner in Alonso's works.

Went to Idlewild gig

My ears may recover. My heart probably won't. They're so sweet, in an utterly un-twee way.