For Rubens, dialogue in the family Piquet avoid the scandal of Singapore

For Rubens Barrichello, deputy leader of the Formula 1 championship, the scandal at the Singapore Grand Prix last year could have been avoided if Piquet had talked to his father, the triple champion Nelson Piquet. In an interview with the "stars" from TV Globo, Rubens said dialogue was missing when the Renault driver then received a controversial order to hit on purpose in order to benefit from Spain's Fernando Alonso.

- I think I missed a bit of dialogue. The Nelson himself said he had embarrassed to talk to the father. If I had spoken, Nelson Piquet could have driven him not to do.

The controversial case involving the Renault came to light Aug. 30 when the commentator for TV Globo Reginaldo Leme revealed that the International Automobile Federation (FIA) was investigating the accident of Nelson Piquet Grand Prix in Singapore in 2008, a fact crucial to the Fernando Alonso's victory. Flavio Briatore, the former chief of staff, would have sent the Brazilian beat of purpose on lap 16. The board of the FIA banned Briatore Formula 1. Renault was suspended for two years, but only need to fulfill the punishment if returned to commit another offense. Piquet and Alonso were acquitted.

On Sunday, Nelson Piquet said Renault would sue if it does not make a formal apology.

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Juninho: 'The Flemish is not only Adriano'

Rise in the Brazilian Championship, Flamengo has the figure of striker Adriano in a reference field. However, players like Petkovic, Ze Roberto, for example, have gained prominence. Aware of the cast of the opponent, the defender Juninho warned fellow Botafogo.

- The Flemish is not only Adriano, even though he is an excellent player. Their team is on the rise, has the Pet playing well, Ze Roberto flying, the wings and strength always, Maldonado providing security ... But we also have players who can decide and we are growing production - warned.

Besides praising the cast opponent, the captain reminded alvinegro the climate surrounding the classic. For him, even the most disputed among the locals.

- Botafogo and Flamengo has been the biggest rivalry in Rio de Janeiro, with playoffs and exciting. I hope that this Sunday too. We are prepared to make a good game and get rid of the relegation zone.

To clarify the reason for this assertion, he recalls:

- It is a game unlike any other, no doubt. We follow the news, all I hear about this classic. But we can not let that tension coming on. We are evolving and with confidence high.

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