Saturday's F1 gossip column

BBC Sport brings you a regular round-up of the gossip in newspapers and on specialist websites around the world.

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel believes Suzuka should suit the team's cars. "We still have to go there and prove it. I think we have a very competitive car this year on all circuits, so we can be confident," the German said ahead of next weekend's Japanese Grand Prix.
Full story: Planet F1

Sauber driver Kamui Kobayashi claims that driving in his home Japanese Grand Prix will not bring him added pressure. "Returning as a Formula 1 driver means a lot," said Kobayashi, who last raced in Japan in 2003 in Formula Toyota.
Full story: Eurosport

Italian car maker Fiat has confirmed it would consider selling some of its 85% stake in Ferrari and the Maranello-based F1 team.
Full story: Motorsport.com

Lewis Hamilton has vowed to go on the attack in the Japanese Grand Prix in a bid to keep alive his bid for a second drivers' title. (AFP)

The organisers of the American GP in Austin, Texas, are adamant their track will be ready in time for the inaugural race in 2012.
Full story: Planet F1