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Villeneuve baffled by criticism of Stroll sponsor
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Jacques Villeneuve says he is confounded by criticism back in his home country linked to the sponsorship of Lance Stroll by the Bombardier business jet company. The Canadian corporation's deal with the 18-year-old Williams rookie was blasted in the media questioned why a partly state funded company was supported the son of a billionaire. "A Canadian sponsor supporting a Canadian driver, what's better than that?" 1997 world champion Villeneuve told the Journal de Montreal newspaper. "We can't criticise this company for using F1. It's an outstanding showcase," he added. Gallery: check out all the pictures from Day 7 "What's the problem?"...
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