MOTOR SPORT NEWS - Formula One announced a "grid kids" programme on Monday to replace the female models who have previously featured before the start of every grand prix.
The sport's owners said in a statement that the new arrangement, in partnership with the governing FIA, would "make the pre-race ceremony more relevant and interesting for fans, especially the younger ones".
It said the youngsters would be selected by their motorsport clubs on merit, or by lottery, from among those already competing in karting or junior series.
