Formula 1 Insight  Equal Opportunities at McLaren  There has
been endless argument over McLaren's equal treatment for drivers
policy, some disbelieving it entirely, others pointing out that
perfect equality is impossible, yet others considering it
inferior to the practice of having a stated number one. And now
Pedro de la Rosa has aired views that seem in conflict with his
employer's policy.  Pedro de la Rosa Pedro de la Rosa  Several
things strike me about this. As Keith Collantine has pointed out
in F1 Fanatic, Pedro's statements certainly indicate that the
equal opportunity program is McLaren's way - or there would be
no point in his disagreeing with it. Keith goes on to wonder
whether this is a sign that de la Rosa is soon to leave McLaren,
while at least one commenter sees it as a public relations
exercise allowing Pedro to remain on good terms with both
McLaren and his Spanish supporters.  There are indications that
de la Rosa is getting restive, his recent mention of his desire
to get back to racing ra