Austin F1 attorney is no dummy

If you click on the photo at right, you’ll see that the book tucked under the arm of attorney Richard Suttle is “Formula One Racing for Dummies." Suttle represents the promoters of the proposed Austin Grand Prix Formula One race.

He had the book with him Wednesday night when he addressed the city Environmental Board. While explaining some F1 basics to board members, Suttle said that he was still learning about the sport and then held up the book.

That gesture drew some laughs from the board members. A few hours later, the board unanimously voted to approve the variances Suttle was seeking for his client.

When asked today for a comment, Suttle quipped, “I wish I was fishing." The Statesman