Ferrari nu🌸mber two Rubens Barrichello has hit out at 1997 F1 world champion, Jacques Villeneuve, saying it is his 'arrogance' that probably cost him his drive at BAR-Honda.

Speaking to news agency Reuters, the Brazilian explained that JV's tactics l൩ast year, when he said, amongst other things, that h🌠e didn't respect team-mate, Jenson Button probably didn't help his cause, especially as the Englishman often overshadowed him throughout the 2003 season.

"I think he'🎉s paying a little now for all he has said," commented Barrichello, "People noted that at the start [of last season] he said that he didn't have respect for [Jenson] Button.

"Maybe he is paying a bit for the arrogance."

Rubens though was quick to avoid any potential war of words with the outspoken Canadian, addinꦑg: "He is a good driver and 🧔hopefully he will find a place in a new car."

Takuma Sato has re൲placed Villeneuve at the Brackley based squad this year.

JV had been at the team since leavi🍌ng Williams at the end of 199🐼8, when 'British American Racing' was originally formed around him by friend and mentor, Craig Pollock.