BBC Ceefax has reported that the Gamecube may launch in Europe before the Xbox. Ceefax's gaming news page (pg 537) has said that according to industry insiders Nintendo are thinking about launching the Cube in Europe before the Xbox, which could mean a March 7th launch (or even earlier).

BBC Ceefax can be accessed in the UK, Ireland, Holland, Belgium and some parts or Northern France (and other countries via a digital or satellite receiver). Simply tune into a BBC Channel (BBC One, Two, Choice etc) and press the text button.