MikeO 12,576 Posted July 15 Report Share Posted July 15 28 minutes ago, Gwlad all over said: https://www.skysports.com/f1/news/12433/12027684/sebastian-vettel-aston-martin-now-top-of-formula-1-options-for-2021 Harsh on Perez if this happens. Would be plain stupid. Romey 1878 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romey 1878 13,119 Posted July 15 Report Share Posted July 15 1 hour ago, MikeO said: Would be plain stupid. This. Perez would be a much better bet. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MikeO 12,576 Posted July 16 Report Share Posted July 16 https://www.skysports.com/f1/news/36306/12029055/lando-norris-from-f1-rookie-to-2020-star Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MikeO 12,576 Posted July 20 Report Share Posted July 20 This is great if you have a couple of hours to spare. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romey 1878 13,119 Posted July 21 Report Share Posted July 21 https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formula1/53402340 MikeO and Palfy 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Palfy 3,131 Posted July 21 Report Share Posted July 21 4 minutes ago, Romey 1878 said: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formula1/53402340 Great attitude, the sort of person you would be proud to know. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MikeO 12,576 Posted August 2 Report Share Posted August 2 Well that was an exciting finish! Open goal missed by Red Bull/Verstappen but easy to say with hindsight. Another good points haul for Lando, 4th place in the table; just a shame the Renault was a bit better tyre-wise towards the end so he got taken by Ricciardo. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romey 1878 13,119 Posted August 2 Report Share Posted August 2 36 minutes ago, MikeO said: Well that was an exciting finish! Open goal missed by Red Bull/Verstappen but easy to say with hindsight. Another good points haul for Lando, 4th place in the table; just a shame the Renault was a bit better tyre-wise towards the end so he got taken by Ricciardo. Didn’t Hamilton have a pit stop over Verstappen even without Verstappen stopping? So I would imagine that if Verstappen hadn’t come in they’d have brought Hamilton in because that would’ve been too big a risk to take. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MikeO 12,576 Posted August 2 Report Share Posted August 2 11 minutes ago, Romey 1878 said: Didn’t Hamilton have a pit stop over Verstappen even without Verstappen stopping? So I would imagine that if Verstappen hadn’t come in they’d have brought Hamilton in because that would’ve been too big a risk to take. I'm pretty sure not, Verstappen after stop was only thirty seconds back whan Hamilton punctured so must've been 10/12 secs back pre-stop, nowhere near enough. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romey 1878 13,119 Posted August 2 Report Share Posted August 2 4 minutes ago, MikeO said: I'm pretty sure not, Verstappen after stop was only thirty seconds back whan Hamilton punctured so must've been 10/12 secs back pre-stop, nowhere near enough. Pretty sure to have a pit stop in the bank was only around 15 seconds for this race, and after Verstappen had his stop it was a 33 seconds gap. I think he’d have had just about enough to get the pit stop in. We’ll never know now like, but what a weird and exciting end to the race it was anyway! MikeO 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Palfy 3,131 Posted August 2 Report Share Posted August 2 2 hours ago, MikeO said: I'm pretty sure not, Verstappen after stop was only thirty seconds back whan Hamilton punctured so must've been 10/12 secs back pre-stop, nowhere near enough. Hamilton did slow down to try and protect his tyres straight after Botas blow out, not sure if that would have made any difference if he had just come straight in for a tyre change. Anyway Italian tyres are like Italian footballers, start off well but let you down at the end. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gwlad all over 533 Posted August 25 Author Report Share Posted August 25 Rest of the 2020 calendar announced .https://www.skysports.com/f1/news/12433/12056210/f1-confirms-final-2020-races-with-turkey-return-and-bahrain-double Suitable protest about Bahrain's record on human rights? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
barryj 1,131 Posted September 5 Report Share Posted September 5 The Ferrari’s decline this season is spectacular 🤦♂️🤣 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romey 1878 13,119 Posted September 6 Report Share Posted September 6 15 hours ago, barryj said: The Ferrari’s decline this season is spectacular 🤦♂️🤣 And hilarious. Long may it continue. Bailey 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
barryj 1,131 Posted September 6 Report Share Posted September 6 1 hour ago, Romey 1878 said: And hilarious. Long may it continue. I’m in that camp as well! Watching Vettel fighting at the bottom against the Williams’ and Alfas brightens up my weekends. Zoo 2.0 and Romey 1878 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romey 1878 13,119 Posted September 6 Report Share Posted September 6 Would’ve been a brilliant day for Mercedes if not for the brain fart of pulling Hamilton in for his pit stop. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
barryj 1,131 Posted September 6 Report Share Posted September 6 Haven’t enjoyed a Grand Prix like that for a long while. It had it all. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romey 1878 13,119 Posted September 6 Report Share Posted September 6 Hamilton showed, once again, that Bottas isn’t in the same league as him. It’s not even close. To finish where he did after that fuck up was incredible really. Meanwhile, Bottas looked lost and didn’t have a clue how to get past anyone really. People say anyone could win in that Mercedes but Bottas shows that that simply isn’t true. Zoo 2.0, Bailey and barryj 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
barryj 1,131 Posted September 6 Report Share Posted September 6 7 hours ago, Romey 1878 said: Hamilton showed, once again, that Bottas isn’t in the same league as him. It’s not even close. To finish where he did after that fuck up was incredible really. Meanwhile, Bottas looked lost and didn’t have a clue how to get past anyone really. People say anyone could win in that Mercedes but Bottas shows that that simply isn’t true. They do struggle with overheating behind traffic. Hamilton was able to pick of the worse cars but his drive was still superb and in clean air was lapping seconds quicker than Gasly. Bottas isn’t anywhere near Lewis’ ability. Again lovely to see the red arrows failing in their home GP. Romey 1878 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gwlad all over 533 Posted September 7 Author Report Share Posted September 7 A really good race for the fans! The pundits seem to think that Red Bull will stick with Albon next season. For me it would be a strange decision if Gasly out performs him this season. But then I can't see why Merc keep Bottas except he is a good and generally compliant team-mate to Hamilton. I guess they have a different driver in mind for 2022 and the new regulations. Sorry to see the Williams family bow out, great memories of when they were the team to beat! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MikeO 12,576 Posted September 7 Report Share Posted September 7 On 06/09/2020 at 16:19, barryj said: Haven’t enjoyed a Grand Prix like that for a long while. It had it all. Annoyingly could only listen because we were driving home, then missed everything after the red flag because we stopped of at my brother's place. Recorded it though so will watch this evening, annoying (as a McLaren fan) that Carlos couldn't get the win but clear third in the constructors is not too shabby considering recent years. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gwlad all over 533 Posted September 7 Author Report Share Posted September 7 Carlos clearly seeing himself in the Schumacher mould ie helping Ferrari to come back. Might be tough seeing the Mclarens perform again next season and Danny Ric must be happy to go there. Alonso probably well up for a second stint with the Enstone team too. Romey 1878 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romey 1878 13,119 Posted September 10 Report Share Posted September 10 https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formula1/54098516 Sad to see Vettel stay around. It feels very harsh on Perez. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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Zoo 2.0 759 Posted November 15 Report Share Posted November 15 I will probably awaken the grumpier members on here, but massive congratulations to Lewis Hamilton for equalling Michael Schumacher's record today and being one step away from being the undisputed GOAT. A 7th world title, his 4th in a row. A race today that he started from 6th, wasn't expected to win yet found a way to do so anyway - lapping his team-mate in identical machinery. There won't be another talent like him for a long while and so glad that he wants to stick around to both claim more titles and pioneer the sport into a new era of sustainability and accessibility. Someone who if you take the time to research and listen to is a wonderful role model for the next generation - here's to many more. 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆 Bailey, Palfy and Romey 1878 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Palfy 3,131 Posted November 15 Report Share Posted November 15 8 minutes ago, Zoo 2.0 said: I will probably awaken the grumpier members on here, but massive congratulations to Lewis Hamilton for equalling Michael Schumacher's record today and being one step away from being the undisputed GOAT. A 7th world title, his 4th in a row. A race today that he started from 6th, wasn't expected to win yet found a way to do so anyway - lapping his team-mate in identical machinery. There won't be another talent like him for a long while and so glad that he wants to stick around to both claim more titles and pioneer the sport into a new era of sustainability and accessibility. Someone who if you take the time to research and listen to is a wonderful role model for the next generation - here's to many more. 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆 He will go on to win 9 or 10 championships, today should go down as his best win this season quality driving in poor conditions. I don’t think we will see anyone coming close to replicating what he has achieved well not in my lifetime anyway, if he was Brazilian they’d treat him like a God. Zoo 2.0 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romey 1878 13,119 Posted November 16 Report Share Posted November 16 Stonking drive from today. Showed just how much class he has and I enjoyed every moment of watching him go about his business. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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MikeO 12,576 Posted November 29 Report Share Posted November 29 Wow, you don't see crashes like that very often these days! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hafnia 6,378 Posted Sunday at 14:34 Report Share Posted Sunday at 14:34 9 minutes ago, MikeO said: Wow, you don't see crashes like that very often these days! Just switched over .... Wow. Scary stuff. How he survived that. Fireball. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romey 1878 13,119 Posted Sunday at 16:16 Report Share Posted Sunday at 16:16 5 hours ago, MikeO said: Wow, you don't see crashes like that very often these days! Feared the worst when I was watching it and was relieved when they showed he was ok. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zoo 2.0 759 Posted Sunday at 17:53 Report Share Posted Sunday at 17:53 Even with the fireproof gear that they wear I feared the worst, felt genuinely sick and I didn't expect to see Romain walking away from that. The fact that he has suspected broken rib(s) and burns to his hands and feet is an amazing response to what is the worst crash I've seen in the modern era. Questions to be asked about the barrier perhaps, and an investigation into what caused the fire and how it could be prevented but a very good outcome to what was a grim start to the race - I couldn't believe it when we got back going again and Kyvat managed to flip Stroll. As for the race itself, gutted for Perez DNF'ing so close to the end - another walk in the park for Lewis who didn't look under threat from the first minute. Bailey 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MikeO 12,576 Posted Sunday at 19:17 Report Share Posted Sunday at 19:17 4 hours ago, Zoo 2.0 said: Even with the fireproof gear that they wear I feared the worst, felt genuinely sick and I didn't expect to see Romain walking away from that. The fact that he has suspected broken rib(s) and burns to his hands and feet is an amazing response to what is the worst crash I've seen in the modern era. Questions to be asked about the barrier perhaps, and an investigation into what caused the fire and how it could be prevented but a very good outcome to what was a grim start to the race - I couldn't believe it when we got back going again and Kyvat managed to flip Stroll. As for the race itself, gutted for Perez DNF'ing so close to the end - another walk in the park for Lewis who didn't look under threat from the first minute. Was a shame for Perez but as a McLaren fan I got over it But seriously ridiculous if he doesn't get a seat for next season, replacing him with Vettel is a barking mad decision. Romey 1878 and Palfy 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romey 1878 13,119 Posted Monday at 00:02 Report Share Posted Monday at 00:02 6 hours ago, Zoo 2.0 said: Even with the fireproof gear that they wear I feared the worst, felt genuinely sick and I didn't expect to see Romain walking away from that. The fact that he has suspected broken rib(s) and burns to his hands and feet is an amazing response to what is the worst crash I've seen in the modern era. Questions to be asked about the barrier perhaps, and an investigation into what caused the fire and how it could be prevented but a very good outcome to what was a grim start to the race - I couldn't believe it when we got back going again and Kyvat managed to flip Stroll. As for the race itself, gutted for Perez DNF'ing so close to the end - another walk in the park for Lewis who didn't look under threat from the first minute. What caused the fire was that the car was ripped in half right where the fuel tank is. This accident should put an end to any people still against the halo. Grojean himself has said tonight that he wasn’t a fan of it but he’s changed his mind now. It’s probably responsible for his head still being acquainted with the rest of his body. Bailey 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zoo 2.0 759 Posted Monday at 09:02 Report Share Posted Monday at 09:02 13 hours ago, MikeO said: Was a shame for Perez but as a McLaren fan I got over it But seriously ridiculous if he doesn't get a seat for next season, replacing him with Vettel is a barking mad decision. I'm aware of the reasons why but the fact that Lance Stroll is guaranteed a seat each season and manages to kick superior drivers out of the sport (Ocon, then Perez) doesn't sit well with me. Sergio has been in excellent form this season and at the very least deserves to retain his seat - the fact that they're swapping him out for Vettel who has been over the hill for years now is insane management. It's the same up and down the paddock though, Russell was rumoured to be losing his seat with Latifi safe due to his sponsorship deals, it's just ridiculous. Gwlad all over 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MikeO 12,576 Posted Wednesday at 12:09 Report Share Posted Wednesday at 12:09 George Russell in Hamilton's seat this week-end, will be interesting. He has a bright future I think. Zoo 2.0 and Romey 1878 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romey 1878 13,119 Posted Wednesday at 13:42 Report Share Posted Wednesday at 13:42 1 hour ago, MikeO said: George Russell in Hamilton's seat this week-end, will be interesting. He has a bright future I think. As long as he doesn’t throw it into the barriers under no pressure again 👀. Zoo 2.0 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gwlad all over 533 Posted Wednesday at 18:49 Author Report Share Posted Wednesday at 18:49 Great chance for Russell, not sure Mercedes reserve drivers Vandoorne and Gutierrez will be feeling that way. Also overlooked at Racing Point when Hulkenberg replaced Perez. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zoo 2.0 759 Posted Wednesday at 20:59 Report Share Posted Wednesday at 20:59 8 hours ago, MikeO said: George Russell in Hamilton's seat this week-end, will be interesting. He has a bright future I think. Excited for this race more than most to be honest, was secretly hoping that it would be George but thought that they would either go with the safe option in Vandoorne, or Williams would refuse to let Russell go. He's got all the makings of a future champion, so calm and collected (apart from that crazy SC incident) and has done a very good job of improving the Williams team from where they were to where they are now (though points don't show for it). I thought that they might have let him have the Mercedes car for good in 2021 before Bottas signed on, but a strong race in Bahrain and Abu Dhabi if Lewis can't make it would make very interesting viewing. One can only hope that he takes the opportunity with both hands. A top 5 quali/finish would be a good weekend IMO, it's not out of the question that Bottas under a considerable amount of pressure now to be the top dog finishes below him which would make his secure seat next season questionable. MikeO and Romey 1878 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gwlad all over 533 Posted Thursday at 00:12 Author Report Share Posted Thursday at 00:12 Still don't understand why Merc retained Bottas. No denying his ability but can't push, will always be second fiddle. How much influence does LH have for second driver? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zoo 2.0 759 Posted Thursday at 11:28 Report Share Posted Thursday at 11:28 11 hours ago, Gwlad all over said: Still don't understand why Merc retained Bottas. No denying his ability but can't push, will always be second fiddle. How much influence does LH have for second driver? Pretty sure I saw somewhere (and can believe) that it's written into Lewis' contract that he has a say on who lines up with him. I'm pretty sure that it was in Vettel's contract at Ferrari too, as there was talk of him being involved in discussions when Kimi left from Sauber. To be honest the Bottas scenario is an understandable, if uninspiring one from Mercedes POV. He's basically always going to be 2nd or 3rd, getting the points needed to both mop up the Constructers points and keep the likes of Red Bull (and Ferrari last year) at bay. He's not going to rock the boat, preventing a ''Rosberg'' scenario which Toto Wolff has confirmed they were really keen to avoid. In a nutshell, Bottas is more than good enough to consistently get the points needed to supplement Lewis winning every weekend yet isn't a big enough name to challenge behind closed doors and cause a bad atmosphere. It keeps Hamilton happy too because he has one less car to contend with and quite literally has a wingman where needed - as much as I love Lewis there's absolutely no way that Mercedes will allow him to lose a 7th or 8th title to Valtierri, team orders will come into play like they did in Russia a few years back to ensure that it doesn't happen, if Bottas ever managed to get that close of course. Gwlad all over 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MikeO 12,576 Posted yesterday at 13:44 Report Share Posted yesterday at 13:44 First practice, track layout different to anything used before. Carlos Sainz on team radio, "I turn left here, right?" Zoo 2.0 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romey 1878 13,119 Posted yesterday at 13:49 Report Share Posted yesterday at 13:49 3 minutes ago, MikeO said: First practice, track layout different to anything used before. Carlos Sainz on team radio, "I turn left here, right?" It seems a really shit layout, like there's absolutely nothing to it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MikeO 12,576 Posted yesterday at 13:53 Report Share Posted yesterday at 13:53 3 minutes ago, Romey 1878 said: It seems a really shit layout, like there's absolutely nothing to it. Looks like something you build with Scalextric when you don't have much track. Romey 1878 and Gwlad all over 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romey 1878 13,119 Posted 22 hours ago Report Share Posted 22 hours ago Russell showing what he's made of so far. I hope he keeps it up and makes Mercedes sit up and take notice. With any luck Ocon will get his act together at Renault next season and show Mercedes they don't need to go with the safe option of Bottas. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MikeO 12,576 Posted 19 hours ago Report Share Posted 19 hours ago 2 hours ago, Romey 1878 said: Russell showing what he's made of so far. I hope he keeps it up and makes Mercedes sit up and take notice. Fastest in P2 as well Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gwlad all over 533 Posted 19 hours ago Author Report Share Posted 19 hours ago No denying George is a good driver but just shows how that Merc is untouchable. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MikeO 12,576 Posted 18 hours ago Report Share Posted 18 hours ago 1 hour ago, Gwlad all over said: No denying George is a good driver but just shows how that Merc is untouchable. Except for when Bottas is driving it. Romey 1878 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gwlad all over 533 Posted 17 hours ago Author Report Share Posted 17 hours ago I meant those Brackley Mercedes, including VB. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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