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Bimbowomxn
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Lots of stuff going on in F1
Turns out that Lance Stroll did have the rona, finally testing positive on Sunday evening after the GP. Lots of questions being asked of FI about timelines and why Stroll didn't get tested earlier in the week. He's since tested negative, but needs another negative test before he can re-enter the F1 bubble. Hulk is in Portugal on standby
In other news Haas have seen the light and are dropping Grosjean and Magnusson. Feel a bit for Magnusson, but Grosjean has been living on borrowed time for a long while now. Lots of names in the mix to replace them, and it's expected that at least one driver will need to bring serious cash with them - so Perez is definitely in the frame, but so are a number of F2 drivers including Mazepin. And of course, Mick Schumacher is currently linked to any free Ferrari seat that's going, although it seems more likely that he'll be replacing Giovinazzi at Alfa Romeo.
Mercedes have stopped ALL dev on this years car - 100% of effort now on next year's version, as despite the delayed major rules changes there's some aero changes to consider and they need to remove DAS
The Australian government have provisionally confirmed that they will allow the Melbourne GP to start next year's season in mid-March, with fans in attendance. Not sure what the limits to that could be re second/third wave
And finally Portimao testing starts tomorrow. Very wide, fast, track, should provide lots of overtake opportunities. So naturally it's on at the same time as the Baa-Baas.....
Turns out that Lance Stroll did have the rona, finally testing positive on Sunday evening after the GP. Lots of questions being asked of FI about timelines and why Stroll didn't get tested earlier in the week. He's since tested negative, but needs another negative test before he can re-enter the F1 bubble. Hulk is in Portugal on standby
In other news Haas have seen the light and are dropping Grosjean and Magnusson. Feel a bit for Magnusson, but Grosjean has been living on borrowed time for a long while now. Lots of names in the mix to replace them, and it's expected that at least one driver will need to bring serious cash with them - so Perez is definitely in the frame, but so are a number of F2 drivers including Mazepin. And of course, Mick Schumacher is currently linked to any free Ferrari seat that's going, although it seems more likely that he'll be replacing Giovinazzi at Alfa Romeo.
Mercedes have stopped ALL dev on this years car - 100% of effort now on next year's version, as despite the delayed major rules changes there's some aero changes to consider and they need to remove DAS
The Australian government have provisionally confirmed that they will allow the Melbourne GP to start next year's season in mid-March, with fans in attendance. Not sure what the limits to that could be re second/third wave
And finally Portimao testing starts tomorrow. Very wide, fast, track, should provide lots of overtake opportunities. So naturally it's on at the same time as the Baa-Baas.....
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mos_eisely_
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Lots of chatter than it will be Mick and Mazepin at Haas.
But then Joe Saward is stating that Perez will partner Latifi in the Williams, with no change at Alpha.
Nothing like a team binning both drivers to spice up the rumour mill
And agree that the race clashing with the Baa Baas is a pain. Might have to dual screen
But then Joe Saward is stating that Perez will partner Latifi in the Williams, with no change at Alpha.
Nothing like a team binning both drivers to spice up the rumour mill
And agree that the race clashing with the Baa Baas is a pain. Might have to dual screen
The trouble for Haas is that they're going to need at least 1 solid, proven driver to help them get the 2022 car ready. Having two F2 youngsters, particulary when one of them is as unstable as Mazepin has been to date is a recipe for disaster - especially when Perez and Hulk are available as options, and Perez does bring cash.mos_eisely_ wrote: ↑Thu Oct 22, 2020 1:16 pm Lots of chatter than it will be Mick and Mazepin at Haas.
But then Joe Saward is stating that Perez will partner Latifi in the Williams, with no change at Alpha.
Nothing like a team binning both drivers to spice up the rumour mill
And agree that the race clashing with the Baa Baas is a pain. Might have to dual screen
Have no idea what to make of Williams - if they replace Russell now after denying him a possible Mercedes move earlier in the season (I know under different management) they're going to lose a lot of fans
I wonder if George Russell is wondering whether Frank and Claire were already in talks to sell when they said no to Mercedes?Saint wrote: ↑Thu Oct 22, 2020 2:18 pmThe trouble for Haas is that they're going to need at least 1 solid, proven driver to help them get the 2022 car ready. Having two F2 youngsters, particulary when one of them is as unstable as Mazepin has been to date is a recipe for disaster - especially when Perez and Hulk are available as options, and Perez does bring cash.mos_eisely_ wrote: ↑Thu Oct 22, 2020 1:16 pm Lots of chatter than it will be Mick and Mazepin at Haas.
But then Joe Saward is stating that Perez will partner Latifi in the Williams, with no change at Alpha.
Nothing like a team binning both drivers to spice up the rumour mill
And agree that the race clashing with the Baa Baas is a pain. Might have to dual screen
Have no idea what to make of Williams - if they replace Russell now after denying him a possible Mercedes move earlier in the season (I know under different management) they're going to lose a lot of fans
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fishfoodie
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Just reading the stuff about Stroll on the Beeb; the team acted like complete shits; & the FIA aren't doing a damn thing. Pathetic.Saint wrote: ↑Thu Oct 22, 2020 11:26 am Lots of stuff going on in F1
Turns out that Lance Stroll did have the rona, finally testing positive on Sunday evening after the GP. Lots of questions being asked of FI about timelines and why Stroll didn't get tested earlier in the week. He's since tested negative, but needs another negative test before he can re-enter the F1 bubble. Hulk is in Portugal on standby
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Insane_Homer
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both Haas drivers announce they've left the team. No real suprise there. Maybe Schumacher gets one of those seats?
lots of permutations with Hulk & Checko in the mix.
Russell now around looking for another drive. Williams (under Claire) being adamant they'd hold him to his contract, now seemly under new management not as keen to keep him. madness on their part. I'd understand if he'd lost out to a paid drive when they were struggling but that shouldn't be the case under the new investors.
lots of permutations with Hulk & Checko in the mix.
Russell now around looking for another drive. Williams (under Claire) being adamant they'd hold him to his contract, now seemly under new management not as keen to keep him. madness on their part. I'd understand if he'd lost out to a paid drive when they were struggling but that shouldn't be the case under the new investors.
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It’s usually worth reading back two or three posts IHInsane_Homer wrote: ↑Thu Oct 22, 2020 4:59 pm both Haas drivers announce they've left the team. No real suprise there. Maybe Schumacher gets one of those seats?
lots of permutations with Hulk & Checko in the mix.
Russell now around looking for another drive. Williams (under Claire) being adamant they'd hold him to his contract, now seemly under new management not as keen to keep him. madness on their part. I'd understand if he'd lost out to a paid drive when they were struggling but that shouldn't be the case under the new investors.
Today’s practice hasn’t told us much. I’m looking forward to seeing F1 cars race Portimao. It’s good for bikes and may host an entertaining race.
I used to like the old Estoril track - I have played golf pretty adjacent a few times on track days; V8s play hell with my short game
I used to like the old Estoril track - I have played golf pretty adjacent a few times on track days; V8s play hell with my short game
Un Pilier wrote: ↑Fri Oct 23, 2020 5:34 pm Today’s practice hasn’t told us much. I’m looking forward to seeing F1 cars race Portimao. It’s good for bikes and may host an entertaining race.
I used to like the old Estoril track - I have played golf pretty adjacent a few times on track days; V8s play hell with my short game
Well....... the fresh surface isn't giving up much grip at the moment, and it's fair to say that some drivers are struggling a bit with the the elevation changes and blind corners. I'm assuming they're going to get it together after the test drivers have spent a night in the sims with today's data.
Quite. It’s unlike most modern F1 tracks and might host an entertaining race. The elevation changes and crests will certainly offer a challenge, I’d say it’s more F2 than F1 but I’m looking forward to seeing if it works for a GP.Saint wrote: ↑Fri Oct 23, 2020 5:41 pmUn Pilier wrote: ↑Fri Oct 23, 2020 5:34 pm Today’s practice hasn’t told us much. I’m looking forward to seeing F1 cars race Portimao. It’s good for bikes and may host an entertaining race.
I used to like the old Estoril track - I have played golf pretty adjacent a few times on track days; V8s play hell with my short game
Well....... the fresh surface isn't giving up much grip at the moment, and it's fair to say that some drivers are struggling a bit with the the elevation changes and blind corners. I'm assuming they're going to get it together after the test drivers have spent a night in the sims with today's data.
I think the only reason we think in those terms because we've got used to thinking like that.Un Pilier wrote: ↑Fri Oct 23, 2020 6:02 pmQuite. It’s unlike most modern F1 tracks and might host an entertaining race. The elevation changes and crests will certainly offer a challenge, I’d say it’s more F2 than F1 but I’m looking forward to seeing if it works for a GP.Saint wrote: ↑Fri Oct 23, 2020 5:41 pmUn Pilier wrote: ↑Fri Oct 23, 2020 5:34 pm Today’s practice hasn’t told us much. I’m looking forward to seeing F1 cars race Portimao. It’s good for bikes and may host an entertaining race.
I used to like the old Estoril track - I have played golf pretty adjacent a few times on track days; V8s play hell with my short game
Well....... the fresh surface isn't giving up much grip at the moment, and it's fair to say that some drivers are struggling a bit with the the elevation changes and blind corners. I'm assuming they're going to get it together after the test drivers have spent a night in the sims with today's data.
Liberty and the FIA are studying this and Mugello closely to see what can be learnt fir future track designs and modifications to existing tracks
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Insane_Homer
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Sainz leads 
Norris 4th
What a great first couple of laps, little splash of rain made that very interesting, Lewis got a problem?
Norris 4th
What a great first couple of laps, little splash of rain made that very interesting, Lewis got a problem?
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Insane_Homer
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Carlos' softs are gone now, fun while it lasted.
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Insane_Homer
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excellent recovery drive form Sergio so far.
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fishfoodie
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It's Karma for the teams dickishness over his positive Covid test
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Insane_Homer
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Kimi!!!
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fishfoodie
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Gasly is my driver of the day so far
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Insane_Homer
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With this coverage, you wouldn't think there was a Ferrari running in 3rd. (4th now after pit stop)
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Yep...Leclerc has a quiet great race per the announcers...Insane_Homer wrote: ↑Sun Oct 25, 2020 2:01 pm With this coverage, you wouldn't think there was a Ferrari running in 3rd. (4th now after pit stop)
And Bottas never pushes back enough on the pits..
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Excellent that Great track, please do again.
Congrats Lewis, greatest.
Great track, please do again.Congrats Lewis, greatest.
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Breaking news! 🗞 Kimi and Antonio will stay with the team in 2021
Read the full announcementhttps://t.co/MqODTznGuI
#AlfaRomeoRacing #ORLEN #SauberMotorsport https://t.co/rtvD2RRTOn
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Jesus christ, track limits are a fucking bore.
Simple, white line, all tracks. Problem solved. You're welcome.
Simple, white line, all tracks. Problem solved. You're welcome.
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Dinsdale Piranha
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Nah, Armco.Insane_Homer wrote: ↑Sat Oct 31, 2020 1:28 pm Jesus christ, track limits are a fucking bore.
Simple, white line, all tracks. Problem solved. You're welcome.
That separates those who can place the car precisely from those who can't.
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ScarfaceClaw
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Need two tyres on the black stuff and be done with it. Cars are steaming way out wide at speed on some corners and it’s all getting a bit silly.Insane_Homer wrote: ↑Sat Oct 31, 2020 1:28 pm Jesus christ, track limits are a fucking bore.
Simple, white line, all tracks. Problem solved. You're welcome.