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by Spectoremg
09 Mar 2024, 23:59
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Re: Reject of the Race - Saudi Arabia 2024
Replies: 27
Views: 780

Re: Reject of the Race - Saudi Arabia 2024

F1. The alleged pinnacle of motorsport that still has K Mag and Danny Ric on the grid.
by Spectoremg
03 Mar 2024, 21:59
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2024 discussion thread
Replies: 140
Views: 7652

Re: 2024 discussion thread

Prompted by a post from this weekend's GP - is Charles le Clerc any good?
by Spectoremg
02 Mar 2024, 22:06
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Bahrain 2024
Replies: 25
Views: 803

Re: Reject of the Race - Bahrain 2024

1. C4F1 for concentrating on the F1.2 race and avoiding Max's ridiculous domination.
2. That hideous green and black livery
by Spectoremg
05 Feb 2024, 00:02
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Hamilton to Ferrari in 2025?
Replies: 24
Views: 1321

Re: Hamilton to Ferrari in 2025?

This is an incredibly negative and unambitious move by Ferrari who should be moving hell or water to tempt Max.
It's also a glorified pension plan for Hamilton.
by Spectoremg
28 Nov 2023, 18:45
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2023 Reject of the Year
Replies: 30
Views: 15265

Re: 2023 Reject of the Year

This is a great read.
Only one nomination: Haas. 10 million seasons with deadbeat drivers and zero ambition. It must piss Andretti off just a bit.
by Spectoremg
18 Nov 2023, 23:14
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2023 Discussion Thread
Replies: 396
Views: 1360896

Re: 2023 Discussion Thread

Purpose built street circuit, the start line could have been anywhere - but let's make it a short squirt into a hairpin - what could go wrong?
by Spectoremg
29 Oct 2023, 09:53
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2023 Discussion Thread
Replies: 396
Views: 1360896

Re: 2023 Discussion Thread

Were any penalties dished out for blocking at the pit lane exit?
by Spectoremg
22 Oct 2023, 09:08
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2023 Discussion Thread
Replies: 396
Views: 1360896

Re: 2023 Discussion Thread

The track limit police again.
Alex Jacques - get some valium and take lots of it.
Driver whining - 'there's another car on the track and it's distracting me'. Man up.
by Spectoremg
01 Oct 2023, 16:03
Forum: The Eric van de Poele Memorial Forum
Topic: The _TCC Series Thread
Replies: 1657
Views: 411579

Re: The _TCC Series Thread

It's looking very Ash Sutton isn't it. Shame about Honda too.
What happened to Nick Hamilton - cash flow?
by Spectoremg
01 Oct 2023, 15:58
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2023 Discussion Thread
Replies: 396
Views: 1360896

Re: 2023 Discussion Thread

IceG I agree. Pointless if they're not going to take it seriously. We've already got 2 or 3 deadbeat teams.
by Spectoremg
04 Sep 2023, 11:59
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2023 Discussion Thread
Replies: 396
Views: 1360896

Re: 2023 Discussion Thread

If you want a laugh search Alpine supporters press conference. Dunno how the guy kept a straight face.
If one of you could upload it that would be great.
by Spectoremg
27 Aug 2023, 21:07
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2023 Discussion Thread
Replies: 396
Views: 1360896

Re: 2023 Discussion Thread

Can anyone with a good memory recall when Leclerc was the new big thing? It hasn't worked out has it.
by Spectoremg
12 Aug 2023, 00:36
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2023 Discussion Thread
Replies: 396
Views: 1360896

Re: 2023 Discussion Thread

Pointing the finger at Russia is hypocrisy in overdrive. Look at the countries on the calendar who still have the death penalty.
by Spectoremg
30 Jul 2023, 20:05
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Belgium 2023
Replies: 20
Views: 4900

Re: Reject of the Race - Belgium 2023

1. The rain for not turning up properly.
by Spectoremg
23 Jul 2023, 19:45
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Hungary 2023
Replies: 30
Views: 8614

Re: Reject of the Race - Hungary 2023

An old chestnut from me - the Hungaroring. It isn't that bad a track, it's just that they haven't done that much to make it better in the thousand years (it seems like it) since its been on the calendar. Could someone tell me why it's still around? Or better still a conspiracy theory?
by Spectoremg
12 Jul 2023, 19:28
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2023 Discussion Thread
Replies: 396
Views: 1360896

Re: 2023 Discussion Thread

I'd have to make an exception for Billy Monger.After C4 did the obligatory 'after-an-accident-interview' with Robert Kubica when he first joined, he's settled in nicely-commentary has been clear and concise and his points have been worthwhile contributions,not subject to wild hype-and having raced ...
by Spectoremg
09 Jul 2023, 16:14
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2023 British GP IIDOTR
Replies: 14
Views: 2758

Re: 2023 British GP IIDOTR

1. McLaren.
2. Albon - I'm very happy for him.
by Spectoremg
09 Jul 2023, 16:12
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2023 British GP ROTR
Replies: 20
Views: 4520

Re: 2023 British GP ROTR

1. Ferrari. Sainz passed be four cars was embarrassing. I think their heads have gone down. Stand by for some sackings.
2. Alpine. Poor.
by Spectoremg
09 Jul 2023, 09:25
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2023 Discussion Thread
Replies: 396
Views: 1360896

Re: 2023 Discussion Thread

Early ROTR nomination to Jolyon Palmer who apparently is auditioning for a spot on Sky. All Friday he insisted that Mercedes was just sandbagging for....reasons and then argued with James Hinchcliff about it. He then snidely poked fun at Hinch for "writing them off" when they made Q3. He ...
by Spectoremg
19 Jun 2023, 05:09
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Canada 2023
Replies: 26
Views: 4683

Re: Reject of the Race - Canada 2023

Palmer and Jacques* on C4. Partisan and over-excited.
* Also the patronising of easyJet safety briefs.
by Spectoremg
29 May 2023, 17:37
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Aston Martin - Honda 2026 Engine Deal
Replies: 9
Views: 1320

Re: Aston Martin - Honda 2026 Engine Deal

Assuming that Alonso is going to drive until he's 93, he'll be thrilled about developing another Honda partnership.
by Spectoremg
29 May 2023, 17:33
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2023 Discussion Thread
Replies: 396
Views: 1360896

Re: 2023 Discussion Thread

From the RotR thread: Stroll: At what point do we start asking questions?. 27 points and not a single podium in what’s arguably been the 2nd quickest car up to now just isn’t good enough. A nice lad but if Aston Martin are going to fulfill their ambitions of fighting for the championship then the o...
by Spectoremg
28 May 2023, 19:44
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Monaco 2023
Replies: 21
Views: 3456

Re: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Monaco 2023

1. Ocon. Well done.
2. Rain. Anyone for sprinklers? :D
by Spectoremg
28 May 2023, 19:39
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Monaco 2023
Replies: 30
Views: 12049

Re: Reject of the Race - Monaco 2023

1. Perez. Had his Monza head on at the wrong circuit. HM to anyone who thought he was a serious championship contender. 2. Sainz. Monaco sorts the men from the boys. My jury's been out with him for some time but the verdict now is not good enough. Ferrari, you need another star. HM: Alonso changing ...
by Spectoremg
08 May 2023, 08:26
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2023 Miami GP ROTR
Replies: 33
Views: 9146

Re: 2023 Miami GP ROTR

1. Has Leclerc's head gone down? 2. Nothing. HM's. The general comments made by all - I agree. That's the 2023 season over - only double DNF's by RB will give the rest some crumbs from the table. Commentary that contrives excitement that isn't there. It would help if the FIA had some teeth, but the ...
by Spectoremg
30 Apr 2023, 18:36
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Baku 2023
Replies: 23
Views: 3121

Re: Reject of the Race - Baku 2023

1. The procession - dull.
2. The talk of possible safety cars, like it's a tactic.
by Spectoremg
16 Apr 2023, 19:37
Forum: The Eric van de Poele Memorial Forum
Topic: The _TCC Series Thread
Replies: 1657
Views: 411579

Re: The _TCC Series Thread

Lots of gushing from the click baiters on social media about Nic Hamilton's new spell at Team Hard. Playing devils advocate here (and I mean no disrespect to Nic) if it was a driver without physical issues I think the comments would be less favourable.
by Spectoremg
08 Mar 2023, 21:49
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2023 Discussion Thread
Replies: 396
Views: 1360896

Re: 2023 Discussion Thread

I've decided I won't be watching the Saudi GP. The fee should be wedged into the severed hands this disgusting regime considers to be justice.
by Spectoremg
05 Mar 2023, 23:33
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Bahrain 2023
Replies: 23
Views: 3686

Re: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Bahrain 2023

1. I'm so happy for Fernando I can't nominate anyone else. Great entertainment value to.
2. Gasly. Good job.
HM. Williams for making a Duracell battery work with a blue car.
by Spectoremg
05 Mar 2023, 23:28
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Bahrain 2023
Replies: 27
Views: 4145

Re: Reject of the Race - Bahrain 2023

1. Ocon - you're a star.
2. Haas - another season of making up the numbers. Hulkenberg - that's how ambitious they are.
by Spectoremg
19 Dec 2022, 22:14
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Ponderbox
Replies: 5033
Views: 1068336

Re: Ponderbox

Blanket coverage on social media about Mercedes reserve driver Ralf oops sorry Mick Schumacher. I'm guessing they couldn't get Latifi?
by Spectoremg
20 Nov 2022, 18:19
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2022 Discussion Thread
Replies: 323
Views: 365027

Re: 2022 Discussion Thread

I dunno, but Hulkenberg seems such an underwhelming choice. He's had his day in F1, was a solid but unspectacular driver, but his time has passed; it would be nice to see more of the younger generation of drivers make their way into the sport. Indeed. He didn't really deserve to be dropped, but now...
by Spectoremg
20 Nov 2022, 18:17
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Abby Dabby 2022
Replies: 21
Views: 3202

Re: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Abby Dabby 2022

1. Nice one Row Man.
2. The Sky team for giving Vitaly Petrov a mention.
by Spectoremg
20 Nov 2022, 18:04
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Abby Dabby 2022
Replies: 17
Views: 2768

Re: Reject of the Race - Abby Dabby 2022

1. Mick. Way to go out on a high note - not. Fortunately for HAAS they're replacing you with an up and coming hot shot, oh no, hang on...the Hulk. What the hell are they doing in F1? (That's my HM). 2. Max. Greedy in Brazil and did nothing for his team mate today. What a contemptuous individual he is.
by Spectoremg
31 Oct 2022, 03:13
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Mexico 2022
Replies: 31
Views: 4678

Re: Reject of the Race - Mexico 2022

Some great comments here already. 1. This excuse for a circuit. Having a stadium section is great for a baseball game, but it isn't a baseball game. I understand the reasons for modifying the last bend but the cars are tippy-toeing around to screw up a DRS section. 2. Today's procession. HM. Seasons...
by Spectoremg
09 Oct 2022, 18:05
Forum: The Eric van de Poele Memorial Forum
Topic: The _TCC Series Thread
Replies: 1657
Views: 411579

Re: The _TCC Series Thread

Well done Tom Ingram. Finally!
by Spectoremg
09 Oct 2022, 09:10
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Ponderbox
Replies: 5033
Views: 1068336

Re: Ponderbox

I thought it time to respond to criticism I received for my Mario comment. Firstly Mario, my comment was petulant, unnecessary and unfair. I apologise unreservedly. I was in the military for 28 years. For anyone who isn't aware they're the ladies and gentlemen who in the normal course of their busin...
by Spectoremg
09 Oct 2022, 08:18
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Japan 2022
Replies: 23
Views: 3479

Re: Reject of the Race - Japan 2022

1. Whoever has an influence. The safety has been sorted but there's no contingency for racing in the wet.
2. Suzuka. Sort those puddles out.
by Spectoremg
09 Oct 2022, 08:15
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Japan 2022
Replies: 18
Views: 2599

Re: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Japan 2022

1. Max. Ok he had a clear track but so did Charles. A masterclass.
2. Alpine. Good result for both and a good call on strategy for Alonso.