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by SammiRei
18 Nov 2023, 11:56
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2023 Discussion Thread
Replies: 396
Views: 1359645

Re: 2023 Discussion Thread

2016: Button in Monaco The most hilarious thing about this one in particular for me, is that when he got invited to his home town to turn the christmas lights on one year, championship winning car and all, this small town in England did a better job of welding the drain covers down that the profess...
by SammiRei
01 Aug 2023, 21:32
Forum: The Eric van de Poele Memorial Forum
Topic: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread
Replies: 1792
Views: 494956

Re: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread

Silly season has already begun for next year's lineups - Bird leaving Jaguar was obvious (though rumour has it he'll be replacing the departing Rene Rast at McLaren next year), Jaguar are reportedly trying to get Cassidy to have an all New Zealand driver lineup, Frijns has left Abt Cupra (and rumour...
by SammiRei
15 Jul 2023, 20:40
Forum: The Eric van de Poele Memorial Forum
Topic: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread
Replies: 1792
Views: 494956

Re: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread

If I hadn't already been worried for Bird's career going into today's race, I certainly would be now. That was a mess.
by SammiRei
03 Jun 2023, 20:17
Forum: The Eric van de Poele Memorial Forum
Topic: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread
Replies: 1792
Views: 494956

Re: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread

Bird's my favourite driver in Formula E, but I have a funny feeling he's going to need to seriously buck his ideas up if he wants a seat next season, given today's mess.
by SammiRei
23 Apr 2023, 19:29
Forum: The Eric van de Poele Memorial Forum
Topic: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread
Replies: 1792
Views: 494956

Re: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread

With Günther scoring two reasonable points hauls in Berlin, Frijns getting 3 for the shock pole today and Müller hanging on to get 2 points for 9th today as well, that means all 22 regular season drivers have now scored (excluding van der Linde, who was only standing in while Frijns was injured).
by SammiRei
26 Feb 2023, 22:22
Forum: The Eric van de Poele Memorial Forum
Topic: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread
Replies: 1792
Views: 494956

Re: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread

Cape Town started 5 cars down and shed more during the race in what must be proving to be a costly season. Some good overtakes again, though gutted for Fenestraz, who was doing well right until he abruptly wasn't right at the end (C4's coverage didn't show exactly what happened, as they were somewha...
by SammiRei
12 Sep 2022, 08:46
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Italy 2022
Replies: 34
Views: 4814

Re: Reject of the Race - Italy 2022

I'm going to join the group nominating Race Control here. That they didn't resume the race when not all the lapped cars had unlapped themselves? Cool, glad to see they're actually following the rules this time. That some cars didn't manage to unlap themselves due to a communications failure, though...
by SammiRei
11 Sep 2022, 22:42
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Italy 2022
Replies: 34
Views: 4814

Re: Reject of the Race - Italy 2022

I'm going to join the group nominating Race Control here. That they didn't resume the race when not all the lapped cars had unlapped themselves? Cool, glad to see they're actually following the rules this time. That some cars didn't manage to unlap themselves due to a communications failure, though?...
by SammiRei
06 Aug 2022, 18:20
Forum: The Eric van de Poele Memorial Forum
Topic: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread
Replies: 1792
Views: 494956

Re: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread

I had front-row seats on the first corner to the Sunday E-Prix (round 14), and it was a really awesome experience. First time I've been to a race, and definitely planning on going again next year (originally had tickets for 2020, until Covid happened). Really sad for Sam Bird, I was hoping he'd main...
by SammiRei
19 May 2022, 18:00
Forum: The Eric van de Poele Memorial Forum
Topic: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread
Replies: 1792
Views: 494956

Re: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread

McLaren have declared they want to take over from Mercedes from next year, and Abt Sport have said they're looking to come in as a customer team (possibly of Mahindra), so we should be back up to 12 teams next year (or 13 if Maserati aren't taking over another existing team).
by SammiRei
10 May 2022, 19:32
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Miami 2022
Replies: 28
Views: 3762

Re: Reject of the Race - Miami 2022

The TV Race Direction gets my vote as well, for missing out on a lot of things.
by SammiRei
20 Mar 2022, 21:44
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: IIDOTR - Bahrain 2022 (RESULTS)
Replies: 23
Views: 2972

Re: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Bahrain 2022

I'm going to echo what everyone else has already said and give nominations to Magnussen, Zhou and Bottas, but I'm also going to add an HM for F1 as a whole: I've found it very boring and processional for a lot of the last few years and nearly didn't bother watching this one at all. In the end, I'm g...
by SammiRei
24 Dec 2021, 08:22
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2021 Discussion Thread
Replies: 384
Views: 83148

Re: 2021 Discussion Thread

I reckon if Hamilton gets fined or penalised for missing the awards ceremony then he walks away from the sport which would be tragic given it would all be because the rules got changed at the last minute.......and rumours are saying if that happens then Bottas gets recalled to Mercedes and Giovinaz...
by SammiRei
30 Nov 2021, 18:30
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: The Junior Series Thread
Replies: 1936
Views: 522193

Re: The Junior Series Thread

It looks like following his release from Williams' junior driver programme Dan Ticktum's chances of making it to Formula 1 are getting even longer following the announcement that he's landed a seat at Formula E's perennial backmarkers Nio 333.
by SammiRei
12 Nov 2021, 21:30
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2021 Discussion Thread
Replies: 384
Views: 83148

Re: 2021 Discussion Thread - Russian GP discussion!

Andrew Benson (the BBC's lead F1 writer) is on fine form today, after declaring that "George Russell was out-qualified by Williams team-mate George Russell for the first time in their three years together" in his write-up of the Friday qualifying.
by SammiRei
04 Sep 2021, 08:47
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2021 Discussion Thread
Replies: 384
Views: 83148

Re: 2021 Discussion Thread - Styrian GP discussion!

Raikkonen will not take part tomorrow after testing positive for Covid-19, Robert Kubica will be taking his place.
by SammiRei
28 Aug 2021, 18:20
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: 2021 Discussion Thread
Replies: 384
Views: 83148

Re: 2021 Discussion Thread - Styrian GP discussion!

I feel like George Russell gets himself an early IIODTR nomination for that qualifying effort.
by SammiRei
19 Aug 2021, 13:41
Forum: The Eric van de Poele Memorial Forum
Topic: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread
Replies: 1792
Views: 494956

Re: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread

However, in the past few days, Mercedes have hinted that they may not remain in FE beyond next year for the Gen3 model of car, so there may actually be hope yet... That's a little concerning, given both BMW and Audi have already pulled out citing a lack of further development opportunities from nex...
by SammiRei
15 Aug 2021, 20:00
Forum: The Eric van de Poele Memorial Forum
Topic: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread
Replies: 1792
Views: 494956

Re: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread

Berlin providing a lively double-header to round out the season again, I see.
by SammiRei
06 Jun 2021, 19:17
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Azerbaijan
Replies: 37
Views: 108864

Re: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Azerbaijan

Reasonably close for me this time, but someone has to win. IIDOTR goes to Sergio Perez : A good number of places made up and a second driver able to step in when the main driver drops out is exactly what Red Bull haven't properly had for a few years and Perez is doing a very good job of showing Helm...
by SammiRei
06 Jun 2021, 19:11
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Azerbaijan
Replies: 46
Views: 9525

Re: Reject of the Race - Azerbaijan

Another race, another surprisingly large pool of potential nominees. First place and most rejectful goes to Pirelli : Two rear-left tyre failures at high speed is not a good look. I know races where tyre wear is a complete non-factor is kinda boring, but there has to be some middle ground. Runner up...
by SammiRei
23 May 2021, 20:06
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Monaco 2021
Replies: 32
Views: 7332

Re: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Monaco 2021

Not quite as many options here as for RotR, but still enough to have HMs to spare. Winner goes to Sebastien Vettel : I've largely written off his ability to race over the last few seasons, so managing the double cut and making it stick, even at Monaco was surprising for him. Runner up goes to Sergio...
by SammiRei
23 May 2021, 20:00
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Monaco 2021
Replies: 35
Views: 8427

Re: Reject of the Race - Monaco 2021

A lot of options here. Worse of the bunch goes to The Race Director : I've been complaining for years that it's impossible to overtake here in F1 and that Monaco (along with Singapore) should be dropped from the calendar to make way for a track where some actual racing might happen, and the one mome...
by SammiRei
09 May 2021, 19:46
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Spain 2021 POLL
Replies: 25
Views: 6126

Re: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Spain 2021

Only nominee from me is Daniel Riccardo: for keeping Sainz behind him and beating Norris.

HM goes to Formula-E for managing to make a race at Monaco exciting for the first time in years.
by SammiRei
09 May 2021, 19:44
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Spain 2021 POLL
Replies: 32
Views: 9410

Re: Reject of the Race - Spain 2021

Worst place easily goes to Max Verstappen's Strategist : Leaving him out like that was just asking for him to get caught by Hamilton. Runner up goes to Alfa Romeo's Tyres : I'm not sure I want to know how you get a puncture when the tyre isn't even fitted to the car, but good job. DHM: Everyone who ...
by SammiRei
06 May 2021, 17:50
Forum: The Eric van de Poele Memorial Forum
Topic: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread
Replies: 1792
Views: 494956

Re: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread

This weekend's Monaco Formula-E race is officially using the full Monte Carlo circuit for the first time, so we'll get to see them go through the tunnel, which will be fun with the halos lit up for Attack Mode/Fanboost.
by SammiRei
02 May 2021, 20:27
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Portugal 2021POLL
Replies: 25
Views: 4676

Re: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Portugal 2021

IIDOTR Winner: Esteban Ocon : Much better from Alpine this time out, but I'm giving it to Ocon specifically, because let's face it, you expect that sort of drive from a double world champion and Ocon still beat him. Runner Up: Mick Schumacher : Not exactly much choice here, so I'll give it to Schuma...
by SammiRei
02 May 2021, 20:24
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Portugal 2021 POLL
Replies: 37
Views: 53680

Re: Reject of the Race - Portugal 2021

I'm going with the crowd on this one. Worst place easily goes to Kimi Raikkonen : The most senior driver in the field making the kind of mistake you'd expect to see by the most junior. Runner up for Nikita Mazepin : Being a minute behind your teammate, even with an extra stop is never a good sign, a...
by SammiRei
19 Apr 2021, 17:46
Forum: The Eric van de Poele Memorial Forum
Topic: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread
Replies: 1792
Views: 494956

Re: The Lucas di Grassi Formula E Thread

It's got to the point where I don't even need to write [REDACTED] any more. You know what I mean. Attack mode or Fanboost? (I have been on hiatus from the forum in my defence) The 'last two seasons' comment makes me suspect Attack Mode, since it only started in season 5 when they introduced the Gen...
by SammiRei
18 Apr 2021, 20:03
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Emilia-Romagna 2021 POLL
Replies: 41
Views: 9856

Re: Reject of the Race - Emilia-Romagna 2021

So many people spinning makes this one a bit difficult to rate for me. Worst place goes to Valtteri Bottas 50 of one, half a dozen of the other it may have been (even if at first glance it looked more like Russel's fault), but as other people have rightly pointed out, Bottas should not have been fig...
by SammiRei
18 Apr 2021, 19:55
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Emilia-Romag POLL
Replies: 26
Views: 5682

Re: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Emilia-Romagn

1st place goes to Lando Norris Solid drive to the podium, and one of relatively few drivers not to have a noticable incident during the race itself. He needed to beat Riccardo solidly this year to put himself in the 'potential world champion' bracket, and so far so good. 2nd goes to Ferrari Given ho...
by SammiRei
29 Mar 2021, 19:59
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Bahrain 2021 POLL
Replies: 27
Views: 5582

Re: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Bahrain 2021

1st: Sergio Perez Considering his car nearly died on the formation lap and he started from the pits, getting back up to 5th by the end of the race was a pretty good effort, and as oother people have already pointed out, not something we're likely to have seen from Gasly, Albon or Kvyat. 2nd: Yuki Ts...
by SammiRei
29 Mar 2021, 19:54
Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
Topic: Reject of the Race - Bahrain 2021 POLL
Replies: 46
Views: 11861

Re: Reject of the Race - Bahrain 2021

1st: Sebastian Vettel After holding Alonso off on old tyres part-way through the race to let Stroll get further up the road, I thought he might be showing the ability to race wheel to wheel we've not seen from him in a little while. Then he hit Ocon in a clumsy lockup and tried to blame him for movi...
by SammiRei
15 Mar 2021, 23:07
Forum: The HWNSNBM Memorial Forum
Topic: Hello everyone! New members' check in desk
Replies: 1478
Views: 2361868

Re: Hello everyone! New members' check in desk

Hello! I've been a lurker on here for several years now, always meant to register but never actually did. When the site went down last year I thought I'd lost my chance, so with the nice surprise that it's back up I figured it was about time to get around to it. Been an avid watcher of F1 for many y...