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- 26 Nov 2019, 12:35
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: 2019 Brazilian GP ROTR
- Replies: 39
- Views: 7145
Re: 2019 Brazilian GP ROTR
. It's perhaps not surprising that Liberty are focussing in on that aspect. ...this does make me a bit sad . And others too, I think. The safety car is supposedly for safety . I dont like it being used to make things interesting/ risky If Liberty were honest and said they want to meddle with re-sta...
- 25 Nov 2019, 11:22
- Forum: The Jean-Denis Deletraz Memorial Forum
- Topic: What things do you miss from older F1 races?
- Replies: 83
- Views: 49774
Re: What things do you miss from older F1 races?
I guess my disjointed rambling comes down to: we've really barely had much competition across the field outside of 2010 and 2012, and even that level of competitiveness seems to have come from miracles than from any kind of inherent quality in the system of F1 as we see it today. And I think that i...
- 25 Nov 2019, 09:42
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: 2019 Brazilian GP ROTR
- Replies: 39
- Views: 7145
Re: 2019 Brazilian GP ROTR
Speaking of trying to create more action through the use of the safety car, he suggested that the sport has considered having double file restarts, as previously used in IndyCar, to try to create even more action when restarting after a safety car - although apparently that was ditched because Indy...
- 18 Nov 2019, 09:53
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: 2019 Brazilian GP ROTR
- Replies: 39
- Views: 7145
Re: 2019 Brazilian GP ROTR
Ferrari ...actually Sebastian I think
And yes - that first safety car seemed unnecessary, unless I missed something. VSC would have been fine , no?
And yes - that first safety car seemed unnecessary, unless I missed something. VSC would have been fine , no?
- 18 Nov 2019, 09:48
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: 2019 Brazilian Grand Prix IIDOTR
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2834
Re: 2019 Brazilian Grand Prix IIDOTR
Gasly - and what an exit from Juncao on the last lap.
And Alfa - where did that pace come from ?
And Alfa - where did that pace come from ?
- 18 Nov 2019, 09:46
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: The 2019 Brazilian Grand Prix discussion thread
- Replies: 17
- Views: 3659
Re: The 2019 Brazilian Grand Prix discussion thread
Daniel Ricciardo's reputation as a great overtaker seems to have taken a pounding this year. Bit like his car. Honda's reputation for being a bit short of horsepower is also under review on the evidence of that drag to the line. And Sebastian's reputation for not quite driving in a straight line dow...
- 15 Nov 2019, 12:22
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: 2020 Silly Season Thread
- Replies: 193
- Views: 50839
Re: 2020 Silly Season Thread
It's disappointing, Hülkenberg deserves to be in F1. But so does Vandoorne and every top FE driver. 20 cars sucks. Yep , I agree - 20 cars on the grid. Empty grid space every grand prix for many years now . F1 is undersubscribed, which isnt healthy . Whilst the 10 teams like keeping down the number...
- 13 Nov 2019, 12:22
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: 2019 Brazilian Grand Prix - Predicament Predictions!
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1970
Re: 2019 Brazilian Grand Prix - Predicament Predictions!
The single lake (where are the others?) Interlagos GP of Brazil 1. Max Verstappen 2. Lewis Hamilton 3. Alexander Albon 4. Sebastian Vettel 5. Valtteri Bottas 6. Charles Leclerc 7. Daniel Ricciardo 8. Nico Hulkenberg 9. Daniil Kvyat 10. Pierre Gasly Pole: Max Verstappen Fastest lap: Charles Leclerc F...
- 07 Nov 2019, 11:10
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: Your Reject of the Race - USA
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2700
Re: Your Reject of the Race - USA
As mentioned above - Ferrari and Haas . I feel sorry for Haas now - they just cant get points and yet they started the season ahead of most of the midfield.
Ferrari's race pace was disappointing
Ferrari's race pace was disappointing
- 07 Nov 2019, 11:07
- Forum: The Eric van de Poele Memorial Forum
- Topic: Unpopular F1 opinions
- Replies: 4038
- Views: 563952
Re: Unpopular F1 opinions
[quote="LadyMarussia295" If you're talking about their attitude towards W Series, yeah I agree, but the huge difference, in my point of view, is that Mann doesn't seem to bash the W Series *drivers*. She's quite friendly with a couple of the W Series drivers at least, I think.[/quote] Yes ...
- 31 Oct 2019, 12:11
- Forum: The Eric van de Poele Memorial Forum
- Topic: Unpopular F1 opinions
- Replies: 4038
- Views: 563952
Re: Unpopular F1 opinions
I think that we have to recognise that a lot of the Pippa Mann, Sophia Florsch output to social media, and in response to media questioning is really just a part of the kind of self promotion they need to keep themselves racing. Or its a response to the kind of media questioning that seeks to 'diffe...
- 31 Oct 2019, 12:03
- Forum: The Eric van de Poele Memorial Forum
- Topic: Drivers that crashed with each other 2 times or more
- Replies: 49
- Views: 18184
Re: Drivers that crashed with each other 2 times or more
Gilles Villeneuve crashed into Peterson twice in 3 races - Japan 77, and Brazil 78.
I think I recall reports that Peterson thought Villeneuve to be a bit dangerous
I think I recall reports that Peterson thought Villeneuve to be a bit dangerous
- 30 Oct 2019, 09:51
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: 2019 United States Grand Prix - Predicament Predictions!
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2543
Re: 2019 United States Grand Prix - Predicament Predictions!
The Northern Mexico Grand Prix of Tejas 1. Lewis Hamilton 2. Sebastian Vettel 3. Valtteri Bottas 4. Charles Leclerc 5. Alexander Albon 6. Max Verstappen 7. Lando Norris 8. Nico Hulkenberg 9. Daniel Ricciardo 10. Kevin Magnussen Pole: Lewis Hamilton Fastest lap: Alexander Albon First retirement: Carl...
- 29 Oct 2019, 09:47
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Mexico
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2616
Re: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Mexico
Yes Perez, and
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maybe Kubica- - he was ahead of Russell for ages ( may have held him up a bit , but even so ) , and only lost out with a puncture . I didnt expect that from Robert after quallie /practice
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maybe Kubica- - he was ahead of Russell for ages ( may have held him up a bit , but even so ) , and only lost out with a puncture . I didnt expect that from Robert after quallie /practice
- 29 Oct 2019, 09:44
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: Reject of the Race: Mexico
- Replies: 18
- Views: 3612
Re: Reject of the Race: Mexico
I'll stick up for Kvyat- Hulk was out of tyres and possibly unexpectedly slow, it was the last corner of the last lap and we like drivers to have a go so Kvyat tries to squeeze inside to outdrag Hulk on the way to the line .. and misjudges it . Max nerfed Kevin , even Vettel nerfed Leclerc at one po...
- 29 Oct 2019, 09:38
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: Reject of the Race: Mexico
- Replies: 18
- Views: 3612
Re: Reject of the Race: Mexico
I am fairly sure there was at least one instance of him cutting a corner on the opening lap that was overlooked as well. They often turn a blind eye to people running off track or minor corner cutting on the first lap due to everybody running so close together and 2-3 cars running next to each othe...
- 29 Oct 2019, 09:33
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: The Mexico City baseball stadium grand prix
- Replies: 30
- Views: 4823
Re: The Mexico City baseball stadium grand prix
Well, firstly I think I have revised my view of the track. I said it was a bit 'meh' , and I'm not keen on the layout. But having watched practice, quallie and the race I have to say that the slippy surface means that it was pretty good . Turn 1, T12 (?) into the stadium and the last corner all seem...
- 24 Oct 2019, 07:59
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: Renault Disqualified from Japanese GP
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2022
Re: Renault Disqualified from Japanese GP
I cannot comment on the validity of the FIA's conclusions, but I think theyve done pretty well; got the hearing done fairly quickly and a DSQ for this sort of infringement seems fair .
- 23 Oct 2019, 12:43
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: The Mexico City baseball stadium grand prix
- Replies: 30
- Views: 4823
Re: The Mexico City baseball stadium grand prix
Mexico offers a race track that is handily located , with enthusiastic crowds . But am I alone in finding the track to be a bit 'meh'? The excessively long straight followed by a first corner that acts a bit like T2 at Sochi ( inviting 'shortcuts') , and just a few too many really tight corners ( no...
- 23 Oct 2019, 12:29
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: The Junior Series Thread
- Replies: 1936
- Views: 534132
Re: The Junior Series Thread
Raghunathan has scored a point in F2! We truly are living in the End Times. I think that Raghunathan scoring points was one of the most wtf moments of recent years F2 history. Also, I felt a little sad for Calderon. They're both bad, but at least she's doesn't look as slow as Raghunathan is. I thin...
- 22 Oct 2019, 10:00
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: 2019 Mexican Grand Prix - Predicament Predictions!
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2712
Re: 2019 Mexican Grand Prix - Predicament Predictions!
It's not the attitude, its the altitude GP of Mexico (DF) 1. Max Verstappen 2. Charles Leclerc 3. Sebastian Vettel 4. Alexander Albon 5. Lewis Hamilton 6. Sergio Pérez 7. Carlos Sainz 8. Lando Norris 9. Nico Hulkenberg 10. Daniel Ricciardo Pole: Max Verstappen Fastest lap: Lewis Hamilton First retir...
- 18 Oct 2019, 12:13
- Forum: The Eric van de Poele Memorial Forum
- Topic: The most anonymous F1 stints
- Replies: 364
- Views: 130276
Re: The most anonymous F1 stints
FullMetalJack wrote:Stefan Johansson at Ligier.
But this sticks slightly in my mind because he came from McLaren and this was the start of the end of his F1 ..
Ghinzani at Ligier the previous year, maybe more anonymous ..(part of his unhappy foray into non-Osella teams)
- 14 Oct 2019, 13:22
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: Your Reject of the Race - Japan
- Replies: 24
- Views: 4951
Re: Your Reject of the Race - Japan
The 'early' finish fiasco is truly rejectful. What happens as a driver ? Raghunathan got a penalty for passing the chequered flag twice in F2 , so what do you do on lap 53 if the team tell you the race has ended already ( because theyve seen the flag icon on the timing) ? In this case it seems no on...
- 14 Oct 2019, 13:10
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Japan
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2940
Re: Infinite Improbability Drive of the Race - Japan
Yes ;
Sainz
Bottas - he was very good, from the start .
Sainz
Bottas - he was very good, from the start .
- 14 Oct 2019, 13:08
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: Japanese Grand Prix Discussion Thread
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2862
Re: Japanese Grand Prix Discussion Thread
I just don't get this penalty. The collision was accidental as he lost downforce under braking, .... And btw, if that lap 1 collision deserved a penalty, how on earth did Albon get away with it? T.. I too thought the penalty was a bit harsh, taking into account the 'let them race' approach. No one ...
- 10 Oct 2019, 12:34
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: Japanese Grand Prix Discussion Thread
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2862
Re: Japanese Grand Prix Discussion Thread
Yes... this typhoon is looking worrying. Sunday may have to feature 'qualifying' of some sort if its cleared up. This means Sky F1 will simultaneously say there's nothing wrong with current quallie and then suggest that this new way of doing things is very exciting and would shorten a weekend ( so t...
- 08 Oct 2019, 10:07
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: 2019 Japanese Grand Prix - Predicament Predictions!
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3084
Re: 2019 Japanese Grand Prix - Predicament Predictions!
The Tora, Tora, Tora Typhoon Torrent Survivors GP of Japan 1. Charles Leclerc 2. Lewis Hamilton 3. Nico Hulkenberg 4. Alexander Albon 5. Sebastian Vettel 6.Carlos Sainz 7. Kevin Magnussen 8. Daniil Kvyat 9. Pierre Gasly 10. Lando Norris Pole: Lewis Hamilton Fastest lap: Max Verstappen First retireme...
- 08 Oct 2019, 09:54
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: F1 Rejects Got Talent
- Replies: 73
- Views: 30967
Re: F1 Rejects Got Talent
yannicksamlad wrote:I'll play - looking below GP2;
Jack Aitken - I think he could develop further..but I suppose he's getting on a bit since he's 21
Leo Pulcini - seems quick
12/12/2016 I wrote that ....still waiting
David Schumacher though ....seems to be developing nicely, and has the right surname
- 04 Oct 2019, 09:01
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: Who will be the next NEW F1 world champion?
- Replies: 215
- Views: 70881
Re: Who will be the next NEW F1 world champion?
Realistically ( I think I'm being realistic, but may be wrong) , it's Leclerc in a Ferrari who would seem likely to have a better chance than Verstappen in an RB-Honda in 2020. After that - new rules may mean Red Bull Honda make the best car and Max could do it. But 2021 is too uncertain to predict,...
- 04 Oct 2019, 08:50
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: Adrian Campos is at it again
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3406
Re: Adrian Campos is at it again
. Also, any team that is trying to prevent Pascal Wehrlein's humongous talent from being wasted by a bunch of idiots in Formula E immediately enjoys my support. Absolutely! I think this is great news . Adrian dares to dream ! Drivers have longer careers because they start younger, and together with...
- 30 Sep 2019, 08:57
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: The Junior Series Thread
- Replies: 1936
- Views: 534132
Re: The Junior Series Thread
T2 rejoining the track is a known issue- 2015 Markelov clouted the wall as he went through the gap to the left of the bollard , and like Mazepin swept across the track in a damaged car, out of control . Sergio Canamasas commented that the track design seemed to invite problems ( noting a lack of run...
- 25 Sep 2019, 10:55
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: Your Reject of the Race - Singapore
- Replies: 21
- Views: 4298
Re: Your Reject of the Race - Singapore
Daniel Ricciardo - - looked a bit desperate and cost himself with the lack of judgement
- 25 Sep 2019, 07:52
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: 2019 Russian Grand Prix - Predicament Predictions
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2872
Re: 2019 Russian Grand Prix - Predicament Predictions
The Sochi 'Gateway to the Gulag' Grand Prix of Imperial Russia 1. Valtteri Bottas (from lap 1!) 2. Lewis Hamilton 3. Max Verstappen 4.Charles Leclerc 5. Sebastian Vettel 6. Alexander Albon 7. Daniil Kvyat 8. Lando Norris 9. Pierre Gasly 10. Daniel Ricciardo Pole: Valtteri Bottas FL: Lewis Hamilton F...
- 23 Sep 2019, 08:50
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: Singapore GP 2019 discussion thread
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2193
Re: Singapore GP 2019 discussion thread
I too was puzzled by the time it took to get the safety car out. They could have 'stalled' using a VSC for a bit if they wanted to have a bit more of a think.. And I agree with Enforcer - it suddenly went a bit rubbish NASCAR. And I also agree on his point about Merc telling Bottas to stay behind Le...
- 23 Sep 2019, 08:41
- Forum: The HWNSNBM Memorial Forum
- Topic: New Team Profile - AGS
- Replies: 21
- Views: 39279
Re: New Team Profile - AGS
Really enjoyed re-reading this...it's just as good second time around
- 20 Sep 2019, 12:52
- Forum: The HWNSNBM Memorial Forum
- Topic: The 2019 Mid-Season GP Rejects Podcast!
- Replies: 12
- Views: 5803
Re: The 2019 Mid-Season GP Rejects Podcast!
Genius musical interlude. Loved it
- 19 Sep 2019, 08:41
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: 2019 Singapore Grand Prix - Predicament Predictions!
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2900
Re: 2019 Singapore Grand Prix - Predicament Predictions!
The Far East Fog ( do I smell burning?) GP of southern Malaysia 1. Max Verstappen 2. Valtteri Bottas 3. Lewis Hamilton 4. Alexander Albon 5. Charles Leclerc 6. Pierre Gasly 7. Daniel Ricciardo 8. Nico Hulkenberg 9. Sebastian Vettel 10. Sergio Perez Pole: Lewis Hamilton Fastest lap: Alexander Albon F...
- 09 Sep 2019, 15:44
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: 2019 Italian GP thread
- Replies: 39
- Views: 7048
Re: 2019 Italian GP thread
One thing I did enjoy- F1 looked properly difficult at Monza - people locking up, spins , going wide , and getting a bit wiggly.
Usually I need the F2 and F3 for that
Usually I need the F2 and F3 for that
- 09 Sep 2019, 10:42
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: 2019 Italian GP thread
- Replies: 39
- Views: 7048
Re: 2019 Italian GP thread
Leclerc's rise to the top has really put a smile on my face. After all the craziness of today, I'm just really happy that he's winning. I'm right with this- so nice to see Leclerc win . He seems a real breath of fresh air. He's good for the sport as a result. My household was willing him to win . A...
- 09 Sep 2019, 10:40
- Forum: The Paul Stoddart Memorial Forum
- Topic: Your Reject of the Race - Italy
- Replies: 35
- Views: 8607
Re: Your Reject of the Race - Italy
Vettel - for the re-join F1 strategists - for Q3 . The warnings were there , they knew they could look silly and bring the sport into disrepute. And yet they failed to consider the bigger picture, or even apparently plan for what to do if other people were messing about . I'll stick up for Stroll - ...