Any F1 Fans in the Neighborhood?

[Terronium 12]

That's a rumor that's been circulating since Hamilton had his choice of words at Monaco. Now it's calming down to the point where people believe he's going to re-sign with McLaren but on the premise he'll do less and less promotional work with them. I think it's still floating around that since his results at Silverstone were lackluster he'll be looking for a change of team considering McLaren haven't be in possession of a real championship-worthy car for what, three years now? First it was Brawn, and now Red Bull...and as long as Adrian is with them I don't see that changing any time soon. So if they do swap you'd have to think Webber would become Red Bull's worse enemy possible. He drove for them, he knows how the team operates, etc, etc. He could, if he felt inclined to, undermine the RB8 or 9 by taking a provisional role in the development of the MP4-27 or 28. Even if he didn't he would still have an advantage (at least mentally if the car isn't up to the task) and would have to be considered a threat anyway.

 

[Joan Archer]

I watch F1, there's no way I'd be able to go to a live race though so have to make do with watching it on TV. It's much better viewing since going back to BBC though I'll say that. I thought the Canadian leg of the race was brilliant and well done to Jenson for the win.

 

[Terronium 12]

Nurburgring this Sunday.

Thoughts? Predictions?

 

[smarteyeball]

To early to call a winner, but the usual suspects will be up the pointy end.

 

[xxxdannyxxx]

Nurburgring this Sunday.

Thoughts? Predictions?

Schumacher to win lol.
Meanwhile back in the real world it will be interesting to see what they have done with this exhaust gas blowing through the diffusers. My understanding is that after last fortnights fiasco they have all agreed on a certain percentage of hot exhaust gas been allowed now until its outlawed next season. Therefore we should see an improvement in the McLaren as it was them it hit the hardest. We will also see if it was Ferraris updates that they brought to Silverstone that made them quick of whether is was everyone else been slower with the lack of exhaust gasses been blown.Personally I think it was mostly the latter, you dont improve a car by 1.2 secs overnight.
As for picking a winner you would be foolish not to say Vettel but I think it will be a closer one and hopefully the McLaren boys have pulled there socks up and will take the fight to Red Bull.

EDIT-Seems I was wrong as were all back to how we started the season, should be an interesting race then http://www.formula1.com/news/headlines/2011/7/12308.html

Danny

 

[kado897]

Nurburgring is not as good since they shortened the track.

 

[wilywombat]

Best thing at Silverstone was that new "flying cam" they used.

 

[Terronium 12]

Schumacher to win lol.
Meanwhile back in the real world it will be interesting to see what they have done with this exhaust gas blowing through the diffusers. My understanding is that after last fortnights fiasco they have all agreed on a certain percentage of hot exhaust gas been allowed now until its outlawed next season. Therefore we should see an improvement in the McLaren as it was them it hit the hardest. We will also see if it was Ferraris updates that they brought to Silverstone that made them quick of whether is was everyone else been slower with the lack of exhaust gasses been blown.Personally I think it was mostly the latter, you dont improve a car by 1.2 secs overnight.
As for picking a winner you would be foolish not to say Vettel but I think it will be a closer one and hopefully the McLaren boys have pulled there socks up and will take the fight to Red Bull.

EDIT-Seems I was wrong as were all back to how we started the season, should be an interesting race then Formula 1

Danny

And there goes Ferrari's possible comeback. Onto the 2012 car they go...

I'd love to see Schumacher take a win, he would have at Canada had it not been for DRS. I'd also love (perhaps even more so) to see Kobayashi, Barrichello, or Rosberg to take a win. Of course I really want Webber to run away with it but there's too many other drivers I watch on the field to keep rooting him on.

 

[xxxdannyxxx]

And there goes Ferrari's possible comeback. Onto the 2012 car they go...

Would have to agree with you there.To be fair I think that could be game set and match to Vettel,but like you said I too would like to see a win for some of the lesser names.I wonder if RBR will take their foot off the pedal once the championships are in the bag to concentrate on next years car, that may open up space for some different winners.
Coming back to Schumi, I think he desperately need a podium or two to secure a seat for next year.I think even best buddy Ross Brawn is beginning to regret signing him now. Its odd how ive taken to him this season, I honestly couldn't stick him a few years back but this season have really felt sorry for him with all the flack he has taken.At the end of the day what he achieved in the sport will never be beaten and I think he should be shown more respect.

Danny

 

[Terronium 12]

Schumi may not be his old, dominant self but he's not going anywhere unless it's of his own will. The guy is a marketing bonanza simply by name alone, sure Nico has consistently outperformed him all of last season and much of this season as well but as great as Rosberg is, he can't attract press and marketing attention like Michael can -- good or bad. In the event he is able to do one last successful run, he would have done so with the same team he began his career in. If he's unable to, then he would have retired from the same team he began his career with.

It sells itself either way.

 

[Terronium 12]

FORMULA ONE - F1: Vettel Wants 'Honesty And Respect' From A Teammate

How does anyone 'want' respect? You either earn it, or you don't.

 

[xxxdannyxxx]

FORMULA ONE - F1: Vettel Wants 'Honesty And Respect' From A Teammate

How does anyone 'want' respect? You either earn it, or you don't.

How can Mark respect him or the team when its obvious whose side their on. He's been an outsider since he joined RBR and their main focus has always been Vettel.
I see in that article Lewis's name was again mentioned alongside Red Bull as a possible replacement for Mark.Not unusual for this to all be denied at this point but its been mentioned more and more at the moment.

Danny

 

[xxxdannyxxx]

Im sat here wondering if Vettel will get the same team order message as Mark if things pan out for him today, or will Mark have to move out of the way and let him through.Predictions for the race anyone.

1st Webber
2nd Hamilton
3rd Schumi (after a barn storming race just to prove his critics wrong lol)

Danny

 

[seavixen32]

If Webber has to make way for Vettel, I'd love to be in the pit lane at the end of the race to hear a few choice words being spoken.

 

[xxxdannyxxx]

If Webber has to make way for Vettel, I'd love to be in the pit lane at the end of the race to hear a few choice words being spoken.

Even if hes told to I personally cant see him doing it, not after taking no notice at Silverstone.

Danny

 

[Terronium 12]

As much talent as Webber has and as much as I love the guy, he is awful at standing starts.

Congrats to Lewis for a sprawling victory and to Alonso for always keeping everyone (including the car he's manhandling) on their toes. As usual Vettel proves he can't overtake worth a damn and only secured fourth after Team Alonso screwed up Massa's stop. Again.

 

[xxxdannyxxx]

Good result today. Mclaren looking strong for the rest of the season and a big confidence boost for Lewis. As usual if Button didnt have bad luck he would have no luck at all.
RBR slowly falling apart I think. Its definitely not all roses in that team at the moment, I think theres more going on behind the scenes than their making out. Im convinced Webber wont re sign for next year if he can get a drive elsewhere, and while hes at it could do with some drive off the start line too Then theres (I dont know how to overtake please help me im stuck behind a slower driver all race) Vettel. Bit of a reality check today for him.
Not a big Ferrari fan but Alonso drove well and kept everyone honest, should be an interesting second half of the season.

 

[seavixen32]

Although Lewis is still 82 points behind Vettel, his win must give him confidence for the nine races to come.

My 6-year-old grandson has gone to bed happy as he's a massive fan of Hamilton.

Not so my wife, she's in love with Alonso so I guess I'm out of luck for a while yet!

 

[Joan Archer]

Well I felt sorry for Jenson having to listen to that radio message, we're retiring the car hydraulics problem.

 

[seavixen32]

I agree Joan. Button is a good driver and a nice man too so it must be disheartening for him to have so much bad luck.