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by BillyBoy200uk
Thu Nov 22, 2018 3:25 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Verstappen should have been given blue flag to let Ocon thru
Replies: 61
Views: 19981

Re: Verstappen should have been given blue flag to let Ocon

Verstappen made the mistake, simples, Ocon had every right to unlap himself. If after the overtake, Verstappen starts to catch Ocon, then Ocon would receive the Blue flag and would have to move over, however, this probably wouldn’t have happened as Max could manage the gap to Hamilton who was not ca...
by BillyBoy200uk
Sun Mar 19, 2017 7:20 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Obligatory Favorite Driver
Replies: 68
Views: 16916

Re: Obligatory Favorite Driver

Jenson Button for me, even though there is no poll for him as a reserve driver :-)
by BillyBoy200uk
Fri Apr 15, 2016 7:50 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Haas VF16
Replies: 88
Views: 24589

Re: Haas VF16

Just read an article where Haas says that there are a lot of whiners in F1 complaining about the amount of parts that he has bought off the shelf, and that he missed the memo sent out saying that new teams should run around at the back for a few years, which I thought was brilliant. Have to say, I f...
by BillyBoy200uk
Sat Mar 26, 2016 9:39 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Sky Sports lands exclusive F1 television coverage in UK
Replies: 193
Views: 30747

Re: Sky Sports lands exclusive F1 television coverage in UK

Havin followed the sport since the late 70s I am disappointed that we have finally gone Pay TV for live coverage of my favourite sport. I agree fully with the main point that most make on here that real fans will not object to paying for their fix, which is why I paid the 10 pound extra for HD which...
by BillyBoy200uk
Fri Mar 25, 2016 12:22 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Odious Little man gets his way with Pay TV
Replies: 0
Views: 8394

Odious Little man gets his way with Pay TV

Cant believe the news today that the ONLY live F1 races screened on UK TV from 2019 will be SKY TV. The odious little runt has been pushing this for years, and now we have it When i had SKY tv, i paid the extra £10/month for HD channels as the F1 channel was included. Although i have moved to Virgin...
by BillyBoy200uk
Thu Oct 29, 2015 3:18 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Mercedes - Can Any driver be World Champion in this car
Replies: 100
Views: 14908

Re: Mercedes - Can Any driver be World Champion in this car

Hi again guys, as always a lively discussion on here which is one of the reasons I enjoy it, as there are many knowledgeable contributions to the subjects. I know there are many permutations you can throw at this when it comes to using one Mercedes or two, and various driver combos, I guess a more l...
by BillyBoy200uk
Wed Oct 28, 2015 8:54 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Mercedes - Can Any driver be World Champion in this car
Replies: 100
Views: 14908

Mercedes - Can Any driver be World Champion in this car

Not sure if this subject has been broached before, and before we start this is not a Hammy bashing, just curios if any one of say the top 10 drivers would be a shoe-in for WDC in this current Mercedes. Take Hammy out, and Rosberg would easily be World Champion, run a single car with Button in the ca...
by BillyBoy200uk
Wed Oct 28, 2015 8:44 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Back to the F1 future - Pt3 (Alonso-McLaren)
Replies: 19
Views: 4593

Re: Back to the F1 future - Pt3 (Alonso-McLaren)

If they manage to get a combination of good engine + good chasis (they certainly can) then Alonso will do the rest. I have this feeling that he'll be back fighting for the championship by 2017. Just a hunch. He's got a tough teammate to deal with too though. He has been beating his tough team mate ...
by BillyBoy200uk
Wed Oct 28, 2015 8:42 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Driver(s) of the Day - 2015 US Grand Prix
Replies: 90
Views: 16067

Re: Driver(s) of the Day - 2015 US Grand Prix

Vettel, Verstappen and Alonso. Hulkenberg and Rosberg both drove very well until they made key errors. In fact it was probably heading towards Rosberg's best win until he ran wide. Really? Alonso? Just because you have an Alonso voodoo doll with a hundred pins in it doesn't mean Alonso didn't drive...
by BillyBoy200uk
Wed Oct 28, 2015 8:42 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Driver(s) of the Day - 2015 US Grand Prix
Replies: 90
Views: 16067

Re: Driver(s) of the Day - 2015 US Grand Prix

Vettel, Verstappen and Alonso. Hulkenberg and Rosberg both drove very well until they made key errors. In fact it was probably heading towards Rosberg's best win until he ran wide. Really? Alonso? Just because you have an Alonso voodoo doll with a hundred pins in it doesn't mean Alonso didn't drive...
by BillyBoy200uk
Wed Oct 28, 2015 8:33 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Alonso vs Button
Replies: 224
Views: 37018

Re: Alonso vs Button

Being a Huge JB fan over the years, I admit I was concerned that FA would be too strong even allowing for JB's record with Hammy when the partnership was announced, and on a good day (admittedly not a lot of those this year with Honda), I feel that FA is slightly ahead. However, when people say that...
by BillyBoy200uk
Mon May 25, 2015 10:05 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Should the Monaco GP be on the calendar?
Replies: 140
Views: 23245

Re: Should the Monaco GP be on the calendar?

I think a lot of people share the same opinion on this poll. Those true F1 fans have grown up with the Monaco GP, and even though it is a complete boring race, which is inevitably all over after quali on Saturday, you have to say that it is a One Off, most of the big teams have a "Monaco Spec" car w...
by BillyBoy200uk
Sun May 24, 2015 6:42 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Vettel Loophole in Helmet design
Replies: 3
Views: 3353

Vettel Loophole in Helmet design

ok guys, first off this is not a bash Vettel post, infact I have to say, my admiration for him has increased over the years, especially now he took the brave decision to jump to Ferrarri. Just read he, or his helmet designers have found a loop hole to the regs regarding helmet designs remaining the ...
by BillyBoy200uk
Wed Nov 12, 2014 8:18 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Jenson Button Vs Kevin Magnussen Your Pick for 2015?
Replies: 73
Views: 15268

Re: Jenson Button Vs Kevin Magnussen Your Pick for 2015?

Ok hat in ring time, not blind to his failings, but I am a big Button fan, and have followed him since he first signed for Williams back in 2000. Admire Alonso as I think he his probably the best All round driver on the grid, and therefore can understand Ron doing his best to sign him, you only have...
by BillyBoy200uk
Mon Mar 17, 2014 1:10 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: The official KEVIN MAGNUSSEN thread
Replies: 43
Views: 8379

Re: The official KEVIN MAGNUSSEN thread

I am a big JB fan. but fairs fair, credit to the young man, he drove a superb race. Unfair to say he made JB look ordinary, Saturday's yellow flag prevented JB from getting into Q3, but he drove a very good race today, a smart race, knowing when to turn the wick down, and look after the car, then pu...
by BillyBoy200uk
Sat Feb 01, 2014 8:27 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Button 2009 vs 2014 similarities
Replies: 157
Views: 24946

Re: Button 2009 vs 2014 similarities

I wish people would stop saying Button is in the 2nd tier of drivers alongside Rosberg,, Hulkenberg etc.... Which of these other 2nd tier drivers have a WDC trophy at home????...NONE. How many races collectively have they won (with the possible exception of Massa, who won a fair few in the best car ...
by BillyBoy200uk
Mon Jan 13, 2014 6:56 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Condolences to Jenson Button and family ;(
Replies: 60
Views: 18634

Re: Condolences to Jenson Button and family ;(

Just logged on and seen the news, as stated on many occasions i am a big JB fan, and as such, have always had a lot of respect for his father John. Those regular viewers will always remember him watching JB, wearing his "lucky" pink shirts :-) ALL my condolences go out to JB and the rest of the Butt...
by BillyBoy200uk
Mon Dec 30, 2013 8:01 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Double Points Vote Now
Replies: 103
Views: 16282

Re: Double Points Vote Now

Just as crazy an idea as lining up all the cars, and drivers drawing lots to see which car they will drive for the last race, then having an old fashioned Le Mans start with drivers running to their cars, but seeing as there are teammates, maybe also draw lots to see which team mate gives their othe...
by BillyBoy200uk
Mon Dec 30, 2013 8:00 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Double Points Vote Now
Replies: 103
Views: 16282

Re: Double Points Vote Now

Just as crazy an idea as lining up all the cars, and drivers drawing lots to see which car they will drive for the last race, then having an old fashioned Le Mans start with drivers running to their cars, but seeing as there are teammates, maybe also draw lots to see which team mate gives their othe...
by BillyBoy200uk
Mon Dec 30, 2013 7:56 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Michael Schumacher Accident - Messages of Support
Replies: 500
Views: 100930

Re: Michael Schumacher In Skiing Accident - Serious Head Inj

Never was his biggest fan, but I respect what he has done, and feel very sorry for him and his family, and wish him a speedy recovery...RESPECT!!
by BillyBoy200uk
Mon Dec 30, 2013 7:55 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Michael Schumacher Accident - Messages of Support
Replies: 500
Views: 100930

Re: Michael Schumacher In Skiing Accident - Serious Head Inj

Never was his biggest fan, but I respect what he has done, and feel very sorry for him and his family, and wish him a speedy recovery...RESPECT!!
by BillyBoy200uk
Mon Dec 30, 2013 7:53 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Top10 drivers of the year, according to team bosses
Replies: 111
Views: 22645

Re: Top10 drivers of the year, according to team bosses

OK I will nail my colours to the flag and say that I have ALWAYS been a big Button fan, but am also aware of his short comings, ie unlike Alonso and Hamilton, he seems incapable of driving the wheels off of a car that he is not 100% comfortable with. Having said that, he is a WDC, has shown he can h...
by BillyBoy200uk
Tue Jul 02, 2013 7:56 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Button to Red Bull?
Replies: 114
Views: 20282

Re: Button to Red Bull?

Alot of posters here are commenting on the fact that JB may be similar to what they currently have with MW, although as a JB fan they overlook the fact that JB has that that WDC behind him, which MW never managed. However, my main point is that Red Bull are not looking for another WDC, they are more...
by BillyBoy200uk
Mon Apr 01, 2013 8:17 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Are RBR punishing Vettel too much?
Replies: 19
Views: 4727

Re: Red Bull punish Vettel by demoting him to Toro Rosso for

Maky wrote:Red Bull punish Vettel by demoting him to Toro Rosso for Chinese GP
http://www.yallaf1.com/2013/04/01/red-b ... hinese-gp/

I wonder what date this story was pushed out on....1st April of course :lol:






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by BillyBoy200uk
Sun Feb 10, 2013 5:05 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Just how good was JB's time?
Replies: 55
Views: 14054

Re: Just how good was JB's time?

First off I am a JB fan, and watched the test at Jerez with interest. Yes JBs time was set on the first day, but the thing that sticks in my mind, was Massa's reaction at the end of testing, when he said that JBs time on Tuesday was very impressive as it was set on hard tyres, and on a green track. ...
by BillyBoy200uk
Sat Dec 08, 2012 8:54 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Button now the most experienced F1 driver on the grid...?
Replies: 56
Views: 10961

Re: Button now the most experienced F1 driver on the grid...

I too remember when Williams had a sort of race off between Button and another driver to determine who would get the second Williams seat (can't remember who the other driver was), and was pleased it was him that got the seat....I think it was because I liked the name of Jenson coming into F1...stra...
by BillyBoy200uk
Sat Dec 08, 2012 8:31 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Mclaren Driver PR work..
Replies: 241
Views: 51547

Re: Mclaren Driver PR work..

I think some people have actually missed the main point of the article posted. In terms of PR 'work' they are talking about it in the context of F1 not the outside world. The whole point is that the McLaren drivers have probably been a bit miffed that they have to do so many more days then many of ...
by BillyBoy200uk
Mon Nov 05, 2012 9:06 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Doing donuts in F1 - last time it happened?
Replies: 20
Views: 5031

Re: Doing donuts in F1 - last time it happened?

As far as I know, obviously it is against FIA rules to do them, and secondly and more importantly, the teams and rubber makers prefer the drivers to bring the car back as it is so they can assess the tyre wear for future upgrades
by BillyBoy200uk
Mon Nov 05, 2012 8:55 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Should Webber have got a penalty?
Replies: 26
Views: 4612

Re: Should Webber have got a penalty?

Actually I don't think he forced Massa into a spin. Massa did it all by himself by taking that T13 kerb too aggressively and losing the rears. Did Mark pressure him to do that? Maybe. Did Mark force him into a definite spin? I don't think so. Actually, I think Massa spun because instead of being ab...
by BillyBoy200uk
Mon Nov 05, 2012 8:54 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: How would you rate Vettel's ability to overtake on track?
Replies: 46
Views: 8939

Re: How would you rate Vettel's ability to overtake on track

I'm not his biggest fan, and agree with a lot of posters on here who rightly say that for the main part is like comparing chalk and cheese out there. His car was set up COMPLETELY different from all others, and the move on Button, owed mostly to fresh soft rubber. I'm not knocking him though, just s...
by BillyBoy200uk
Mon Nov 05, 2012 8:44 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Just leave me alone, i know what to do..
Replies: 83
Views: 19129

Re: Just leave me alone, i know what to do..

Azi wrote:I just don't get why everyone finds his attitude funny. :?
I guess the reason is, that we normally only get to hear mainly the routine boring transmisions, then when you get Kimi saying what he did, it gives everyone a chuckle....wouldnt read too much into it.
by BillyBoy200uk
Mon Nov 05, 2012 8:34 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Is there any chance that the Mclaren/Hami theory is true???
Replies: 39
Views: 9155

Re: Is there any chance that the Mclaren/Hami theory is true

Maybe with the massive increase in entry fees that the FIA are planning based on previous years Championship standing, McLaren think they can save a lot of money by finishing 3rd in the Constructors rather than 2nd? :lol:
by BillyBoy200uk
Fri Nov 02, 2012 6:15 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Why did Damon Hill got kicked out of Williams after 96'?
Replies: 59
Views: 9792

Re: Why did Damon Hill got kicked out of Williams after 96'?

I loved both Damon and Nige at Williams, and of course Senna. Never could get that excited about Prost maybe it was due to his demeanour (miserable looking sod :-) Like a lot of previous posters have already mentioned, sometimes Frank made some questionable decisions with his drivers, which I though...
by BillyBoy200uk
Fri Nov 02, 2012 6:04 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Teams will be made to pay for every point scored!
Replies: 2
Views: 1185

Re: Teams will be made to pay for every point scored!

I can't understand how the teams accept this, the FIA increase the amount of points on offer, then couple of years later, increase the entry fee by these ridiculous amounts. Why are the team managers not up in arms about this? Can't believe things are so quiet with them. Maybe THIS is something that...
by BillyBoy200uk
Sat Sep 29, 2012 4:37 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Ecclestone saying new engine regs might be scrapped
Replies: 43
Views: 11078

Re: Ecclestone saying new engine regs might be scrapped

I have it on good authority that Bernie has arranged a two tier engine format................. Most teams will go ahead with the turbo V6 option. Others will have the option of staying with the existing, but will have to agree to the shortcut corner rule and the erratic water sprays idea he was pus...
by BillyBoy200uk
Sun Jun 10, 2012 3:55 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Mclaren and Button in defensive crouch
Replies: 42
Views: 10779

Re: Mclaren and Button in defensive crouch

I cannot believe the OP for the comments they make to start this thread off...typical FanBoy stuff. I am a Button fan, and have defended him on more than one occasion on here. I am not blind to his faults, and know that he needs to be happy with the car in order to get the best out of it, whereas th...
by BillyBoy200uk
Wed Apr 04, 2012 1:01 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Kovalainen to replace Massa
Replies: 65
Views: 18377

Re: Kovalainen to replace Massa

One thing no one has mentioned on here with regards to Massa's replacement is money. I am sure that Massa's agent would have made sure that he had a cast iron contract, and therefore Ferrari in the current economic climate would have to decide if they wanted to pay off Massa, I have no idea how much...
by BillyBoy200uk
Wed Apr 04, 2012 12:54 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Height of Arrogance ??
Replies: 89
Views: 23008

Height of Arrogance ??

Just seen thread About Red Bull, specifically that annoying, arrogant moron Helmut Marko saying that he has sent the Red Bull Team Manager down the grid to Marussia, and HRT to remind them that they are 7 to 8 seconds a lap slower than them, and to make sure their respective drivers get completely o...
by BillyBoy200uk
Sun Apr 01, 2012 6:24 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Karthikeyen to replace Massa at Ferrari immediately !!
Replies: 14
Views: 6009

Karthikeyen to replace Massa at Ferrari immediately !!

Saw the news story on Total F1 that Karthikeyan has replaced Massa at Ferrari with immediate effect, has spent 7 hours seat fitting, and Massa going the other way to HRT !! Took me completely by surprise....until I realised what day it was today :-)
by BillyBoy200uk
Mon Mar 19, 2012 11:13 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: JB will never...
Replies: 41
Views: 13385

Re: JB will never...

lol, i have been a JB fan since 2000 and for years he got put down by the bashers to teh extent when he won his first race in 2006 there was a detailed thread on the reason why this was a fluke that would never be repeated ! there was also a thread on why he did not deserve to be world champion! bu...