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by MasterRacer
Sun Jul 08, 2018 3:15 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 British Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 543
Views: 100860

Re: 2018 British Grand Prix Race Thread

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by MasterRacer
Sun Jul 08, 2018 3:15 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 British Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 543
Views: 100860

Re: 2018 British Grand Prix Race Thread

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff, speaking to Sky Sports: "It was an amazing recovery from Lewis. That was the maximum damage limitation we could have achieved. "Racing incident. It was unfortunate, it is the second time we got taken out, a lot of construction points. To word it in James Allison’s...
by MasterRacer
Sun Jul 08, 2018 3:07 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 British Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 543
Views: 100860

Re: 2018 British Grand Prix Race Thread

The chap lost out on a win at his home race, something he admittedly values very highly. A moment to compose himself shouldn't be seen as anything more. Ignore the posters who just want to pounce on this like he committed treason. Anyone with any sense of what it's like to pour your heart and soul ...
by MasterRacer
Sun Jul 08, 2018 3:03 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 British Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 543
Views: 100860

Re: 2018 British Grand Prix Race Thread

Lewis would have won that if not punted off. Even with the bad start. Given his pace with a damaged car that is absolutely possible. Räikkönen robbed us of a fair duel for the victory. But his team is obviously happy with the gift he gave them. ;) What damage? Also, Lewis' start out him at risk and...
by MasterRacer
Sun Jul 08, 2018 2:44 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 British Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 543
Views: 100860

Re: 2018 British Grand Prix Race Thread

Hm well given the start, that's not a bad result for Ham :) Only Lewis can pull something like that of. Well ... most of his overtakes looked like a rocket ship against Ladas ... But he showed fantastic pace I don't think Hamilton had to make one genuine pass in the end? The safety cars put him on ...
by MasterRacer
Sun Jul 08, 2018 1:40 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 British Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 543
Views: 100860

Re: 2018 British Grand Prix Race Thread

People are going to wet themselves with excitement that Hamilton carved through the field to finish third. But today's racing literally everyone got out the way for him to avoid losing time. I miss the old days when drivers really had to work their donkeys off to recover positions. As for the penal...
by MasterRacer
Sun Jul 08, 2018 1:37 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 British Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 543
Views: 100860

Re: 2018 British Grand Prix Race Thread

People are going to wet themselves with excitement that Hamilton carved through the field to finish third. But today's racing literally everyone got out the way for him to avoid losing time. I miss the old days when drivers really had to work their donkeys off to recover positions. As for the penalt...
by MasterRacer
Sun Jul 01, 2018 4:38 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Austrian Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 261
Views: 60098

Re: 2018 Austrian Grand Prix Race Thread

Mercedes have had a nightmare. 0 points from a race where they were quickest and due to no less that 3 different f*** ups in the same race. Vettel has to be kicking himself for that silly block on Sainz, he could've won that. I don't think he will be. Realistically he should be about 26 points behi...
by MasterRacer
Sat Jun 30, 2018 5:08 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Austrian Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 211
Views: 46167

Re: 2018 Austrian Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thre

https://www.autosport.com/f1/news/137125/horner-surprised-imple-team-plan-became-spat Really doesn't looks like Max being immature or unlikable to me... I wonder if Ricciardo tried to use the advantage of the contract negotiations to get something changed in his favour this weekend. The team even r...
by MasterRacer
Sat Jun 30, 2018 5:03 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Austrian Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 261
Views: 60098

Re: 2018 Austrian Grand Prix Race Thread

I doubt the owners are thrilled with the stewards decision, but the team let Seb down and it's a slam dunk penalty. The championship is starting to look a long shot, and with the races generally being very boring viewers will soon start tuning out as Hamilton coasts to another title. Wow, what a de...
by MasterRacer
Sat Jun 30, 2018 4:55 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Austrian Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 211
Views: 46167

Re: 2018 Austrian Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thre

I don't think it's harsh at all and everyone knows how much I want Seb to beat Hamilton. The team should have warned him on the radio, so I put this down as another Ferrari mistake. It has ruined a potential fight for the win as the Mercs won't be racing too hard, and Seb is now fighting to just try...
by MasterRacer
Sat Jun 30, 2018 4:30 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Austrian Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 261
Views: 60098

Re: 2018 Austrian Grand Prix Race Thread

I doubt the owners are thrilled with the stewards decision, but the team let Seb down and it's a slam dunk penalty. The championship is starting to look a long shot, and with the races generally being very boring viewers will soon start tuning out as Hamilton coasts to another title.
by MasterRacer
Fri Jun 22, 2018 7:19 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 French Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 304
Views: 60515

Re: 2018 French Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread

Silly games from Mercedes, but clearly the new spec engine has given them a big advantage over the field. Another dull race in prospect - Mercedes 1,2 Ferrari 3,4, and expect a retirement for one of the RB's. It's only a dull race if you think that Mercedes are going to win, also the new engine is ...
by MasterRacer
Fri Jun 22, 2018 4:02 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 French Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 304
Views: 60515

Re: 2018 French Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread

Silly games from Mercedes, but clearly the new spec engine has given them a big advantage over the field. Another dull race in prospect - Mercedes 1,2 Ferrari 3,4, and expect a retirement for one of the RB's.
by MasterRacer
Sun Jun 10, 2018 4:01 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Canadian Grand Prix Racing Thread
Replies: 315
Views: 68965

Re: 2018 Canadian Grand Prix Racing Thread

I'm calling this one for Seb and Ferrari easily. I hope Max fights hard against Hamilton at the start and let's see what happens there.
by MasterRacer
Sun May 13, 2018 2:56 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 331
Views: 67118

Re: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Race Thread

No doubt Ferrari excuse will be their tyres would never have lasted. Maybe true, but they should have tried to run them to the end. I doubt they’d have lost that much if they had been forced to pit nearer the end, than what they lost anyway.
by MasterRacer
Sun May 13, 2018 2:24 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 331
Views: 67118

Re: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Race Thread

What are the odds on Vettel getting past Verstappen in one piece? Looks like Ferrari threw away 2nd place. Ferrari don't have the pace so track position was their only chance. It was an incredible decision. They are clearly slower than Mercedes by a lot, how on earth did they think they could make ...
by MasterRacer
Sun May 13, 2018 2:15 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 331
Views: 67118

Re: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Race Thread

Another Ferrari screw up
by MasterRacer
Sun May 13, 2018 1:58 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 331
Views: 67118

Re: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Race Thread

Bottas 1.2 seconds faster in a single lap than Vettel, this is crazy pace from Merc 8O Get the feeling the swings in performance between Merc and Ferrari are going to be huge from track to track this year. Expect another swing in performance when we head into Monaco. I wouldn’t expect that. While M...
by MasterRacer
Sat May 12, 2018 4:15 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 331
Views: 67118

Re: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Race Thread

Seb is aggressive when starting on pole as all drivers are trying to protect their hard-earned advantage. He's not reckless when starting further back. I'm more interested in seeing what happens if Bottas gets a better start than Hamilton and whether he dares try a move. There haven't been any real ...
by MasterRacer
Sat May 12, 2018 4:09 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Ferrari's Mirrors
Replies: 28
Views: 10426

Re: Ferrari's Mirrors

It is a bit weird that the FIA say the new design is illegal but they will let Ferrari run an illegal car for a weekend anyway and score points. It would be horrible for the season though if Ferrari were DQ'd this weekend, but rules are rules I guess and should be applied. Illegal cars shouldn't be ...
by MasterRacer
Sat May 12, 2018 3:57 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Pascal Wehrlein to replace Brendon Hartley??
Replies: 115
Views: 48443

Re: Pascal Wehrlein to replace Brendon Hartley??

Hartley was never going to work out. It was a strange decision going with him in the first place given his age.
by MasterRacer
Sat May 12, 2018 3:55 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 331
Views: 67118

Re: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Race Thread

The BBC are expecting something very dramatic:
https://goo.gl/BV6WHz
by MasterRacer
Sat May 12, 2018 3:27 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 331
Views: 67118

Re: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Race Thread

I’ll probably skip the race. It’s gonna be an uninspiring Mercedes victory parade.
by MasterRacer
Sat May 12, 2018 11:12 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 279
Views: 56419

Re: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Threa

Mercedes frontrow lockout looks certain and then cruise to a one two tomorrow. Looks like our fun is over and complete domination is back.
by MasterRacer
Fri May 11, 2018 10:20 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 279
Views: 56419

Re: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Threa

Zoue wrote:12:15

Interesting...
Both Ferraris have put on the supersofts to set their quickest time of the day so far but they are still all-but a second shy of the Mercedes.


http://www.skysports.com/f1/live-blog
Yes very concerning for Ferrari. 8O
by MasterRacer
Fri May 11, 2018 10:05 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 279
Views: 56419

Re: 2018 Spanish Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Threa

Looks to me like Mercedes have sorted their issues and have the fastest car again by far.
by MasterRacer
Sun Apr 29, 2018 6:37 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Safety Cars Determining the Championship
Replies: 80
Views: 24306

Re: Safety Cars Determining the Championship

The safety car cost Seb the win, but he still should have gained on Hamilton. If points lost today cost him the title then it’s his own fault.
by MasterRacer
Sun Apr 29, 2018 6:18 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Why did Ferrari pit Vettel so early?
Replies: 21
Views: 9716

Re: Why did Ferrari pit Vettel so early?

Vettel lost the race because he was too greedy on the restart. With the benefit of hindsight, he should have stayed behind Bottas and just waited for the race to fall into his lap. At the time however, it seemed like the best chance he had to retake the lead. The important thing was being ahead of ...
by MasterRacer
Sat Apr 28, 2018 3:19 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Azerbaijan Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 506
Views: 123291

Re: 2018 Azerbaijan Grand Prix Race Thread

Advantage Mercedes this time with Kimi out of position.
by MasterRacer
Fri Apr 27, 2018 11:15 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Azerbaijan Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 188
Views: 51518

Re: 2018 Azerbaijan Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Th

Ferrari are in big trouble here. They are miles off the pace.
by MasterRacer
Tue Apr 24, 2018 1:58 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Nico Rosberg's Youtube Channel Discussion Thread
Replies: 66
Views: 23748

Re: Nico Rosberg's Youtube Channel is Not Bad

All of the above are applicable to every driver on the grid. Have they all moved heaven and earth and sold their souls away? There was a lot that went on at Mercedes that was exhausting, simply because the car was so good both drivers needed to look for every possible advantage to beat the other, a...
by MasterRacer
Tue Apr 24, 2018 1:50 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: When, and to where, will Ricciardo move? [A: 2019, Renault]
Replies: 643
Views: 186047

Re: when, and to where, will the Ricciardo move take place?

He should go to Mercedes and deal with Hamilton without mercy. Hamilton was keen to stop it happening, so go there and do the business against the guy who thinks he’s the god of F1. He does deserve a drive for either Ferrari or Mercedes to really challenge for the championship, because it’s clear Re...
by MasterRacer
Sun Apr 15, 2018 8:01 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Chinese Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 468
Views: 93137

Re: 2018 Chinese Grand Prix Race Thread

iceman_fan90 wrote:Ferrari had this in the bag until they tried to get way too cute with their "strategy".
It would have been a disaster if Hamilton was on his game. Fortunately he wasn’t yet again and was easily beaten by his team mate again. Seb unlucky but can be relieved Hamilton went missing on a bad luck day.
by MasterRacer
Sun Apr 15, 2018 5:35 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Chinese Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 468
Views: 93137

Re: 2018 Chinese Grand Prix Race Thread

SDLRob wrote:
MasterRacer wrote:The stats say if Seb wins today he will be World Champion at the end of the season. Exciting.
Huh :?: :?:
No driver has ever failed to go on and win the championship after winning the first three races.
by MasterRacer
Sun Apr 15, 2018 5:26 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Chinese Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 468
Views: 93137

Re: 2018 Chinese Grand Prix Race Thread

The stats say if Seb wins today he will be World Champion at the end of the season. Exciting.
by MasterRacer
Sun Apr 15, 2018 3:51 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Documenting Kimi's "bad luck" this season
Replies: 99
Views: 27417

Re: Documenting Kimi's "bad luck" this season

You make your own luck.
by MasterRacer
Sat Apr 14, 2018 8:06 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Chinese Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 168
Views: 44295

Re: 2018 Chinese Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Threa

We will have to wait and see, its the causality of it that I do not agree with at all. Do you think if both Ferrari's broke down in Q1 today, Hamilton would magically be quicker than Bottas? Of course he wouldn't. The speed of the Ferrari is irrelevant. It may not be totally irrelevant. At least, i...
by MasterRacer
Sat Apr 14, 2018 7:45 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Chinese Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 468
Views: 93137

Re: 2018 Chinese Grand Prix Race Thread

Ferrari domination. Kimi not allowed to race Vettel. Hoping for a good race for Mercedes. Kimi can race Seb while respecting the other car, but the facts are clear he's not in the same league so he can't be expected to beat him. There is no conspiracy behind Seb's domination. When it really counts,...
by MasterRacer
Sat Apr 14, 2018 7:43 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2018 Chinese Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 468
Views: 93137

Re: 2018 Chinese Grand Prix Race Thread

Why do all the races now start at 10 minutes past the hour?? F1's new owners, Liberty Media, believe moving the start-time of races to 10 minutes past the hour will improve experience of TV viewers. According to the Formula 1 authorities: 'Some broadcasters usually go on air precisely on the hour, ...