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by kleefton
Mon Jun 13, 2022 1:56 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Driver(s) of the day - 2022 Azerbaijan Grand Prix
Replies: 31
Views: 2926

Re: Driver(s) of the day - 2022 Azerbaijan Grand Prix

There were a lot of good performances but the standouts for me were Verstappen for his pace, which surely gave Perez no hope of ever fighting him for real the rest of the season. Hamilton once again with traffic, made some good overtakes but in clean air for a while he was much slower than Russell,...
by kleefton
Sun Jun 12, 2022 4:54 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Driver(s) of the day - 2022 Azerbaijan Grand Prix
Replies: 31
Views: 2926

Re: Driver(s) of the day - 2022 Azerbaijan Grand Prix

There were a lot of good performances but the standouts for me were Verstappen for his pace, which surely gave Perez no hope of ever fighting him for real the rest of the season. Hamilton once again with traffic, made some good overtakes but in clean air for a while he was much slower than Russell, ...
by kleefton
Sat Jun 11, 2022 4:06 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 Azerbaijan Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 245
Views: 14033

Re: 2022 Azerbaijan Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread

Leclerc on pole again. Best qualifier on the grid for me. Always raises the level when it matters. Sainz is kind of the opposite. He is clearly fast, but when it matters he disappears. Never thought I'd see the day where a teammate outqualifies Max two races in a row at Redbull. But Checo has always...
by kleefton
Fri Jun 10, 2022 10:21 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 Azerbaijan Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 245
Views: 14033

Re: 2022 Azerbaijan Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread

Can't the "powers", that usually control the legality of all things at fractions of millimeters and jewellery and underpants for safety reasons, impose a limit of the porpoising, if not ban it. For safety reasons that I think are more serious than the "splitting hair problems" they use to make a sa...
by kleefton
Wed Jun 08, 2022 9:00 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Hamilton vs Button 2010-2012 Revisited
Replies: 54
Views: 6033

Re: Hamilton vs Button 2010-2012 Revisited

Good thread f1 tyrant.
As someone who only started paying attention in 2012 i learned quite a bit thanks to this.
Thanks.
by kleefton
Thu May 26, 2022 1:28 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Driver(s) of the day - 2022 Spanish Grand Prix
Replies: 111
Views: 6633

Re: Driver(s) of the day - 2022 Spanish Grand Prix

He almost always expect other driver to move out of his way. That understeer wasn't deliberate though. Magnussen chose to leave Hamilton no margin for error at all. I think this description fit far better with some of Verstappen's racecraft last year rather than Hamilton's as he was perpetually mov...
by kleefton
Sun May 22, 2022 6:23 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Driver(s) of the day - 2022 Spanish Grand Prix
Replies: 111
Views: 6633

Re: Driver(s) of the day - 2022 Spanish Grand Prix

Welcome back Lewis. First time this year Lewis has looked like the Lewis of old. Now if he only could get his good luck back. Also voted for Leclerc. Without any drama he had it under control and was going to get his 25pts here with Verstappen way back because of his error. So unlucky. The stars are...
by kleefton
Sun May 22, 2022 6:08 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 Spanish Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 389
Views: 18117

Re: 2022 Spanish Grand Prix Race Thread

Does anyone think Merc was protecting Russell as Hamilton got within a second of him and then coincidentally developed car trouble? I'm not sure what Perez was griping about. He had 10 laps to pull away but lost significant time. Hamilton was not going to catch Russell. Not enough laps left. He got...
by kleefton
Sun May 22, 2022 1:01 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 Spanish Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 121
Views: 7466

Re: 2022 Spanish Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread

One of the things that worry me about their concept though is that it is supposed to be good at the low speed, but they were one of the worst cars in Q3 in the third sector. Hamilton, especially was pretty poor there all weekend long, which cost him being outqualified by his teammate imo. It's tyre...
by kleefton
Sat May 21, 2022 5:47 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 Spanish Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 121
Views: 7466

Re: 2022 Spanish Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread

One of the things that worry me about their concept though is that it is supposed to be good at the low speed, but they were one of the worst cars in Q3 in the third sector. Hamilton, especially was pretty poor there all weekend long, which cost him being outqualified by his teammate imo. It's tyre...
by kleefton
Sat May 21, 2022 3:34 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 Spanish Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 121
Views: 7466

Re: 2022 Spanish Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread

so, people saying mercedes have turned up and they are barely faster than Bottas. I'm not convinced they have a huge improvement just yet. It’s possible that Alfa have improved too. They were just talking about their upgrades Yes, fair point. but will it make them closer if other teams have improve...
by kleefton
Mon May 09, 2022 5:55 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Ferrari vs. Red Bull - 2022
Replies: 558
Views: 53336

Re: Ferrari vs. Red Bull - 2022

If Ferrari doesn't strike back in Barcelona and Monaco it's a really bad sign. The Redbull car doesn't have any big weaknesses from what I can tell and of course good old Max is as relentless as they come and makes virtually no errors. The RB seems to be a little down on outright downforce to the Fe...
by kleefton
Mon May 09, 2022 5:49 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Thoughts on Miami then?
Replies: 84
Views: 5086

Re: Thoughts on Miami then?

I liked the circuit. I think the venue looked beautiful, even if the track layout could be more inspiring, but I will try and visit next year for sure because it looks like a hell of a place to watch a race imo. I thought the extra shenanigans were of poor taste, especially with the police motorcycl...
by kleefton
Sat May 07, 2022 2:02 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 Miami Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 178
Views: 10262

Re: 2022 Miami Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread

it certainly has some too tight areas. but still trying to “learn” the track after watching practice. haas, sainz?? merc maybe working closer to the front of the field. Well looking at the simulations they still seem to be half a second off, I will be at the Casino but it looks like I won't be miss...
by kleefton
Thu Apr 28, 2022 3:29 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 E Dell'Emilia Romagna (Imola) Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 367
Views: 14708

Re: 2022 E Dell'Emilia Romagna (Imola) Grand Prix Race Thread

The two different set ups were chosen by Merc not the drivers. They want to collect data and see what direction they should be going in. Hence Toto's message to Lewis after the race. The driver still gets to pick. So both drivers pick the same set up and Merc don't get to test in both directions? T...
by kleefton
Wed Apr 27, 2022 6:17 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 E Dell'Emilia Romagna (Imola) Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 367
Views: 14708

Re: 2022 E Dell'Emilia Romagna (Imola) Grand Prix Race Thread

IDFD wrote:
Tue Apr 26, 2022 6:10 pm
The two different set ups were chosen by Merc not the drivers. They want to collect data and see what direction they should be going in. Hence Toto's message to Lewis after the race.
The driver still gets to pick.
by kleefton
Tue Apr 26, 2022 6:08 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 E Dell'Emilia Romagna (Imola) Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 367
Views: 14708

Re: 2022 E Dell'Emilia Romagna (Imola) Grand Prix Race Thread

George was definitely bouncing more than lewis. That tells me right there the setups were different. From what i understand more porpoising is due to more downforce. So it wouldn’t surprise me if george opted for the bouncier setup because he has more to prove while lewis isnt going to endure the to...
by kleefton
Sat Apr 23, 2022 3:52 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 E Dell'Emilia Romagna (Imola) Grand Prix FP & Qualy/Sprint Thread
Replies: 250
Views: 11919

Re: 2022 E Dell'Emilia Romagna (Imola) Grand Prix FP & Qualy/Sprint Thread

Hamilton really looking bad today. Even stroll looked to be catching him in the last few laps. If russell managed as well as he did in practice, I'm unsure it was all down to the car that these two couldn't even recover to the top 8. Their pace on race days this year has clearly looked a step down ...
by kleefton
Sat Apr 23, 2022 3:38 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 E Dell'Emilia Romagna (Imola) Grand Prix FP & Qualy/Sprint Thread
Replies: 250
Views: 11919

Re: 2022 E Dell'Emilia Romagna (Imola) Grand Prix FP & Qualy/Sprint Thread

Hamilton really looking bad today. Even stroll looked to be catching him in the last few laps. If russell managed as well as he did in practice, I'm unsure it was all down to the car that these two couldn't even recover to the top 8. Their pace on race days this year has clearly looked a step down ...
by kleefton
Fri Apr 22, 2022 3:51 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 E Dell'Emilia Romagna (Imola) Grand Prix FP & Qualy/Sprint Thread
Replies: 250
Views: 11919

Re: 2022 E Dell'Emilia Romagna (Imola) Grand Prix FP & Qualy/Sprint Thread

Lewis lucky to get through , this Merc is a donkey.I'm not sure upgrades are going to fix this They brought a couple of upgrades to this track and they look even further away. It’s looking like a nightmare season and I agree I don’t think it could be fixed this year. The car is just fundamentally b...
by kleefton
Wed Apr 20, 2022 12:57 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 E Dell'Emilia Romagna (Imola) Grand Prix FP & Qualy/Sprint Thread
Replies: 250
Views: 11919

Re: 2022 E Dell'Emilia Romagna (Imola) Grand Prix FP & Qualy/Sprint Thread

I think that the porpoising will make the Mercedes borderline undriveable in wet conditions. Theoretically, the floor may not stall in the wet which actually might make the W13 quite competitive. Porpoising is the result of too much downforce and the wet weather may reduce downforce in the floor's ...
by kleefton
Sat Apr 09, 2022 7:51 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 Australian Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 203
Views: 11187

Re: 2022 Australian Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread

Merc definitely the worst car in q3. 5th best overall. Mclaren and alpine have improved a lot already. Early days but it’s looking more and more like a Leclerc year. He has been phenomenal up until now. Alonso was not getting pole but it looked like he had p3 in the bag easily. Shame and bad luck. S...
by kleefton
Fri Apr 08, 2022 11:50 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 Australian Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 203
Views: 11187

Re: 2022 Australian Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread

And now it's starting to look like they're just as or more likely to fall into the pack of the top end of the midfield than to catch the leaders as this season unfolds. And I think Hamilton especially will find it difficult to adjust expectations. The W13 has yet to receive a significant update and...
by kleefton
Thu Mar 31, 2022 2:46 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: PF1 Forum teammate wars vote: Saudi 2022
Replies: 29
Views: 2618

Re: PF1 Forum teammate wars vote: Saudi 2022

I don't think Stroll was any better or faster than Hulk during the race to be honest. Hulk actually passed him in the first stint and Stroll pitted earlier. While on 13 laps younger tires Stroll did not make up any significant ground to Hulk. With no safety car he would have been under serious press...
by kleefton
Tue Mar 29, 2022 1:48 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Leclerc vs Sainz
Replies: 89
Views: 9366

Re: Leclerc vs Sainz

This will be the make-or-break year for Leclerc. If he really is in the Hamilton/Verstappen class he has to beat Sainz regularly to prove it. So far he is doing so, but the margin is slim. We will also be able to judge from Sainz's demeanour if and when he realises he's not in the very top class. H...
by kleefton
Sun Mar 27, 2022 3:35 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Mercedes vs Red Bull - 2021
Replies: 1450
Views: 147138

Re: Mercedes vs Red Bull - 2021

Last but not the least, a case put forth by someone who has consistently shown to hate Hamilton and Mercedes obviously loses its merit as soon as it is posted. Of course, you can claim the same for others posts, including mine. That's why I have never indulged in the best car/ bad luck debate. It w...
by kleefton
Sun Mar 27, 2022 4:11 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 309
Views: 23027

Re: 2022 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Race Thread

Can Checo survive the onslaught of Leclerc, Sainz and Verstappen? That would be amazing if he could hold it but I'm not terribly confident. This race will likely be one of attrition. Hamilton has got a tough race tomorrow. I foresee a lot of problems trying to overtake non Mercedes engine cars. He'l...
by kleefton
Sun Mar 27, 2022 4:04 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Christian Horner or Toto Wolff
Replies: 70
Views: 8088

Re: Christian Horner or Toto Wolff

I voted Horner cause I like his personality. He has this win at any cost mentality, which may toe the line occasionally. Also, working in media corp myself, I interact with many Netflix peers who talk about DTS anecdotes, and based on that it seems Horner is very approachable and friendly. However,...
by kleefton
Sat Mar 26, 2022 3:18 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 275
Views: 25837

Re: 2022 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread

Boy oh Boy....... Mercedes powered cars finish 11th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th. It cant all be areo its on 4 seperate cars all with same engine.The engine is for what ever reason lacking .Alpine for example have areo issues are up in p6 with Ocon.Thr merc engine cars are being des...
by kleefton
Sun Mar 20, 2022 5:52 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 Bahrain Grand Prix Race Thread
Replies: 255
Views: 26646

Re: 2022 Bahrain Grand Prix Race Thread

Great job Ferrari, and for the Mercedes to struggle to 3-4. Nice to see that Karma has a sense of humor. Gasly's (Red Bull/Honda) engine expires just laps before the senior team DNFs twice. I understand that Tsunoda was the only RBR/Honda powered car to finish. RBR are now left to contemplate how m...
by kleefton
Sat Mar 19, 2022 4:15 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 Bahrain Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread
Replies: 289
Views: 28220

Re: 2022 Bahrain Grand Prix Free Practice & Qualifying Thread

Could this be a Leclerc year? Russell really disappointing, got beaten by his teammate, Bottas Magnussen and Alonso. Mick also getting shown up. Albon outqualifying his teammate. Nice to see him back. Ricciardo is a lost cause. He'll probably get sacked at the end of the year if he doesn't improve. ...
by kleefton
Tue Mar 15, 2022 8:04 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Predict the pecking order for Bahrain qualifying
Replies: 25
Views: 3646

Re: Predict the pecking order for Bahrain qualifying

The Mercedes looks an absolute dog to drive. If Mercedes get in the top 5 in qualifying I'd be really surprised. The Redbull looked like it was glued to the track. Ferrari just behind. The rest look like they could all be in the mix for best of the rest. This is starting to remind me of 2019… merce...
by kleefton
Fri Mar 04, 2022 12:03 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: How will Hamilton deal with Max this season?
Replies: 170
Views: 15090

Re: How will Hamilton deal with Max this season?

Lewis isn't going to change. If you listen to his reasoning why he has raced Max that way, it's not just to do with the fact he had more to lose, he feels an obligation not to be reckless with the equipment. He talks about the 1000s of people that are behind the production of that car and he feels t...
by kleefton
Wed Mar 02, 2022 9:57 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Rank The Drivers 2021 Performance in the First 20 Races
Replies: 394
Views: 24359

Re: Rank The Drivers 2021 Performance in the First 20 Races

I'd object to the idea that Red Bull was 'at best the joint-equal car' in Silverstone. The only point all weekend where Mercedes looked quicker was qualifying, and in race trim Red Bull seemed to have a significant advantage. Considering Verstappen's race didn't last for very long, and the sprint r...
by kleefton
Fri Feb 25, 2022 12:11 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: 2022 Pre-Season Test Thread (Barcelona/Bahrain)
Replies: 259
Views: 34654

Re: 2022 Pre-Season Test Thread (Barcelona/Bahrain)

JN23 wrote:
Fri Feb 25, 2022 11:48 am
Is there any indication on the time gaps between the tyre compounds? I’m guessing not but thought I’d ask.
In the past it’s been about.5- .6 for every step. Not sure with this year’s lower profile tires. But probably similar.
by kleefton
Tue Feb 22, 2022 10:56 pm
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Factors of Ranking Verstappen
Replies: 125
Views: 10901

Re: Factors of Ranking Verstappen

To me, the incident in Brazil just showed Verstappen was way too eager at the end of the year. He knew he had to win at least one more race, and he decided to try and steal it. If you want to compare the Brazil and Silverstone incidents... What interests me most is whether Verstappen had attempted ...
by kleefton
Tue Feb 22, 2022 12:57 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Factors of Ranking Verstappen
Replies: 125
Views: 10901

Re: Factors of Ranking Verstappen

First why does it matter what track it was at? Secondly Verstappen cuts across Hamilton's line after checking his mirrors and seeing where he was. I mean we've all seen all the angles we are fully aware of this. Thirdly Verstappen literally brake tested Hamilton and had people defending him. And so...
by kleefton
Sun Feb 20, 2022 10:54 am
Forum: F1 & Motorsport Forum
Topic: Factors of Ranking Verstappen
Replies: 125
Views: 10901

Re: Factors of Ranking Verstappen

It's a perfect example of how perception skews incidents. Verstappen has a label of being 'aggressive' and so people find ways to place fault on him in an incident which is simply not his fault at all. Silverstone was a (somewhat rare) clumsy piece of racecraft from Hamilton. Verstappen left racing...