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Throughout his career Max has always shown to adapt extremely quickly to new cars and circumstances, so I wonder how difficult it really is.
He is used to the engine already from last year and has been working with Red Bull in their simulator and demos and what not, it won't be completely unfamiliar, either.
Kvyat was never that impressive to begin with, but pissng off Helmut Marko was just dumb, we probably don't have the full story there.
I also hope this takes away a little pressure from Sainz and returned him to last year's form now that he doesn't have to worry about beating Max. He hasn't been all that impressive this season so far and I would like him to move to a top team at some point, too.
I also hope this takes away a little pressure from Sainz and returned him to last year's form now that he doesn't have to worry about beating Max. He hasn't been all that impressive this season so far and I would like him to move to a top team at some point, too.
They got forced their hand. They knew that they needed to do something to give Verstappen a seat or he would probably got picked up soon by Ferrari or Mercedes. Dont really think its all Kvyat problems. But it helped them abit,
PdotMichael
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That podium was based on suicidal driving, hoping that other drivers leave him enough room.
Solaire of Astora
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Yeah. Me too. And I say this as someone who's been a fan of sebastian vettel since before he was in f1. Hell, I even named one of my cats after him. Kyvat's driving in the first few corners of the Russian gp could be described as idiotic at best, and the timing was really unfortunate given what happened in the previous race, but I still think this is a little harsh for him. Happy for Max though. Hopefully both of them get a strong result at the Spanish Grand Prix so the media lay off Kvyat for a while.
"Dany will be able to continue his development at Toro Rosso, in a team that he is familiar with, giving him the chance to regain his form and show his potential."
Man... what a burn. Not only they replaced him, but they also kicked him when he was down on a ground.
I like it. His drive in Russia was really bad, and RBR has a develpment team where such drivers can learn how to drive better.
Man... what a burn. Not only they replaced him, but they also kicked him when he was down on a ground.
I like it. His drive in Russia was really bad, and RBR has a develpment team where such drivers can learn how to drive better.Very much doubt it made on impulse.
Jezbollah
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"Dany will be able to continue his development at Toro Rosso, in a team that he is familiar with, giving him the chance to regain his form and show his potential."
Man... what a burn. Not only they replaced him, but they also kicked him when he was down on a ground.
That is a savage quote. Wow.
They're probably also trying to fend off poachers from Ferrari or Mercedes.
Deaf Spacker
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The guy was turning into a bit of a liability so I can't say that I'm surprised.
Bitch Pudding
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Well, he messed up with the wrong German...
2017 tyres
Already confirmed fake.
https://www.reddit.com/r/formula1/comments/4hxumu/are_pirelli_testing_2017_size_tyres_now_image/
Already confirmed fake.
https://www.reddit.com/r/formula1/comments/4hxumu/are_pirelli_testing_2017_size_tyres_now_image/
damm : (
Yeah, something is missing here. He must have pissed off some people during internal discussions, probably by not seeing his mistake and being stubborn.
But damn, being demoted back into the junior team in the middle of the season is one crazy burn.
While playing the Rains of Castamere, Marko softly said: "Vettel sends his regards."
xrnzaaas
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We probably won't find out the truth unless Kvyat spills the beans after he leaves the Red Bull group. My (personal) bet is that he pissed off some very important people with his attitude (maybe even Dietrich himself) so they decided to punish him. If Red Bull was so desperate to keep Max they could've just given him a seat after the last season.
Elvin Atombender
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It will be tough for Kvyat. Imagine the questions he will get during the weekend.
He was on the podium just a few weeks ago.
He has been in a few unforunate incidents lately but I think that only the first corner incident in Russia can be fully blamed on him.
He was on the podium just a few weeks ago.
He has been in a few unforunate incidents lately but I think that only the first corner incident in Russia can be fully blamed on him.
Jezbollah
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I think Marko has wanted an excuse for a long time to put Wonderboy in that car. Kyvat gave him plenty of reasons to do that last race.
GrizzleBoy
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Oh wow, Kvyat is done.....can't believe these things can actually happen lol.
Vettel surely had some influence here, Marko and Horner are like family to him.
Vettel surely had some influence here, Marko and Horner are like family to him.
Pizza Luigi
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I get the impression that they were looking for an excuse to get Verstappen into the Red Bull. Kvyat's Maldonado-ish actions last week were the perfect opportunity to make this swap.
To be fair, TR is around 7~10 and RB is around 3~5 so there's a fairly big difference. Aside from that, TR is only going to drop down the field as the season progresses and engine updates upgrade the 2016 engines. So yeah, huge demotion for Kvyat no matter how you look at it.
without knowing anything about him and just seeing his interviews. He looks like quite the asshole to anyone who isn't the no.1 driver.
Fox Mulder
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He'll get verne'd.
brotkasten
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I can't believe that the rumors were true.
Yes, their points are their points. Their Constructor's point stay with their old constructors.
Their engines are per car, not driver, so Kvyat inherints Max's broken engine from Sochi.
Myoclonic Jerk
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Good. He deserves a demotion for his attitude..
People make mistakes, just few years ago Grosjean was in a much worse position, but he always have shown regret and was apologetic. This guys wants to "do it again"
I hope he gets fired altogether
Mastah
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And we need to remember Red Bull brand is all about beating records. Now with Verstappen in their car they can do it again, like they've done it with Vettel.
Wonderboy already is the youngest driver ever to start GP and with a bit of luck involved he can be youngest driver on pole position, winner, podium finisher and to score the fastest lap of a race. Records will be broken.
Great move by Red Bull. I hope Max can adapt quickly to his new car and it will be a pleasure to see how he fares against Dan, who is one of the best drivers on the grid.
Wonderboy already is the youngest driver ever to start GP and with a bit of luck involved he can be youngest driver on pole position, winner, podium finisher and to score the fastest lap of a race. Records will be broken.
Great move by Red Bull. I hope Max can adapt quickly to his new car and it will be a pleasure to see how he fares against Dan, who is one of the best drivers on the grid.
theignoramus
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Helmut Marko
Me neither...
But Max is a hot commodity for 2017 and this was Red Bull's way of securing him. There were two days of negotiations in Austria before the announcement. So he probably secured a 2.5 year guaranteed deal with a 1 year option or something like that...
nature boy
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OK, things get VERY interesting for Wonderboy.
If he underperforms, does he get kicked back to Toro Rosso?
Or he's essentially the 2017 driver?
Marko really is a cold SOB.
If he underperforms, does he get kicked back to Toro Rosso?
Or he's essentially the 2017 driver?
Marko really is a cold SOB.
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