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[Leunam]

/headstart

Did Lotus(if that is to be their name) tie up a Renault engine deal yet?
Very interested in how they fare next year

For a while it was rumored that they would since they ended their Cosworth deal early and Renault was the next step up. It was confirmed a couple of weeks back that they would use Renault engines next year.

Also, they're going back to their classic Black and Gold. I personally really really like their current livery but black/gold is a classic.

 

[megateto]

Wait until he finds out that his team's strategy cost him the title...

A repeat of ''my team doesn't want me to win''?

He has already said that the decision to pit came from the team, including him.

 

[olore]

Yeah, he said 'Petrov fue demasiado agresivo, el sabrá' and 'Parecia que a Petrov le iba la vida'.

Help a brother out and translate that

 

[wonderkins]

Vettel

Amazing. Was rooting for Webber; like his personality, hated the shitty team treatment. But, I believe the better man won. Vettel was inarguably the fastest this season. Made some dumb mistakes. Still, he's a more than worthy champion. Brilliant, brilliant driver. Vettel was absolutely amazing the whole season. Plus, he's a Beatles fan.

Quite awesome to see three world champions standing on the podium.

 

[NHale]

He has already said that the decision to pit came from the team, including him.

But he doesn't know which drivers already made their pit stop. It's the team responsability to decide since they have all the data. With Ross Brawn this would never happen.

 

[StoOgE]

But he doesn't know which drivers already made their pit stop. It's the team responsability to decide since they have all the data. With Ross Brawn this would never happen.

with anyone else this would never happen.

It's as though they forgot they were racing anyone other than Webber for the title.

 

[NHale]

Help a brother out and translate that

'Petrov fue demasiado agresivo, el sabrá' - "Petrov was very agressive, he will know why."

'Parecia que a Petrov le iba la vida' - "It looked like Petrov was driving for his life"

It's the best I can do.

 

[Dilly]

But he doesn't know which drivers already made their pit stop. It's the team responsability to decide since they have all the data. With Ross Brawn this would never happen.

Exactly, this wouldn't have happened back then.

 

[Foliorum Viridum]

That short video was great. Vettel is so gif-worthy. :lol

Man, I hope next year can match this.

 

[Britprog]

But he doesn't know which drivers already made their pit stop. It's the team responsability to decide since they have all the data. With Ross Brawn this would never happen.

They where worried that Webber will overtake them that's why they pitted, really dumb move, they didn't account for the people who where on hards.

Schoolboy error!!!

 

[Lince]

well Alonso could have stayed out with the softs (copying Button) and he would have got the WDC, but he shouldn't blame the team for the bad call or anything, I think the car was set-up for Saturday and they didn't expect the SC and the early Webber's pit, today Alonso was supposed to drive defensively. Anyway, water under the bridge now, Ferrarri wasn't the faster car this year and Vettel deserved this WDC more than anyone if not for the reliability issues he would have won it by Brazil or sooner. Bring 2011 on!

 

[Kurosaki Ichigo]

Help a brother out and translate that

Basically: 'Petrov was too aggressive, he should know why', 'Petrov was fighting like his life was at risk'. Dunno if its proper translation, but what he meant is that Petrov fought more than he had to, which is a bullshit excuse because Petrov actually had to fight, did so pretty clean and achieved a good result that he needed.

 

[curls]

Quite awesome to see three world champions standing on the podium.

Yeah the 2008, 2009 and 2010 world champions on the final podium!

 

[megateto]

Yeah, he said 'Petrov fue demasiado agresivo, el sabrá' and 'Parecia que a Petrov le iba la vida'.

"Petrov was way too aggressive, he'll know what he's up to" and "It seemed that Petrov's life was depending on it".

Btw, I missed all that part.

I pointed out the "we are all the decision makers" because it seemed like he wanted to show that he really is a team player.

 

[offshore]

Webber almost in tears

 

[Britprog]

'Petrov fue demasiado agresivo, el sabrá' - "Petrov was very agressive, he will know why."

'Parecia que a Petrov le iba la vida' - "It looked like Petrov was driving for his life"

It's the best I can do.

Isn't this F1, the pinnacle of motor sport????? What does Alonso expect from Petrov, what a wanker!!!

 

[Leunam]

I wonder what this race does for Petrov. I'm guessing his seat is still up in the air.

 

[speedpop]

Basically: 'Petrov was too aggressive, he should know why', 'Petrov was fighting like his life was at risk'. Dunno if its proper translation, but what he meant is that Petrov fought more than he had to, which is a bullshit excuse because Petrov actually had to fight, did so pretty clean and achieved a good result that he needed.

Yeah, the guy is driving to keep his arse in an F1 seat. If Alonso has a problem with that, then he should up the ante himself and not expect a free pass just because he's a past champion and in a prancing pony.

 

[anonnumber6]

Can't believe Ferrari's strategy, it is like they completely forgot Vettel could win the championship.

If only Jean Todt and Ross Brawn were still in the team.

 

[NHale]

Nico Hülkenberg will be departing the Williams team at the end of his rookie Formula 1 season, according to manager Willi Weber. At present, no drivers have been confirmed at the Grove-based squad ahead of 2011 although the German claims that GP2 Champion Pastor Maldonado has signed a deal.

"Nico is leaving Williams,” Weber is quoted at saying by German newspaper Express. “Negotiations are no longer continuing for Williams and Nico but Pastor Maldonado has signed a contract.”

Weber, who also manages Michael Schumacher, went on to add that he hopes to see Hülkenberg join Ferrari at a later date, before stressing that the current 2009 GP2 title winner will not be leaving F1.

“Nico will be driving in Formula 1 in 2011, you know me,” he concluded.

http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f1-news/247645/hulkenberg-is-leaving-williams-says-manager/

 

[olore]

Basically: 'Petrov was too aggressive, he should know why', 'Petrov was fighting like his life was at risk'. Dunno if its proper translation, but what he meant is that Petrov fought more than he had to, which is a bullshit excuse because Petrov actually had to fight, did so pretty clean and achieved a good result that he needed.

Yeah, BS to no end. Petrov raced clean from what I could see

 

[S. L.]

I wonder what this race does for Petrov. I'm guessing his seat is still up in the air.

i think he will join Marussia-Virgin
but who knows.
Renault can have a better driver. Hulkenberg, Heidfeld, Sutil, etc

 

[Leunam]

i think he will join Marussia-Virgin
but who knows.

That would be pretty cool. I don't think DiGrassi has been confirmed for next year.

Sucks about Hulkenberg not having a seat at Williams, but then again, wasn't he signed with Williams after winning the GP2 championship also?

 

[Dilly]

I really hope Petrov won't go to Virgin, D'ambrosio's chances will be compromised then.

 

[Mr Solo Dolo]

What's that song playing in the background on the BBC coverage?

 

[Massa]

That would be pretty cool. I don't think DiGrassi has been confirmed for next year.

Sucks about Hulkenberg not having a seat at Williams, but then again, wasn't he signed with Williams after winning the GP2 championship also?

He won on his first try. Maldonado is going with his money to Williams after 4 years on GP2.

It's a shame, really.

Also, Williams finished ahead of Force India like they wanted to and Rubens is signed for next year.

 

[Dilly]

What's that song playing in the background on the BBC coverage?

Now?

Heads will roll from the yeah yeah yeahs.

 

[anonnumber6]

What's that song playing in the background on the BBC coverage?

Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Heads will Roll.

 

[Lince]

Alonso is a fucking cunt. CUNT.
So glad he didn't win. Shame he didn't hit a fucking wall and end his career.

classy

also, Massa coulnd't overtake Alguersuari either, something was very wrong with the Ferrari this weekend.

 

[Orgun]

What's that song playing in the background on the BBC coverage?

It's a remix of 'Heads will roll'

 

[Pachael]

Webber almost in tears

He should suck on his performance and shape up or ship out next year.

If RBR had done what Brundle suggested and had him swap with Vettel in Brazil, Alonso would have been champion today by 3 pts. The Vettel backers are going to get so much bonuses for their decision in Brazil.

 

[Britprog]

 

[Phantast2k]

Ah crap, too bad I don't care for the sport anymore.
Guess I got to start give a damn again

 

[jey_16]

The fact that alonso was leading the championship going into the last race makes this loss hard to take. But considering where he was just a few rounds ago (I'm pretty sure I said the team should give up after the British gp), its remarkable how he closed the gap. Ferrari just fucked it up today, Alonso is always easy on his tyres, they should have left him out on the options but it's too late now.

Now we have what? 3-4 months of no F1

 

[Animal]

lol @ John Button always hanging around the ladies :lol

 

[Diablohead]

A boring final race but congrats to vittel!

 

[anonnumber6]

He should suck on his performance and shape up or ship out next year.

If RBR had done what Brundle suggested and had him swap with Vettel in Brazil, Alonso would have been champion today by 3 pts. The Vettel backers are going to get so much bonuses for their decision in Brazil.

I would love to see Kimi replacing Webber next year.

Webber had a great mid-season but he self-destructed in the last few races.

 

[Leunam]

Now we have what? 3-4 months of no F1

But then we have 9 months of F1

 

[Britprog]

Apparently Alonso didn't bother congratulating Vettel.

I'm upgrading Alonso status from a bit of a wanker to a total cunt

 

[Pterion]

But then we have 9 months of F1

and 9 months of Hamilton supremacy.

 

[Dilly]

and 9 months of Hamilton supremacy.

It's obvious Kubica will take his first championship, sorry!

 

[Leunam]

and 9 months of Hamilton supremacy.

Well I don't think anyone wants to see one driver dominating all season.

But yes, Hamilton for 2011.

 

[Pterion]

It's obvious Kubica will take his first championship, sorry!

Sorry, no more gifts from Hammy this time (Canada 08).

 

[anonnumber6]

The fact that alonso was leading the championship going into the last race makes this loss hard to take. But considering where he was just a few rounds ago (I'm pretty sure I said the team should give up after the British gp), its remarkable how he closed the gap. Ferrari just fucked it up today, Alonso is always easy on his tyres, they should have left him out on the options but it's too late now.

Now we have what? 3-4 months of no F1

Considering the fact the F10 is nowhere near the fastest car on the grid it shows how good Fernando is that he came so close to the championship. If only the team kept him out it could have been a 3rd WDC but I'm sure next year will be Ferrari's year.

But congratulations to RBR and enjoy the moment RBR/Vettel fans

 

[megateto]

Kurosaki Ichigo, when and where did you heard that Nando words? I just heard what they showed on la Sexta and heard no mention of Petrov...

 

[Lucius86]

BBC finale credits was epic, again.

 

[anonnumber6]

Apparently Alonso didn't bother congratulating Vettel.

I'm upgrading Alonso status from a bit of a wanker to a total cunt

He congratulated him during his BBC interview

 

[Stop It]

The fact that alonso was leading the championship going into the last race makes this loss hard to take. But considering where he was just a few rounds ago (I'm pretty sure I said the team should give up after the British gp), its remarkable how he closed the gap. Ferrari just fucked it up today, Alonso is always easy on his tyres, they should have left him out on the options but it's too late now.

Now we have what? 3-4 months of no F1

Yep, I always hate this part, no F1 now until next year.

Of course we have the car launches and testing to look forward to. I hope McLaren produce a more consistent car next year, and RBR, Ferrari and Mercedes are all on pace. I want F1 2011 to match this season, a hard task but I'm sure it can be done.

BBC finale credits was epic, again.

That too. Farewell F1 2010, you leave us with great memories and a great champion. Savour the moment Vettel, you deserve it.

Considering the fact the F10 is nowhere near the fastest car on the grid it shows how good Fernando is that he came so close to the championship. If only the team kept him out it could have been a 3rd WDC but I'm sure next year will be Ferrari's year.

But congratulations to RBR and enjoy the moment RBR/Vettel fans

Short memory there? What car was fastest in testing and the first race or 2? Oh yes, Ferrari. You cannot blame this one on development. Ferrari screwed up this year, even if by the end Alonso done his best to undo the damage.

Next year is still up for grabs, but be certain of this: RBR will not fall away, Newey, their pots of cash and Vettel and Webber are not going anywhere.

 

[Kurosaki Ichigo]

Kurosaki Ichigo, when and where did you heard that Nando words? I just heard what they showed on la Sexta and heard no mention of Petrov...

It was in la Sexta but after Nira questions iirc, some other guy asked him (seemed latin american from the tone) and then I think TV3 reporter asked him again.

 

[Britprog]

Considering the fact the F10 is nowhere near the fastest car on the grid it shows how good Fernando is that he came so close to the championship. If only the team kept him out it could have been a 3rd WDC but I'm sure next year will be Ferrari's year.

But congratulations to RBR and enjoy the moment RBR/Vettel fans

Same could be said about Hamilton, it seemed like Red Bull where trying their hardest not to win this year