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[Psychotext]

I have Hulkenberg for third...but I know in part that's what I want to happen more than what I think will happen.

 

[markao]

I have Hulkenberg for third...but I know in part that's what I want to happen more than what I think will happen.

Looking at the first two races (his performance) and the way the Mercs seem to be able to get the power down more gently on this track (a lot of stop go), compared to the Ferrari powered cars and the lack of power at Renault. So I think he has a real shot at it, but it could be a nice fight with his team mate and the two Williams drivers.

 

[RoKKeR]

Good FP3 for Williams, and Force India is looking great as well. Bar any Mercedes meltdown, the fight for podium will be pretty interesting.

 

[bbyybb]

Good FP3 for Williams, and Force India is looking great as well. Bar any Mercedes meltdown, the fight for podium will be pretty interesting.

By podium you mean third place after Hamilton and Rosberg, probably in that order too.

I hope the race is exciting at least outside of the 2 front runners.

Edit:

You are right in that both the WIlliams and Force India are looking good in practice and bodes quite well for the race.

 

[RoKKeR]

By podium you mean third place after Hamilton and Rosberg, probably in that order too.

I hope the race is exciting at least outside of the 2 front runners.

Precisely, haha.

 

[DrM]

Looking at the first two races (his performance) and the way the Mercs seem to be able to get the power down more gently on this track (a lot of stop go), compared to the Ferrari powered cars and the lack of power at Renault. So I think he has a real shot at it, but it could be a nice fight with his team mate and the two Williams drivers.

Ferrari is having issues with their PU and i fear that it will not be easy fix by some software updates...

 

[frontieruk]

Well that's an interesting insight into Mercedes engine, with how they've packaged the turbine / compressor differently.

 

[Hydranockz]

Today isn't the 6th! Mild panic averted!

 

[John_B]

Pretty track lights. They boosted the onboard audio for transmission? It's more meaty.

 

[Pimpwerx]

Watching the Merc gash the field in these splits makes me want to go back and re-read all the doubters in 2012. LOL. I think this decision is paying off in spades. This is the car Lewis deserved. PEACE.

 

[theignoramus]

Would absolutely love to see Hulkenberg have a shot at a podium. Bottas too.

 

[RoKKeR]

Williams and Force India are looking great. Would love to see both of these teams do well this year.

 

[Juicy Bob]

Watching the Merc gash the field in these splits makes me want to go back and re-read all the doubters in 2012. LOL. I think this decision is paying off in spades. This is the car Lewis deserved. PEACE.

I definitely had my doubts about Lewis's decision, but it's probably one of the best drivers moves ever.

 

[brotkasten]

ALO P5, RAI P7 or 8.

I really wish Bianchi could make it to Q2.

 

[Jibbed]

Force India P1 and 3!

Q3 is gonna be delicious.

 

[Dilly]

Lotus and Sauber are so shit this year.

 

[nny]

Poor Prupose.

 

[DrM]

Hamilton on harder tyre only 4 tenths behind Hulkenberg.

 

[brotkasten]

Lotus and Sauber are so shit this year.

To think that Lotus were fighting at the top this time last year.

 

[Pimpwerx]

Seb and Danny Ricky slower of softs than the Mercs on mediums. Yeah...I don't think it's just the engine, guys. PEACE.

 

[Merino]

So hoping for Hulk to get on the podium. Has been such a great driver but rarely in a competitive car. Still he makes the most out of what he is given.

 

[marvelharvey]

'Streets ahead'? Someone's a Community fan

 

[Pimpwerx]

You know, I liked him his first couple of seasons, but Sutil is only slightly less of a blockhead than Pastor. PEACE.

 

[Kassu]

Force India vs Williams is going to be good this season.

Wouldn't be surprised if they both beat Ferrari lol..

 

[brotkasten]

You know, I liked him his first couple of seasons, but Sutil is only slightly less of a blockhead than Pastor. PEACE.

I don't see how.

 

[PdotMichael]

Vettel's car didn't sound very healthy.

 

[ramparter]

Ric better than Vettel confirmed!

 

[MrKaepora]

Vettel...lol

 

[nny]

I was paying attention to WRC, what happened to Vettel? Ricciardo managed a good spot.

 

[navanman]

Angry eyes from Vettel when getting out of the car.

Sounds like same issue as in Melbourne. Car sounds bad, early retirement tomorrow?

 

[DrM]

What happened with Hulkenberg? Seems like mistake in his last flier

 

[RoKKeR]

Damn, what happened to Hulkenburg? Also lol Vettel.

 

[Juicy Bob]

Vettel complaining of gearbox troubles.

Checo beating Hulk comfortably.

 

[Psychotext]

I wonder if Vettel had another problem.

 

[Jibbed]

Hulk's car seemed like a handful then.

 

[navanman]

Bottas and Massa exact same time.

 

[Addnan]

Come on, start Q3. I need to leave. I don't like quali at 4pm.

 

[RoKKeR]

Bottas and Massa exact same time.

Just noticed that! Glad we finally get to see some true pace with a dry qualifying.

Edit: Rosberg a full second faster than a flying lap from Bottas. Incredible, they are so dominant.

 

[Juicy Bob]

Let's go Nico. Go on lad.

 

[ramparter]

1.33.100 my f1manager qualy prediction, looks good right now

 

[Tempy]

There goes my pole prediction of 1:33.8. Mercedes too stronk.

 

[Pimpwerx]

Nico found some pace, huh? Wow. Hopefully Lewis has some more left. PEACE.

 

[Gareth Bale]

Nico got this I think

 

[Jucksalbe]

1.33.100 my f1manager qualy prediction, looks good right now

I had 1:33.7, I liked Q2 more.

 

[TCRS]

1.8 sec

one point eight

 

[Addnan]

Woo, Kimi.

 

[Tempy]

Ricciardo 3rd ahead of Bottas. Hm.

 

[ramparter]

I don't get it, Williams had much better times in Bahrain one month ago in pre season testing...

 

[Ve1ocity]

Kimi

 

[dubc35]

nice lap by RIC, too bad about the penalty. Ferrari for sure not doing well.