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The Formula 1 2014 Season |OT2| Louder Than Formula E
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theignoramus
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Just one more race win for Lewis to get a 25+ point buffer. That way, going into Brazil, if the worst happens, the best Nico can do is make it just about dead even going into Double Dhabi.
If reliability isn't a factor, I can't see Rosberg beating Hamilton at Abu Dhabi anyways, he's always been rapid there.
Nicktendo86
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If I were a betting man I would put my house on an Alonso/KMag McLaren lineup for next year.
One more 1-2 with Hamilton winning would be a 24 point lead
nature boy
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It's pretty obvious it's Mclaren, and his stance is just a negotiation tactic - probably dealing the financial details and Ron playing hardball.
hmm
Alonso to drive Ferrari's LMP1 in the WEC next year confirmed.
Hamilton has a great record for results at Abu Dhabi, but he also has a notable record of reliability issues there too
Elvin Atombender
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Yes, they were among the first to confirm drivers - Bottas and Massa.
Psychotext
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I thought if you didn't actually take your penalty properly (i.e. if you qualified last but one and got a five place penalty) then they'd add it on for the next race.
nature boy
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Didn't catch this live:
:lol
:lol
massivekettle
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Didn't catch this live:
:lol
Was actually about to post this. Hilarious.
Nicktendo86
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What's that all about?Didn't catch this live:
:lol
nature boy
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Todt is still butt hurt with Alonso from Todt's Ferrari days.
I think Todt had Alonso lined up to be in a Ferrari (this is before Massa, 2003-2004 perhaps?) and Alonso decided to go to Renault.
Something like that.
Didn't catch this live:
:lol
What is happening in the background, with guy tripping down on the right?
Psychotext
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Was it in a BBC interview Button was really down? Doesn't seem too bad in the Sky one, but holy shit at Lazenby's comment! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WeOs43ne6LA&list=UUx46ddySpRSy37RmkIBPtzQ#t=194
RukusProvider
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That was a chore to sit through. lol at Mercedes pace when they need it.
That Alonso snub is the best part of this weakend.
That Alonso snub is the best part of this weakend.
Wax Free Vanilla
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The only reason Button has gone is because Alonso doesn't want a piece. I don't see any other reason to get rid - he's just a much better driver than Magnussen and he'll still be better years from now. It's a complete boneheaded decision from McLaren, bowing down to King Cunt's demands after he tried to blackmail them.
I won't support the team if he joins.
Christ he is awful. Its not the first time hes done something like this either.
Didn't catch this live:
:lol
Still funny though.
Vettel will be confirmed tomorrow btw.
nature boy
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Tomorrow is a big day:
- Fiat-Chrysler debut on Wall Street;
- Marchionne first day as CEO of Ferrari;
- Alonso announces departure from Ferrari;
- Vettel announces he's coming to Ferrari;
And about the snub: (beaten)
http://www.twitlonger.com/show/n_1scrut8
- Fiat-Chrysler debut on Wall Street;
- Marchionne first day as CEO of Ferrari;
- Alonso announces departure from Ferrari;
- Vettel announces he's coming to Ferrari;
And about the snub: (beaten)
http://www.twitlonger.com/show/n_1scrut8
Psychotext
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I fear for Alonso's sanity if Vettel wins a championship in the Ferrari.
Nicktendo86
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Alonso will want to be the de facto number one for sure. He will help the team with development etc and is for my money the best driver on the grid, as a McLaren fan I would welcome him with open arms.
This is the best thing Lazenby has ever done.
Psychotext
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Did he say "shot it down" or "shut it down"?
Because there was confirmation before the race that the secret service could shut down all radio frequencies and wireless comms if they suspected that there might be an attempt on Putin.
Because there was confirmation before the race that the secret service could shut down all radio frequencies and wireless comms if they suspected that there might be an attempt on Putin.
Definitely says "shot". It's hilariously inappropriate, hopefully it can only hasten his tenure as the lead presenter on Sky.
Mercedes has been so strong in every regard, I fully expect them to take home the silverware again next season.
Vettel at Ferrari will be interesting. His low form this season has not been impressive.
Edit. Really sucks that Schumacher couldn't be there on the sideline and enjoy some of that success as well. He did have a hand in building the team.
Vettel at Ferrari will be interesting. His low form this season has not been impressive.
I really hope that current Mercedes F1 team leaders will honor Ross Brawn, this year's dominant car is fruit of his planning, building the team and managing it through difficult first years.
And I can see a big big grin on face of Aldo Costa
Edit. Really sucks that Schumacher couldn't be there on the sideline and enjoy some of that success as well. He did have a hand in building the team.
Elvin Atombender
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I can't get any worse than his joke about Grace Kelly's driving at the Monaco GP...
Psychotext
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I wonder whose jet that is.
brotkasten
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If Ricciardo wasn't in the picture, I would've thought it's the post-race meeting of the #2 drivers.
So next race is going to be the first F1 race I see in person after about 3 years of watching. Going to Austin for it. My girlfriends uncle is a big to do in Texas who owns car museums and has a few F1 cars himself. I got invited to join in their VIP skybox for the race weekend, I'm crazy excited and I'm going to have to control myself come race weekend because I'll be flipping out. I have no idea what it's like seeing an F1 race live, like should I bring binoculars? My eyesight sucks.
also Austin track has been one of my favorites, I love that first turn.
also Austin track has been one of my favorites, I love that first turn.
Psychotext
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Yeah, definitely take binoculars. Make sure they're not too high magnification though or you'll have a shitload of trouble tracking the cars as they move.
No need for ear protection any more.
No need for ear protection any more.
Psychotext
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Not particularly, something with around 8x25 magnification (with good ratings) should do fine. You wont be seeing drivers nostril hairs, but it'll get you a bit closer to the action.
Yagami_Sama
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Just watched the race. I totally forgot about the race.
For one moment I thought that Button would reach the top 3, but he was close. And that was a good race from both McLaren's drivers.
For one moment I thought that Button would reach the top 3, but he was close. And that was a good race from both McLaren's drivers.