Kubica never to return to F1 (rumour)

**keysersoze** · 15th Aug 12, 11:28

Originally Posted by Koz

Why would anyone do this?

1. Excellent PR move
2. Outstanding human interest story.

It was a media sensation when Alex Zanardi was permitted to finish the final 12 laps of the race in which had earlier lost his legs. It was the exact same car he drove that fateful day, albeit significantly modified so that he didn't have to use his feet / legs.

Paralympian Oscar Pistorius was also the darling of the media, and an inspiration to millions, for his achievements in the face of an overwhelming obstacle.

**keysersoze** · 15th Aug 12, 11:31

Originally Posted by kfzmeister

Might as well just let him drive a NASCAR. Jus sayn....

Not even close.

If an open wheel car could be adapted to accomodate a legless driver (Alex Zanardi), I imagine it could be adapted to accomodate Robert's limitations.

Jus sayn . . .

**keysersoze** · 15th Aug 12, 12:56

Originally Posted by henners88

Arm movement is a lot more important in this type of situation though. Accelerators and brakes can be controlled easier with your hands than steering a car with your legs.

Did someone suggest that he steer with his legs? Wow, what a dope he is!

**AndyL** · 15th Aug 12, 18:10

With all those buttons on the steering wheel, it is certainly true that driving a modern F1 car is somewhat akin to playing a piano.

**Captain VXR** · 15th Aug 12, 18:56

I hope the rumours aren't true as he is a damn good driver. If they are, hopefully he'll have a successful career in other motorsport.

**pino** · 15th Aug 12, 19:21

No doubt that this is just a rumor or even a fake news but as we are in off-season...I will leave this open

**kfzmeister** · 16th Aug 12, 04:14

"Believe all rumors"!
Imo, this'll be the official news sooner or later.

**Bartek** · 16th Aug 12, 10:04

Do not believe Polish blogs

I don't know nothing officially but about his return is unlikely. I spoke with few people and from what they know and from what i know rallying is possible for RK.

**CNR** · 21st Aug 12, 07:54

F1 return for Kubica uncertain - Alonso

Fernando Alonso has admitted he is unsure if his friend Robert Kubica will ever return to formula one.

**AndyL** · 21st Aug 12, 10:55

Originally Posted by CNR

F1 return for Kubica uncertain - Alonso

Well yes, everyone is unsure if Kubica will return to F1. Some of these web sites seem to struggle for content during the summer break

**MrJan** · 21st Aug 12, 22:15

Originally Posted by henners88

A talent cut short far too early over a silly unnecessary accident.

Why was it unnecessary? I personally think it's great that there are drivers who do it for the love of the sport, put driving above everything, above the money, the race wins, the girls...people that are so taken over by the sport that they will do all sorts of events just to get that rush.

**BDunnell** · 22nd Aug 12, 00:00

Originally Posted by MrJan

Why was it unnecessary? I personally think it's great that there are drivers who do it for the love of the sport, put driving above everything, above the money, the race wins, the girls...people that are so taken over by the sport that they will do all sorts of events just to get that rush.

Exactly. The opposing view is a modern one born solely of an excessive respect for the notion that the driver is a commodity rather than a sportsman.

**The Black Knight** · 22nd Aug 12, 15:26

Originally Posted by henners88

In that case let's not dwell on it too much and applaud Robert for ending his F1 career doing something he loved doing. I was only looking at it from an F1 perspective initially and the sadness from fans that he is unlikely to ever be on the grid again.

Yep, he was one of my favorite drivers. I think pretty much every F1 fan respected him at least and you can't fault him for what happened. He was only doing what he loved.

Hopefully he will return but the outlook is bleak at this stage.

**airshifter** · 23rd Aug 12, 12:24

Since the day of the accident I've remained hopeful that Robert would return to F1. I will continue to do so. I know at this point it is very unlikely, but I feel he is a great talent and would be a welcome addition if he returns to the grid.

If he doesn't, I hope that he does recover to a point that he at least gets to enjoy rally once again, or any other form of motorsport he is interested in. For someone that worked so hard to get into professional motorsport, he deserves to enjoy it once again.

**Malbec** · 23rd Aug 12, 18:08

From the extent of his injuries I think its lucky that he's able to look forward to living an independent life let alone get back into racing of any sort. If he gets back to rallying thats great but he won't be returning to F1.

**skory** · 27th Aug 12, 08:04

[Rumour] Kubica tested with Ford WRC team Robert Kubica`s comeback to F1, his condition etc.: Kubica tested Ford in France with Latvalla and Solberg
It would be nice if it was him

**N4D13** · 27th Aug 12, 14:09

Joe Saward has run the same story, so it appears to be true.

**CNR** · 4th Sep 12, 22:50

Kubica stopped Lotus talks 'months ago' - Boullier

Lotus boss Eric Boullier has revealed there is little chance Robert Kubica will return to F1 with the Enstone based team.

Boullier insisted: "I cannot make any assumptions about anything because I am not in contact with him anymore."

**Zico** · 4th Sep 12, 23:04

Originally Posted by skory

[Rumour] Kubica tested with Ford WRC team Robert Kubica`s comeback to F1, his condition etc.: Kubica tested Ford in France with Latvalla and Solberg
It would be nice if it was him

That is great news, I think a Ford WRC seat initially limited to Tarmac events would be a PR master stroke... and I know Robert would love that!

**skory** · 7th Sep 12, 09:42

There are many rumors that we will see Robert this month in some rally. One of them is Ronde del Gomitolo di Lana (website) which will start tommorow! Original news: Kubica back behind the wheel
Also Kubica's codriver Jakub Gerber when asked about rumors replied that he won't say anything until Monday.
Something big is coming