Interesting that no Bottas for the driver photo session but both Manor drivers were there.
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Interesting that no Bottas for the driver photo session but both Manor drivers were there.
For someone with no previous commentating experience, he was excellent.Quote:
Originally Posted by Hawkmoon
He does need to talk less, but his insight is a 100% improvement on that of Alan Jones, who still draws conclusions from loose speculation way too often.
"Nigel Mansell took his own beans to Mexico'Quote:
Originally Posted by Ranger
Just been reminded by the pre-race coverage. The last time I saw live GP action, was the last time there was McLaren-Honda combination! It didn't even occur to me the whole time I was there on Friday. I was even looking out for it as well, since there was talk about it's distinctive sound. It is. Ironically, it reminded me of the MB sls GT3 that I've seen often race down here.Quote:
Originally Posted by journeyman racer
NBC apparently confirming no Bottas for the race. And no Wolff either.
And no Magnusson, seeing as he's just blown the engine on the way to the grid
And kyvat has been off through the gravel on the way to the grid and is now limping. Down to 15 cars already?
dammit, just heard myselfQuote:
Originally Posted by Duncan
bloody shame.
17 cars on an F1 grid is an embarrassment
I guess they could not put wolfe in as she has had zero running time. But she is a racing driver and F1 in their infinite wisdom has chosen to blow this golden god given opportunity for much needed pr and proper history.
If they let her drive from the back of the grid because she didn't "qualify" then the entire talk worldwide for the entire day would have been about the historic move by F1.
Also they need to rethink this 3rd driver situation.
The 3rd driver should be the "reserve" driver and should be able to step in when needed.
I would like to see them revise the rules and extend each FP1 & FP2 sessions by half an hour, to allow every 3rd driver an opportunity to get used the track. Then if a bottas situation occurs they would be allowed to race with a 10 place grid penalty for the driver change.
Teams would obviously agree to it sincve it will allow them to salvage some points.
madness, down to 16 carsQuote:
Originally Posted by Robinho
I have no words for Honda and mclaren SMH
Possibly 15, Kyvat seems to have stopped after a trip through the gravelQuote:
Originally Posted by truefan72
One McLaren already have issue's
15 cars now Kyvat getting a ride back to the pits. Manor may have had a chance at top 10 if only they had paid for their Ecu's
At this rate, anyone who finishes will get points - which will be extremely valuable to teams like Force India and Sauber.Quote:
Originally Posted by Robinho
Not a good look to blow up on the way to the grid - very unlucky.
Agreed. Particularly given what we're seeing right now in terms of number of cars on the grid.Quote:
Originally Posted by truefan72
Be surprised if Kvyat starts - but just have to hope that it's some minor glitch and he can start from the pit lane.
Alonso picked a good race to miss, I guess, but still bummed for K-Mag. He really deserved the opportunity.
and now my stream has gone down
I know.Quote:
Originally Posted by Duncan
Especially K-mag
perhaps he too was lucky to be on hiatus this year
Morning Guys
Here we go again
So Kyvat & Magnussen retired before the race, Bottas injured and as I told y'all :p Susie can't race at such short notice.
15 Cars, thats a pretty rubbish grid for Oz.
I'm gonna go and borrow the 2 seater Minardi and see how I go. Might even score some points. Who want's to sit in the back seat?
TazQuote:
Originally Posted by raybak
stupid sauber...there goes my FGP
poor maldonado, was completely innocent
Maldonado starts the year in the barrier. :D
gawd this is depressing
lads, the race is not won or lost in the first few corners
especially with only 15 runners
unbelievable
Grosjean out.
13 cars left after 2 laps ;(
...and there goes the second lotus
shaite!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Yep if only I had that Minardi now, might even be in for a top 5.
ok, blame as to be assigned to vettel. it was his fault that started the whole mess
Grojsean out? What happened here?
Aussie GP kicks off the season with a bang! Both Lotuses are out.
Wrong. It was KimiQuote:
Originally Posted by truefan72
Grosjean had a power unit issue.
How was it Kimi's fault man?Quote:
Originally Posted by dj_bytedisaster
Great move by Nasr
Cause truefan said so:oQuote:
Originally Posted by Koz
Button could still score points, so at least something from this weekend.
He had to slow down into corner 1 and then touched Nasr's Sauber which then cluttered into Maldonado's backQuote:
Originally Posted by Koz
Had to slow down cos Vettel didn't give room to the car alongside (Kimi), clattered over the inside kerb and hit his teammate, causing the cars behind to clash.Quote:
Originally Posted by dj_bytedisaster
Sorry, that's bollocks. First of all, the first corner is a right-hander, which means Vettel had the inside line, so it was Kimi who had to give way. The two Ferrari's didn't even touch.Quote:
Originally Posted by Robinho
Great spirited battling by Jenson there.
dumb by jenson
SMH
(Whew - so glad I let him have Australia now...)Quote:
Originally Posted by truefan72