Ferrari sets September deadline for 2014 switch
Printable View
Translated - If Fernando wins at Monza and Vettel runs 17th then retires, complaining that the car is undriveable, the team favours Webber, he hates the taste of Red Bull and Helmut tried to touch him with his helmet, then it's still game-on.
If one of the above doesn't happen, the Scuderia concentrate development on 2014.
Don't they regret Alonso's wing incident in Malaysia now? It was such a loss. When I saw it, I thought the point loss could come to haunt Alonso later in the season.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Tazio
whoops ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Hawk’
:laugh:Quote:
Originally Posted by f1rocks
:mad: :) :confused:Quote:
Originally Posted by keysersoze
On such things can championships decided, it is true.Quote:
Originally Posted by zako85
I have long since believed, however, that over time there are as many occasions when we are the beneficiaries of bad calls or misjudgements as when we are punished by our own.
Just think, if Red Bull had realised earlier that a 4-stopper was the way to win at Barcelona would we have been victorious?
I believe it was Socrates who once philosophised that "Excrement happens".
Plus people change and sometimes a lot.Quote:
Originally Posted by Parabolica
Perhaps, although I have not witnessed anything from Mr Raikkonen that would make me think that is the case.
Fry seems to imply Allison will help on the F138, as well as the 2014 challenger. I'd be surprised if he wasn't responsible for Spa updates, at least indirectly :bulb:
It would not surprise me too terribly much if Kimi jumped that sinking ship as well. One can always hope. In a perfect world Fred or Kimi would go to RB to try to kick Seb's ass, and the other goes/ stays at Ferrari.Quote:
Former Lotus man Allison, who officially starts work next week, will have Fry’s former job title of technical director (chassis). This will be his second spell at the team after he worked under Ross Brawn from 2000 to 2005.
“I think getting James on board will be a great asset for us really, I mean he’s a top bloke, isn’t he?,” said Fry. “In reality there’s been a huge amount of work for me to do. It’s almost like changing the organization and the running of the company, as well as trying to look at the car.”
“For me it’s good because I’ll have more time to be able to concentrate on really what’s going to make the car quick. Between the two of us we’ll divide the work up. There will be more minds thinking about things, so it can only help.”
Meanwhile Fry made an interesting comment about balancing preparations for 2014 with developing the current car.
“We’re still pushing as hard as we can. We’ve got updates coming through from the tunnel, a few more for Monza and another set for Singapore. So we’ll keep on pushing until Singapore, and then see where we are and revise things then.”
Best wishes,
http://i.imgur.com/HbXSkry.jpg
P.S. Perhaps it is getting close to time for you to come back ioan ;)
New front wing for Monza.
http://www.f1sport.it/wp-content/upl...ri-400x236.jpg
It looks like Allisons hand may be in this one as the vertical deflector is similar to the Lotus.
http://i.imgur.com/7C2Tttw.jpg
Google Translate
Lets hope it helps them hey :)
Is there a better sight in motorsport than Ferrari at Monza?
No!
What about Ferrari winning at Monza? ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Parabolica
Nah, a Ferrari IN MY DRIVEWAY. that's the ultimate sight :D Just too damn unrealistic :(Quote:
Originally Posted by N4D13
http://www.formula1.com/wi/gi/597x47.../88_ita_06.jpgThere is not a better sight.....in life.Quote:
Originally Posted by N4D13
I think Zo has a really good chance. It will mark the turning point of the season. :D
That's crazy talk 'z' :s tareup:
Scarbs on Ferrari's Monza aero package.
Ferrari Monza spec aero | ScarbsF1.com
I'm getting a chance to drive a 575M tomorrow. Any advices on how to handle that transmission? :(Quote:
Originally Posted by dj_bytedisaster
Lucky b@st@rd :p :Quote:
Originally Posted by kfzmeister
How well do you know the owner? :)Quote:
Originally Posted by kfzmeister
Lol, Harry's in his mid eighties! He's learning how to drive it himself.Quote:
Originally Posted by anfield5
Drive it like you stole it! Although that would be rude in the extreme - however I imagine very, very tempting :facelick:Quote:
Originally Posted by kfzmeister
What a great experience. Transmission is super easy to drive. Took really no effort at all. Acceleration is hard as hell and the rears really try to break loose. Only revved it to about 5K and had it over a 100 only a couple of times.
https://sphotos-b-ord.xx.fbcdn.net/h...04529760_n.jpg
Hey, that picture creates some kind of a nostalgic feeling in myself too. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Parabolica
Its an emotive F1 picture for sure, I guess the years of struggle and heart ache that Ferrari endured made that race and win so special.
So a decision on drivers for 2014 is imminent after Monza because Luca didn't want distractions.
Yet Ferrari under Todt won in 2006 with continuous speculation.
Which shows how great the current management isn't.
As somebody said yesterday -
"Genius"
So a decision on drivers for 2014 is imminent after Monza because Luca didn't want distractions.
Yet Ferrari under Todt won in 2006 with continuous speculation.
Which shows how great the current management isn't.
As somebody said yesterday -
"Genius"
Kimi? :eek: :vader:
Hi there! Kimi is back in red again.
Heres hope that he will bring success ang glory.
Yes, let's hope he does.
If he does, then Ferrari are winners and I am happy.
If he doesn't, but Fernando does, then Ferrari are winners and I am happy.
If he doesn't, but he outperforms Alonso, then I know that he has given his best and I can expect no more than that.
If he doesn't, and he is outperformed by Alonso, then that is a different matter.
But, for now, that is for the future.
That was pretty uncommitted . Sounds like me .Quote:
Originally Posted by Parabolica
And , maybe like Kimi a few years ago .
It could be good , though .
I think both Kimi and Fernando have mellowed into a greater understanding of the biz .
It's gonna be an interesting end to the season for Kimi , with him having to always look for rabbit raisins before sliding into the tub .
Putting that tweet up must mean they feel pretty aggrieved at the affair , and makes me wonder if they won't try to slide someone else into the seat before the end of the season . That would likely be the only way to get anything back , by trying to apply a little rust to his early next year's drives , by prohibiting him driving until his contract is up .
I am willing to give the benefit of the doubt at this time.
Kimi was Ferrari's last Champion, so his speed is not the question.
What became the question may no longer be the question, so we must wait to see if the question remains.
I am happy that Ferrari have the potential to field two drivers who can perform at the very highest level.
I can only pray that they do.
Yes , I , too , hope the right Kimi shows up .Quote:
Originally Posted by Parabolica
Looks like Ferrari have hit the trifecta at Lotus. Allison, Kimi, and now de Beer. Show me the money baby! :D :angel:
@joesaward "Ferrari has also swooped on to grab Lotus’s head of aerodynamics Dirk de Beer."
I like the Lotus team so for me this is sad news.
I'm sorry to hear that, but you'll get over it. ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Mia 01
So start a Lotus Fans thread, or would you prefer to just bring this one down? Actually I like lotus also, In fact I like all the teams, even Red Bull. I just like some teams more than others.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mia 01
So what? :stareup: :burp:
I am glad to see Ferrari strengthening the engineering and aerodynamic departments.
It is these that will determine if Fernando and Kimi have the opportunity to create an intense inter-tram rivalry.
If these departments provide a Limone, then the battle for Eighth place will be riveting!
Over the last 60 odd years many have fallen in F1 but Ferrari still remains :D
That which we do in life, echoes in Eternity!
FORZA!!!!