Austria GP Part 1

[Nitrodaze]

We had the very same conversation at the beginning of last years and some forum members were certain that it was going to be Bottas' year and that he'd mount a credible challenge, only for their predictions to fall apart a couple of races into the season. So far history shows that Bottas can show glimpses of speed occasionally, but there's nothing to suggest that he'll keep the level of excellence that Hamilton does deliver consistently.

Beating your teammate to pole by 0.012 seconds in just one race doesn't magically turn you into a championship contender, especially when your second lap was a mess that could have meant floor damage or even putting the car in the wall.

This is the sort of season that can allow Bottas to steal a title. He has started well which he needs to do to have half a chance. But Hamilton has made is way to 2nd. Damage limitation.

I am impressed with Bottas this season. He is beginning to be consistent.