F1 season - who will do well ? - second attempt

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
18/03/2011 19:56

I started a thread about F1 - for those interested in F1 - and it got a little sidetracked



So here's hoping we can stick to the topic..





McLaren have already been dismissed by many of us as 'no hopers' for the Aussie GP, yet we have Martin Whitmarsh ( their MD) saying "his team will confound the critics to produce strong results in the Australian Grand Prix."



Would he say this if he didn't know something we didn't.. have McLaren been sandbagging after all ?

lovingcyprus


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Message Posted:
18/03/2011 20:22

Red Bull will do well again

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
18/03/2011 21:47

Tyres..



It's just been announced by Pirelli how we'll be able to see who's running on what - as the teams must run two differing compounds during the race- should be LOTS more pit-stops this year.



http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/motorsport/formula_one/9429326.stm



Will being careful with tyres reward Jenson Button's smoother driving style.. ?

No1Doyen


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Message Posted:
18/03/2011 21:51

I agree - Red Bull will do well.

Blackbird



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Message Posted:
18/03/2011 21:56

Always been a McLaren fan...They'll go well, great team, two great drivers...............

Blackbird



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Message Posted:
19/03/2011 00:12

mmmmmm.....side tracked agian????

arrry



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Message Posted:
19/03/2011 12:08

Will Pirelli's new colour code system be beneficial ? Will it make teams change their minds as others change to a different colour ? It could lead to a lot of uncertainty in the pit lanes that's for sure !



All the hype has been about how well Red Bull have tested and now Schuey is saying he is now able to " fight" for a podium finish now that they have sorted the car out ( another English based team ). !!.



McLaren have been keeping quiet and i fully expect them to surprise Red Bull. ! Also , have you noticed Mark Webber has shrunk away from the press since the end of last season ? Unrest in the Red Bull camp ??



All the " hot country " races are coming up first so i see a championship of two halves .

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
19/03/2011 12:25

Mornin' 'Arry



It ain't been THAT hot in Melbourne in the last few days.. it's been raining and 22C ! I think Mark Webber will have to do his talking behind the wheel as Vettel has the contract extension and his is up in the air :(



Found this great Beeb interview with the McLaren pair...



http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/motorsport/formula_one/f1_videos/9426736.stm



Anybody seen the new Head and Shoulders advert ?? :D



Couldn't find it in English .... Veta saw it and said 'didn't realise Button was so handsome' !! :o



Will this mean I feel have company watching the F1 races...?

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
19/03/2011 12:27

Ooops ... the youtube Head and shoulders video:



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vwnAO2ka-I

arrry



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Message Posted:
19/03/2011 12:33

I must say i had to chuckle over the Shuey remark, " I can challenge for the chequered flag in some races " !!!! Having said that , he set the fastest time in all nine days of testing !! So you never know ! . Brawn surprised everyone a couple of seasons ago but surely it's going to be the big three challenging again .



My heart is going to rule my head again as i go for McLaren to win in Aus !

waddo


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Message Posted:
19/03/2011 13:23

McLaren for me - got to be, bought the brolly and can't afford to change teams and buy a different one!!!

lovingcyprus


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Message Posted:
19/03/2011 14:47

I think that Lewis Hamilton will do quite well this season

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
19/03/2011 15:40

Good article following testing and why I worry that RBR will walk away from others in race trim - based on the long runs in testing



"Red Bull have also raised eyebrows with their consistency and speed over longer spells on track.



Analysis of Webber's long runs at the final test suggested that after 10 or more laps he was 0.7 seconds per lap faster than others, showing the car has pace and is kinder on the tyres.



That could be crucial in a season when tyre wear and management is expected to be key factors."



http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/sarahholt/2011/03/red_bull_on_top_after_f1s_wint.html



At least last season that managed to 'blow' this edge with reliability and driver errors ... WE- the punters - want to see close racing AND overtaking.. not just overtaking in the pits..

keithr


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Message Posted:
19/03/2011 15:48

Too boring for words,try Moto GP for great action.

benoppy


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Message Posted:
19/03/2011 18:32

hi ya mmmmmmmmmmmmmm can you tell me when the first race is and what chanel i can watch it on i have dogi turk

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
19/03/2011 19:05

Hi benoppy - I'm afraid I don't know, for sure.. Keithr might .. TRT3 ?

waddo


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Message Posted:
19/03/2011 19:06

Is it on Nilesat at all?

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
19/03/2011 19:44

Yes.. on pay TV channels .. it MIGHT be on a free channel.. post here nearer to the time and I may be able to find a list of places where you can view it..



According to the BBC you CAN watch it on their website:





Details of forthcoming live video and audio coverage on the BBC Sport website. ( UK Times)





Sunday 27 March

Formula One

0600-0915 Live coverage of the Australian Grand Prix with audio options, Onboard camera, rolling highlights.

0900-1000 Post-race analysis and debate hosted by Jake Humphrey.

1300-1500 Repeat of the Australian Grand Prix

1900-2000 Australian Grand Prix Highlights



You'll need a UK VPN to view it. I will be changing the password for my free one next weekend ..

Esentepe7


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Message Posted:
20/03/2011 22:12

Hi all,



look out for the red car!

rigsby


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Message Posted:
21/03/2011 00:44

Its going to be a grey car and the driver will be wearing a red crash helmet.He,s known as God.

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
21/03/2011 09:34

Hi Rigsby



It will indeed be interesting to see if your 'God' still has what it takes, given a fast car...



I think the blond Adonis in t'other 'grey' car will ultimately outscore him... ;)

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
21/03/2011 17:21

McLaren took some risks...( blown exhaust) and it didn't work.. so they are taking MORE risks !



http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/motorsport/formula_one/9428957.stm

Esentepe7


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Message Posted:
22/03/2011 22:45

Hi Rigsby,



Only if he can do miracles

scruffdog


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Message Posted:
23/03/2011 09:22

Mrs Scruffdog is taking hubby (for early 60th) to Turkey Grans Prix got tickets on the first bend, should be a great weekend in May, so cheap to hop over on Pegasus and hotels have not increased their prices.

CJtill


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Message Posted:
23/03/2011 14:54

No one has mentioned Alonso, who I have backed with Betfred at 3\1, is that an omen?

Michael

rigsby


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Message Posted:
23/03/2011 15:05

This season is going to be a lot more interesting because of the tyre choices.

mmmmmm



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Message Posted:
23/03/2011 15:32

CJtill



IF Ferrari have a car that is nearly as fast as the RBR one your bet is ( very) wise.. They SHOULD be the class of the field.. but one doesn't know if McLaren have used the extra 2 weeks wisely or the Mercedes have caught up..



Methinks the RBR's were sandbagging in testing