bertusras Posted July 17, 2018 Posted July 17, 2018 BTW, see there were rumours of Chase Carey (head honcho at FIA) inspecting Kyalami over the weekend. The track also put up a teaser last month of a big announcement. Really, really hoping it is what I think it is based on that information!!!!!! Carey is the head honcho of F1, not the FIA. Kyalami as far as I know does not have the required homologation for F1, but can host F2. AFAIK.
Steven Knoetze (sk27) Posted July 17, 2018 Posted July 17, 2018 Carey is the head honcho of F1, not the FIA. Kyalami as far as I know does not have the required homologation for F1, but can host F2. AFAIK. Correct of the F1 vs FIA. Oops. I also read they are not F1 compliant, lack of run off area issues I believe, but why would he be here sniffing then. Perhaps to see what needs doing to be compliant?Can't see them only bringing F2.The other option is possibly a return for WSBK or heaven forbid MotoGP. Now wouldn't that be something.........
Baldrick Posted July 17, 2018 Posted July 17, 2018 Correct of the F1 vs FIA. Oops. I also read they are not F1 compliant, lack of run off area issues I believe, but why would he be here sniffing then. Perhaps to see what needs doing to be compliant?Can't see them only bringing F2.The other option is possibly a return for WSBK or heaven forbid MotoGP. Now wouldn't that be something.........I do like Monaco's large run off areas FIA have always wanted Africa in the championship so that they have all the continents covered. Although the south pole GP could be an issue. Kimi would love it. Pure Savage 1
Steven Knoetze (sk27) Posted July 17, 2018 Posted July 17, 2018 I do like Monaco's large run off areas FIA have always wanted Africa in the championship so that they have all the continents covered. Although the south pole GP could be an issue. Kimi would love it. Chuckled at that one. I don't see any other track close to being able to host F1 besides Kyalami.Is there not a new Finnish track being introduced???
bertusras Posted July 18, 2018 Posted July 18, 2018 I do like Monaco's large run off areas FIA have always wanted Africa in the championship so that they have all the continents covered. Although the south pole GP could be an issue. Kimi would love it. It's not only about run-off areas, but I do believe that's a big part of it. Kyalami doesn't have tarmac run-off, but rather gravel traps. Other issues such as Medivac facilities and general access also play a role. The sniffing that I'm concerned about is Liberty Media (owners of F1) having a jol at Assen with the MotoGP this year, saying it would be cool to bring F1 there. GO. THE. ****. AWAY.
Steven Knoetze (sk27) Posted July 18, 2018 Posted July 18, 2018 (edited) It's not only about run-off areas, but I do believe that's a big part of it. Kyalami doesn't have tarmac run-off, but rather gravel traps. Other issues such as Medivac facilities and general access also play a role. The sniffing that I'm concerned about is Liberty Media (owners of F1) having a jol at Assen with the MotoGP this year, saying it would be cool to bring F1 there. GO. THE. ****. AWAY. Call me stupid and old fashioned but I like gravel traps. A driver should be punished for his errors, not simply feed back in behind the driver he just tried to overtake but cocked up. Better still if the gravel is really deep and it ends his race!!!! Would 2 F1 cars even fit side by side on the Assen track, its freaking narrow!!! Edited July 18, 2018 by Steven Knoetze (sk27) Spoke101 and Long Wheel Base 2
bertusras Posted July 18, 2018 Posted July 18, 2018 Call me stupid and old fashioned but I like gravel traps. A driver should be punished for his errors, not simply feed back in behind the driver he just tried to overtake but cocked up. Better still if the gravel is really deep and it ends his race!!!! 100% agreed!
Baldrick Posted July 19, 2018 Posted July 19, 2018 RIP Mo Nunn One of his not so successful designs http://en.espnf1.com/PICTURES/CMS/22500/22517.3.jpg
bertusras Posted July 19, 2018 Posted July 19, 2018 I know his answer: https://www.wheels24.co.za/Motorsport/formula-2-driver-handed-suspension-for-texting-while-driving-and-hitting-his-team-mate-20180709 I also picked up on this earlier today. He also wanted to put #makeamericagreatagain on the side of his car and got denied by the FIA. Following up on this earlier conversation had elsewhere, this tool just had his contract terminated with the team. "Since the beginning of the championship, the driver justified its payments’ default with alleged failure by his sponsors to fulfil their obligations. "It seems weird that, despite such kind of issues, Santino Ferrucci had the resources needed to enter the Detroit IndyCar race from June 1st to 3rd while, at the same time, he was not honouring his agreement with Trident Motorsport."
Steven Knoetze (sk27) Posted July 19, 2018 Posted July 19, 2018 Following up on this earlier conversation had elsewhere, this tool just had his contract terminated with the team. He was obviously talented but had an attitude problem.Similar to Hector "Hectic" Barbara who had the same termination but for drunk driving......
Pure Savage Posted July 19, 2018 Posted July 19, 2018 He was obviously talented but had an attitude problem.Similar to Hector "Hectic" Barbara who had the same termination but for drunk driving......Okes like that dont see racing as a career, just something to pass the time really..
Steven Knoetze (sk27) Posted July 23, 2018 Posted July 23, 2018 dammit Disappointing yes, unless you are a Hamilton fan I suppose. From the 2nd driver's not being able to race to the wishy-washy stewards application of rules.Obviously Vettel's mistake was such a disappointment but these things happen and he is still in the title race........ Just to clarify before people slam the "penalty", go look at Massa in Brazil in 2013 and the Kimi in Baku in 2016. Both did the same as Lulu and both were penalized. They weren't the golden boy though........
Piston ZA Posted July 23, 2018 Posted July 23, 2018 That was heart-breaking. A relatively small mistake has resulted in a probable 32 point swing in the driver's championship. But to distract me from that heart-break .... WTF were the Torro Rossos doing on full wets? Steven Knoetze (sk27) 1
Baldrick Posted July 23, 2018 Posted July 23, 2018 That was heart-breaking. A relatively small mistake has resulted in a probable 32 point swing in the driver's championship. But to distract me from that heart-break .... WTF were the Torro Rossos doing on full wets?That was histericalI assume Red Bull had the official rain app working, while Torro Rosso had last years version.
Steven Knoetze (sk27) Posted July 25, 2018 Posted July 25, 2018 See Stroll's dad bought a whole freaking team to keep him in a car for next season.Oh how the other half live........
Baldrick Posted July 25, 2018 Posted July 25, 2018 See Stroll's dad bought a whole freaking team to keep him in a car for next season.Oh how the other half live........Has it been confirmed yet.Can hear the commentators already. " Stroll strolling around in the Stroll" BaGearA 1
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