Where are the Kimi detractors 08
02-12-2008, 02:03 PM
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Raikkonen: Ferrari still need to improve
Oh ohh, KImi whining already or just afraid of Hamilton 
By Michele Lostia and Pablo Elizalde Tuesday, February 12th 2008, 10:22 GMT
World champion Kimi Raikkonen reckons Ferrari still need to improve a lot before the start of the season, despite the impressive times set during winter testing.
The Italian squad's F2008 has been one of the pace-setters in testing since it was unveiled last month, and Raikkonen showed a blistering pace in Bahrain last week, lapping over two seconds quicker than last year's pole position time.
The Finn believes, however, that there is still room for improvement, although he admits he has been pleased with the performance of the new car so far.
"Testing has been going well. This session has also shown problems - small ones - with the F2008. We wanted to get to know the car better, and so we did," Raikkonen was quoted as saying by Gazzetta dello Sport.
"It's a good start for the Ferrari. There have already been improvements. Obviously reliability hasn't come automatically, but two or three laptimes have already been interesting."
He added: "With the new parts the performance will further improve. We've improved in many areas here, now we look forward to the new aerodynamics we'll try out in the Montmelo test. There we will go against our rivals and we'll know where we stand.
"Obviously we still need to improve a lot, but for me it's easier now compared to 2007. And the car has had a good beginning too.
"The decisive step is the next test. And then Melbourne, because only at the first GP we'll know how the teams compare."
The team's technical director Aldo Costa was also happy with the Bahrain test, although he was sorry about the problems that hit their cars on Sunday.
He said: "Everything went well and according to plans. This track has confirmed to be ideal for testing because it allows you to work with a continuity that is unmatched elsewhere, in consistent conditions. The only regret is for Sunday's problems."
By Michele Lostia and Pablo Elizalde Tuesday, February 12th 2008, 10:22 GMT
World champion Kimi Raikkonen reckons Ferrari still need to improve a lot before the start of the season, despite the impressive times set during winter testing.
The Italian squad's F2008 has been one of the pace-setters in testing since it was unveiled last month, and Raikkonen showed a blistering pace in Bahrain last week, lapping over two seconds quicker than last year's pole position time.
The Finn believes, however, that there is still room for improvement, although he admits he has been pleased with the performance of the new car so far.
"Testing has been going well. This session has also shown problems - small ones - with the F2008. We wanted to get to know the car better, and so we did," Raikkonen was quoted as saying by Gazzetta dello Sport.
"It's a good start for the Ferrari. There have already been improvements. Obviously reliability hasn't come automatically, but two or three laptimes have already been interesting."
He added: "With the new parts the performance will further improve. We've improved in many areas here, now we look forward to the new aerodynamics we'll try out in the Montmelo test. There we will go against our rivals and we'll know where we stand.
"Obviously we still need to improve a lot, but for me it's easier now compared to 2007. And the car has had a good beginning too.
"The decisive step is the next test. And then Melbourne, because only at the first GP we'll know how the teams compare."
The team's technical director Aldo Costa was also happy with the Bahrain test, although he was sorry about the problems that hit their cars on Sunday.
He said: "Everything went well and according to plans. This track has confirmed to be ideal for testing because it allows you to work with a continuity that is unmatched elsewhere, in consistent conditions. The only regret is for Sunday's problems."
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02-12-2008, 02:54 PM
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Well maybe it is because of this new refined Kimi, now the old Kimi knew how to give an interview........
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CK3Br...eature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wx9D1...eature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LIcl...eature=related
Hmmm, maybe Bernie has a Point
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CK3Br...eature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wx9D1...eature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LIcl...eature=related
Hmmm, maybe Bernie has a Point
02-12-2008, 04:31 PM
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Ohh, If Alonso, says the car needs to improve , it 's whining , KImi say's the same thing and it's an report.... Ok I get it.........Appreciate the clarification of the rules 
02-12-2008, 05:05 PM
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02-12-2008, 05:55 PM
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02-12-2008, 06:36 PM
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What about if he says this 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CK3Br...eature=related
LOL, so is Kimi ..........
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CK3Br...eature=related
LOL, so is Kimi ..........
02-12-2008, 06:58 PM
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Oh ohh, KImi whining already or just afraid of Hamilton
By Michele Lostia and Pablo Elizalde Tuesday, February 12th 2008, 10:22 GMT
World champion Kimi Raikkonen reckons Ferrari still need to improve a lot before the start of the season, despite the impressive times set during winter testing.
The Italian squad's F2008 has been one of the pace-setters in testing since it was unveiled last month, and Raikkonen showed a blistering pace in Bahrain last week, lapping over two seconds quicker than last year's pole position time.
The Finn believes, however, that there is still room for improvement, although he admits he has been pleased with the performance of the new car so far.
"Testing has been going well. This session has also shown problems - small ones - with the F2008. We wanted to get to know the car better, and so we did," Raikkonen was quoted as saying by Gazzetta dello Sport.
"It's a good start for the Ferrari. There have already been improvements. Obviously reliability hasn't come automatically, but two or three laptimes have already been interesting."
He added: "With the new parts the performance will further improve. We've improved in many areas here, now we look forward to the new aerodynamics we'll try out in the Montmelo test. There we will go against our rivals and we'll know where we stand.
"Obviously we still need to improve a lot, but for me it's easier now compared to 2007. And the car has had a good beginning too.
"The decisive step is the next test. And then Melbourne, because only at the first GP we'll know how the teams compare."
The team's technical director Aldo Costa was also happy with the Bahrain test, although he was sorry about the problems that hit their cars on Sunday.
He said: "Everything went well and according to plans. This track has confirmed to be ideal for testing because it allows you to work with a continuity that is unmatched elsewhere, in consistent conditions. The only regret is for Sunday's problems."
By Michele Lostia and Pablo Elizalde Tuesday, February 12th 2008, 10:22 GMT
World champion Kimi Raikkonen reckons Ferrari still need to improve a lot before the start of the season, despite the impressive times set during winter testing.
The Italian squad's F2008 has been one of the pace-setters in testing since it was unveiled last month, and Raikkonen showed a blistering pace in Bahrain last week, lapping over two seconds quicker than last year's pole position time.
The Finn believes, however, that there is still room for improvement, although he admits he has been pleased with the performance of the new car so far.
"Testing has been going well. This session has also shown problems - small ones - with the F2008. We wanted to get to know the car better, and so we did," Raikkonen was quoted as saying by Gazzetta dello Sport.
"It's a good start for the Ferrari. There have already been improvements. Obviously reliability hasn't come automatically, but two or three laptimes have already been interesting."
He added: "With the new parts the performance will further improve. We've improved in many areas here, now we look forward to the new aerodynamics we'll try out in the Montmelo test. There we will go against our rivals and we'll know where we stand.
"Obviously we still need to improve a lot, but for me it's easier now compared to 2007. And the car has had a good beginning too.
"The decisive step is the next test. And then Melbourne, because only at the first GP we'll know how the teams compare."
The team's technical director Aldo Costa was also happy with the Bahrain test, although he was sorry about the problems that hit their cars on Sunday.
He said: "Everything went well and according to plans. This track has confirmed to be ideal for testing because it allows you to work with a continuity that is unmatched elsewhere, in consistent conditions. The only regret is for Sunday's problems."
You are really stretching for it here IMO.
02-12-2008, 07:00 PM
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Ray, here https://rennlist.com/forums/showthre...ferrerid=29517
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02-12-2008, 07:10 PM
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I find his attitude to be refreshing. He reminds me of more of the older breed of F1 driver, still having fun just driving the car and living large. I do get a little weary of the "poor little rich boy" whiners and complainers. I think that some forget how many would kill to be in their position. Hell, I'd drive even that Toro Rosso and be happy motoring around at the back of the pack.
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02-12-2008, 07:13 PM
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I find his attitude to be refreshing. He reminds me of more of the older breed of F1 driver, still having fun just driving the car and living large. I do get a little weary of the "poor little rich boy" whiners and complainers. I think that some forget how many would kill to be in their position. Hell, I'd drive even that Toro Rosso and be happy motoring around at the back of the pack.
But you already do larry in the TR 964/08
Kimi is very aloof and funny when he wants to be .............
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02-12-2008, 07:56 PM
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Shocking as it may seem, I disagree with Wayne and agree with Ray, I didn't come away with Kimi Whining in that piece. Could he be worried more than anything else because the McLaren hasn't shown that decline in speed some expected with Alonso leaving? I have to say the testing times for Mac have been impressive. Renault seems to have found some speed and BMW is their customary quiet self.