What's next, artificial snow??
03-04-2011, 10:50 AM
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http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/m...l-2232194.html
Mark Webber against Formula One 'fake rain' proposal
By Ian Parkes, PA
Mark Webber has dismissed Bernie Ecclestone's idea of using 'fake rain' during Formula One grands prix.
Ecclestone has caused a storm of debate this week after proposing the possibility of employing a sophisticated sprinkler system to help liven up the show.
Critics have since poured cold water on the idea, with outspoken Australian Webber joining in the chorus.
Asked whether the sport needed such measures and whether he is in favour, Webber replied: "No and no."
Speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live, Webber added:"It can be more exciting when we have some different weather conditions, that does happen.
"But you just think of Jimmy Clark, Jackie Stewart, (Ayrton) Senna and those guys - masters in the wet.
"Jackie's still here, but the other two would be turning in their graves if they thought we'd have sprinklers and hoses lined up around the track.
"It wouldn't be the most sophisticated way to make the show more entertaining."
Ecclestone, however, admits he is "happy to make it happen," even though it has been suggested F1 would become a laughing stock.
Ecclestone added: "My idea is we should make a programme that nobody knows exactly which one is going to be used and it would start at some time during the race. It would effectively be raining.
"It would maybe stop and maybe rain again later. Or maybe not. So nobody would know."
Mark Webber against Formula One 'fake rain' proposal
By Ian Parkes, PA
Mark Webber has dismissed Bernie Ecclestone's idea of using 'fake rain' during Formula One grands prix.
Ecclestone has caused a storm of debate this week after proposing the possibility of employing a sophisticated sprinkler system to help liven up the show.
Critics have since poured cold water on the idea, with outspoken Australian Webber joining in the chorus.
Asked whether the sport needed such measures and whether he is in favour, Webber replied: "No and no."
Speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live, Webber added:"It can be more exciting when we have some different weather conditions, that does happen.
"But you just think of Jimmy Clark, Jackie Stewart, (Ayrton) Senna and those guys - masters in the wet.
"Jackie's still here, but the other two would be turning in their graves if they thought we'd have sprinklers and hoses lined up around the track.
"It wouldn't be the most sophisticated way to make the show more entertaining."
Ecclestone, however, admits he is "happy to make it happen," even though it has been suggested F1 would become a laughing stock.
Ecclestone added: "My idea is we should make a programme that nobody knows exactly which one is going to be used and it would start at some time during the race. It would effectively be raining.
"It would maybe stop and maybe rain again later. Or maybe not. So nobody would know."
03-09-2011, 11:43 AM
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Hellmund has spent too much time watching NA$CAR while in the US 
Fake rain idea brilliant, says US GP boss
9 March 2011Tavo Hellmund, promoter for next year’s returning United States Grand Prix, has described the idea of artificial rain in Formula 1 races as ‘brilliant’, with the proposal to use an automated sprinkler system having been put forward by F1 Group CEO Bernie Ecclestone.
Bernie EcclestoneWith Ecclestone’s thoughts having been doubted by most in the sport, Hellmund outlined the reasons why it should be submitted to governing body the FIA when speaking with the Austin Statesman newspaper, claiming that ticket sales could be helped as the innovation would be functional on bright days for the crowd.
“Racing on a wet track would be spectacular and add a compelling element for fans,” he said. “True talent always shines in the wet and teams with smaller budgets should rejoice because rain is racing’s ultimate equaliser.”
Fake rain idea brilliant, says US GP boss
9 March 2011Tavo Hellmund, promoter for next year’s returning United States Grand Prix, has described the idea of artificial rain in Formula 1 races as ‘brilliant’, with the proposal to use an automated sprinkler system having been put forward by F1 Group CEO Bernie Ecclestone.
Bernie EcclestoneWith Ecclestone’s thoughts having been doubted by most in the sport, Hellmund outlined the reasons why it should be submitted to governing body the FIA when speaking with the Austin Statesman newspaper, claiming that ticket sales could be helped as the innovation would be functional on bright days for the crowd.
“Racing on a wet track would be spectacular and add a compelling element for fans,” he said. “True talent always shines in the wet and teams with smaller budgets should rejoice because rain is racing’s ultimate equaliser.”
03-09-2011, 11:55 AM
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Hellmund has spent too much time watching NA$CAR while in the US
Fake rain idea brilliant, says US GP boss
9 March 2011Tavo Hellmund, promoter for next year’s returning United States Grand Prix, has described the idea of artificial rain in Formula 1 races as ‘brilliant’, with the proposal to use an automated sprinkler system having been put forward by F1 Group CEO Bernie Ecclestone.
Bernie EcclestoneWith Ecclestone’s thoughts having been doubted by most in the sport, Hellmund outlined the reasons why it should be submitted to governing body the FIA when speaking with the Austin Statesman newspaper, claiming that ticket sales could be helped as the innovation would be functional on bright days for the crowd.
“Racing on a wet track would be spectacular and add a compelling element for fans,” he said. “True talent always shines in the wet and teams with smaller budgets should rejoice because rain is racing’s ultimate equaliser.”
Fake rain idea brilliant, says US GP boss
9 March 2011Tavo Hellmund, promoter for next year’s returning United States Grand Prix, has described the idea of artificial rain in Formula 1 races as ‘brilliant’, with the proposal to use an automated sprinkler system having been put forward by F1 Group CEO Bernie Ecclestone.
Bernie EcclestoneWith Ecclestone’s thoughts having been doubted by most in the sport, Hellmund outlined the reasons why it should be submitted to governing body the FIA when speaking with the Austin Statesman newspaper, claiming that ticket sales could be helped as the innovation would be functional on bright days for the crowd.
“Racing on a wet track would be spectacular and add a compelling element for fans,” he said. “True talent always shines in the wet and teams with smaller budgets should rejoice because rain is racing’s ultimate equaliser.”
What a dip****. He is obviously trying to kiss Bernie's *** for a better race date.
