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2013 Grand Prix of India
10-28-2013, 01:23 PM
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That's pretty funny actually. 
That helmet is so dumb.
I'm wondering, aside from the money, if Kimi made a good decision going to Ferrari. With what RoGro has been doing lately, the Lotus sure looks like a better car.
That helmet is so dumb. I'm wondering, aside from the money, if Kimi made a good decision going to Ferrari. With what RoGro has been doing lately, the Lotus sure looks like a better car.
10-28-2013, 02:07 PM
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I just saw the picture. I AM NOT SURPRISED OF THE DOUCHE BAGGARY of Fredika Alonso. I know why Ferrari signed Kimi, they did it to get a guy who will work hard to bring Ferrari back and act like a man instead of a teenage girl.
10-28-2013, 02:37 PM
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I can't believe how you guys are so down on Alonso. He's widely regarded as one of the hardest chargers on the grid, and he has single handedly kept Ferrari in contention.
However, I will agree that this helmet seems like a half assed ploy to gain some attention.
I have a feeling that Kimi will regret his decision as well, and lose motivation when he can't get this team to raise its game, a pattern he's already fallen prey to.
I really wish they'd have signed Hulky.
However, I will agree that this helmet seems like a half assed ploy to gain some attention.
I have a feeling that Kimi will regret his decision as well, and lose motivation when he can't get this team to raise its game, a pattern he's already fallen prey to.
I really wish they'd have signed Hulky.
10-28-2013, 03:06 PM
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I thought that was one of the most strategic races of the season. Could not tell how it was going to turn out until after 1st or 2nd pit stops.
Kimi should have moved aside for RoGro. He had no tires to complete the last 10 laps and finish on the podium. I know there is no love left between him and the team or his teammate, but there is professionalism. Kimi was emotional. Surprise! Should we celebrate?
Anyway, I'm not sure Kimi made the right decision. Lotus loved him and would do anything to build the car of his liking. Ferrari will build a car for FA and, if history is any indication, there will likely be friction between the drivers.
What is that smell? Something sweet? Yes! That is the smell of victory.
Bid congrats to Vettel and RBR for earning their place in history where only 2 have gone before.
What many say about him connecting with the crew and all the factory workers as well as really being a student of the sport seems to be a theme among the very best.
Kimi should have moved aside for RoGro. He had no tires to complete the last 10 laps and finish on the podium. I know there is no love left between him and the team or his teammate, but there is professionalism. Kimi was emotional. Surprise! Should we celebrate?
Anyway, I'm not sure Kimi made the right decision. Lotus loved him and would do anything to build the car of his liking. Ferrari will build a car for FA and, if history is any indication, there will likely be friction between the drivers.
What is that smell? Something sweet? Yes! That is the smell of victory.
Bid congrats to Vettel and RBR for earning their place in history where only 2 have gone before.
What many say about him connecting with the crew and all the factory workers as well as really being a student of the sport seems to be a theme among the very best.
10-28-2013, 05:30 PM
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Given how close RBR likes to run to the edge, I'm surprised the combination of the donuts burning off both tire rubber and the normal cooldown lap pickup along with SV throwing his gloves into the crowd didn't result in them being underweight.
On an unrelated note, have any of the other Renault engined teams had the alternator failures that RBR has? If so, they just haven't been as noticeable and if not, is the cause tight packaging leading to over heating or the speculated traction control hanky panky or?
On an unrelated note, have any of the other Renault engined teams had the alternator failures that RBR has? If so, they just haven't been as noticeable and if not, is the cause tight packaging leading to over heating or the speculated traction control hanky panky or?
10-29-2013, 01:16 AM
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THE BIGGIE for Vettel for this season was won in the board room, but almost everybody forgets it. He was doing Ok, but remember all the talk about the "different winners" early in the season. WHen they got Pirelli to go back to last years tire compound and construction Vettel and RBR blew them all away from that point on. Not surprising really as he did the same last year. That is not meant to take any thing away from Vettel or RBR but it safe to guess that they were the best set on those tires two years in a row and it showed.
10-29-2013, 02:08 AM
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Below is the Lotus, Kimi communication. Pretty wild comments (rarely anyone says naughty words in F1) from both sides, starting with Permaine.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pTZSn...ature=youtu.be
What was not heard is the yelling at the pits after the race, don't know what was said but it seemed Kimi was the stronger of two.
Permaine is getting a bit of heat actually. He's been giving many bitter comments towards Kimi after he announced he will go to Ferrari ("Kimi would be forgotten without us" etc.) not to mention Gro has been his favorite all along.
Interesting to see how good Kimi's car is in rest of the races...
And no, I'm not defending Kimi's action yesterday, he should've moved away earlier although it's pretty clear he has not been treated that well after the announcement.
Permaine should grow up a bit and look what has happened to Lotus after Kimi started, not to mention all the salaries they've been delaying (not so much Kimi's salary but the rest of the team who, with delayed salaries, are in trouble with their livelihood) and not be so bitter people are leaving.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pTZSn...ature=youtu.be
What was not heard is the yelling at the pits after the race, don't know what was said but it seemed Kimi was the stronger of two.
Permaine is getting a bit of heat actually. He's been giving many bitter comments towards Kimi after he announced he will go to Ferrari ("Kimi would be forgotten without us" etc.) not to mention Gro has been his favorite all along.
Interesting to see how good Kimi's car is in rest of the races...
And no, I'm not defending Kimi's action yesterday, he should've moved away earlier although it's pretty clear he has not been treated that well after the announcement.
Permaine should grow up a bit and look what has happened to Lotus after Kimi started, not to mention all the salaries they've been delaying (not so much Kimi's salary but the rest of the team who, with delayed salaries, are in trouble with their livelihood) and not be so bitter people are leaving.
Congrats to Vettel and RB for a totally domination of the 2013 season. I hope they have terrible time of it next year.
10-30-2013, 03:52 PM
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Oh Lewis. Where are you? I just want to, gleefully, point out that your driver prediction for the 2013 WDC was wrong. I'm sure you are heart broken and still wiping tears from your eyes which is why we have not heard from you yet. Drown you sorrow in this 
then come back and tell us how it feels. 
then come back and tell us how it feels.
10-30-2013, 07:30 PM
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That's a shame that it's come down to this. Above all, F1 is not Nascar and calm and professional heads have always prevailed. Certainly when Kimi left Ferrari he did not do this, but everyone can see that the team was hurt that he decided to leave.
Congrats to Vettel and RB for a totally domination of the 2013 season. I hope they have terrible time of it next year.
Congrats to Vettel and RB for a totally domination of the 2013 season. I hope they have terrible time of it next year.
He has been especially bitter after Kimo said he's leaving (and also praising and I'm sure given special attention to Gro which is normal because they need to convince future sponsors) but you don't yell at your driver like that who is risking his life, racing at 300 km/h!
Drivers need and should ONLY get cool and informative stuff while racing, I'm glad Kimi fought back during and after the race.
Here's a video of them meeting after the race at the pits, man I wish we could hear what Kimi says. Caption contest?
10-30-2013, 07:31 PM
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Below is the Lotus, Kimi communication. Pretty wild comments (rarely anyone says naughty words in F1) from both sides, starting with Permaine.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pTZSn...ature=youtu.be
What was not heard is the yelling at the pits after the race, don't know what was said but it seemed Kimi was the stronger of two.
Permaine is getting a bit of heat actually. He's been giving many bitter comments towards Kimi after he announced he will go to Ferrari ("Kimi would be forgotten without us" etc.) not to mention Gro has been his favorite all along.
Interesting to see how good Kimi's car is in rest of the races...
And no, I'm not defending Kimi's action yesterday, he should've moved away earlier although it's pretty clear he has not been treated that well after the announcement.
Permaine should grow up a bit and look what has happened to Lotus after Kimi started, not to mention all the salaries they've been delaying (not so much Kimi's salary but the rest of the team who, with delayed salaries, are in trouble with their livelihood) and not be so bitter people are leaving.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pTZSn...ature=youtu.be
What was not heard is the yelling at the pits after the race, don't know what was said but it seemed Kimi was the stronger of two.
Permaine is getting a bit of heat actually. He's been giving many bitter comments towards Kimi after he announced he will go to Ferrari ("Kimi would be forgotten without us" etc.) not to mention Gro has been his favorite all along.
Interesting to see how good Kimi's car is in rest of the races...
And no, I'm not defending Kimi's action yesterday, he should've moved away earlier although it's pretty clear he has not been treated that well after the announcement.
Permaine should grow up a bit and look what has happened to Lotus after Kimi started, not to mention all the salaries they've been delaying (not so much Kimi's salary but the rest of the team who, with delayed salaries, are in trouble with their livelihood) and not be so bitter people are leaving.
10-30-2013, 07:34 PM
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I was thinking this a bit more and feel that it really was ****ty from Permane.
He has been especially bitter after Kimo said he's leaving (and also praising and I'm sure given special attention to Gro which is normal because they need to convince future sponsors) but you don't yell at your driver like that who is risking his life, racing at 300 km/h!
Drivers need and should ONLY get cool and informative stuff while racing, I'm glad Kimi fought back during and after the race.
Here's a video of them meeting after the race at the pits, man I wish we could hear what Kimi says. Caption contest?
Kimi Räikkönen and Alan Permane after the Indian Gp - YouTube
He has been especially bitter after Kimo said he's leaving (and also praising and I'm sure given special attention to Gro which is normal because they need to convince future sponsors) but you don't yell at your driver like that who is risking his life, racing at 300 km/h!
Drivers need and should ONLY get cool and informative stuff while racing, I'm glad Kimi fought back during and after the race.
Here's a video of them meeting after the race at the pits, man I wish we could hear what Kimi says. Caption contest?
Kimi Räikkönen and Alan Permane after the Indian Gp - YouTube
