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RomanesEuntDomus said:
Looks like they outright removed corner 6 and 7.
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9 and 10 are the ones that basically got nuked. From turns 8 to 13 it will basically be almost flat out the entire stretch.

And this was funny. Although it would have been much better if it was Mazepin who was driving:
 
Coccxys said:
Because clown shoes displayed like Saudi where they fight to not be first across the line is great racing and we should totally embrace it / s
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Unpopular opinion: The DRS shenanigans were actually kinda fun to me. I hate DRS with a passion, but watching smart drivers doing something a bit unconventional/counter-intuitive to counter an attack was kinda funny. In that regard, it's like a driver being overtaken in a corner, so he positions himself in such a way that he can counter the overtake in the next corner. It's only blemish in this case is that it takes full advantage of the artificial DRS mechanic, but so be it. At least it's more creative than "push button - receive track position".
Added bonus: One of the drivers that fell into this trap was Hamilton :story:
 
FP1 starts in 30 minutes, midnight in my locale. Anyone watching? LOL I'd assume if anyone, you are in North America or Asia/Aus since its not even sunrise in UK/Europe.

Couple streams:

EDIT-Ted says no Merc upgrades, RB has slightly altered front wing endplates, Ferrari has new diffuser. Merc one of only 2 teams to bring no upgrades. He didn't name 2nd, but pretty sure it is Haas.

EDIT2-Ham led 2020 FP1 with a 1:23.6. 20 minutes into this session, Max has a 1:20.9.
 
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A mate got some decent seats.
Gooo Ricciardooo
 
LiveFromNS said:
FP1 starts in 30 minutes, midnight in my locale. Anyone watching? LOL I'd assume if anyone, you are in North America or Asia/Aus since its not even sunrise in UK/Europe.

Couple streams:

EDIT-Ted says no Merc upgrades, RB has slightly altered front wing endplates, Ferrari has new diffuser. Merc one of only 2 teams to bring no upgrades. He didn't name 2nd, but pretty sure it is Haas.

EDIT2-Ham led 2020 FP1 with a 1:23.6. 20 minutes into this session, Max has a 1:20.9.
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With the reworks to many corners, we can't really compare these times to see how the new cars hold up to the old cars like in the previous 2 races, but we can see that the track got signifcantly faster.

And I am glad to hear that Mercs are still busy figuring out what they can do to solve their issues.
 
RomanesEuntDomus said:
With the reworks to many corners, we can't really compare these times to see how the new cars hold up to the old cars like in the previous 2 races, but we can see that the track got signifcantly faster.

And I am glad to hear that Mercs are still busy figuring out what they can do to solve their issues.
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Just shows you how much bullshit is talked around F1. Many outlets said Mercedes will bring significant upgrades to Melbourne. So either they were fooled or the simulations showed Mercedes that the upgrades were not what they wanted.

And so far into FP2 it seems that Red Bull goes for speed again while Ferrari goes for corner speed again. Interesting choice I have to say
 
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RomanesEuntDomus said:
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Audi McLaren just doesn't have a nice ring to it, don't you think? Minor point, yeah I know, but still.
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The best name would definitely be McLaren-Porsche, but sadly I don't think it will happen.
Pee Cola said:
Hmmm... McLaren could rebrand Audi engines in the same way the Lamborghini uses rebadged Audi engines in some of their road cars. Otherwise I'd expect the team to race as McLaren-Audi. This is all assuming VAG buy McLaren (last time I checked they were considering buying both the racing team and the road car business).

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That's the most likely outcome if it does happen. They kept Lamborghini as a separate brand even though they're mostly Audi parts, they'd do the same with McLaren.
 
Going on that VAG is partnered with Red Bull in WRC I could see some deal coming out of that. Red Bull aren't really an engine manufacturer but had to set something up due to Honda cucking to the greens again. I could see them partening with one of them for power trains from 2026 onwards.

Rumour currently is Red Bull Porsche and Williams Audi. McLaren have denied any rumours about partnering with VAG but then they would given their current engine partner is a rival company and companies tend to deny any deals until they're signed.

Another consideration is Aston Martin are moving away from using rebadged AMG engines in their road cars to producing their own in cooperation with cosworth. That could mean Stroll Sr looking elsewhere for F1 engines down the line too. How cool would them bringing cosworth back as an engine parter be.
 
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I also saw that there is potential for Aston-Audi linkup too, but RB-Porsche seems highly likely.

Audi recently raised their offer to something like 650mil Euros to get McLaren stake.
 
If FIA were smart, it would look good for their image if they let drivers do goofy shit like that (when no safety issue involved) and then after fining them, donate the fine to some nice charity! It'd be a win-win for everyone concerned, fans would have a laugh, some org get some much needed funds. LOL
All the comments about Seb doing this are fun and people enjoyed it for most part. Look at the fan shot video.
 
To be fair a 5k fine is a "it's against the rules and we've been told to do something, but whatever" type penalty.
 
Yeah, harmless and no one's life was in peril. Funny as hell tho!

So, picks are going to be tough a bit this weekend. If Alpine does well again in FP3, I may exchange Haas for them and even swap out Mag. Haas didn't look too great, but they could have been going the "we have a good car, we don't have a spare, so take it easy and only show true pace in Q" route. But McL look much better too. I hope FP3 sorts it all out as to who of the mid fielders should be the best low price picks for the league.
 
LiveFromNS said:
If FIA were smart, it would look good for their image if they let drivers do goofy shit like that (when no safety issue involved) and then after fining them, donate the fine to some nice charity! It'd be a win-win for everyone concerned, fans would have a laugh, some org get some much needed funds. LOL
All the comments about Seb doing this are fun and people enjoyed it for most part. Look at the fan shot video.
https://youtube.com/watch?v=2HhcVSVPXQghttps://youtube.com/watch?v=rxHA-b72MJk
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Someone needs to cut the footage of Seb on the scooter into the footage of the race lol.
 
I think the Haas thing is budgetary reality catching up with them. They made a good car but have zero spares, they have had one car written off entirely and multiple bits replaced/fixed already. This taking it relatively easy is very likely, as was said further up, them making sure they actually have cars to run.
 
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After watching practice, I got to wonder if this is where K-Mag and Haas have their "back to earth" moment?
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Coccxys said:
I think the Haas thing is budgetary reality catching up with them. They made a good car but have zero spares, they have had one car written off entirely and multiple bits replaced/fixed already. This taking it relatively easy is very likely, as was said further up, them making sure they actually have cars to run.
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I am trying to keep apprised of Haas news as I am hoping they score a podium this year. So concerning budget/upgrades I don't think they are in any different place than they were start of season, save for the destroyed SA car. Alonso as an example I think has already lost one of his 3 engines. So, I am not worried about financial end just yet. I just think they weren't intending to do much on upgrade front until the first race in Europe (Spain isn't it?).

There is no obvious and apparent reason why they would be so far behind all of a sudden and this shouldn't be the beginning of the fall. I am optimistic they will finish at least top 7, if not place or two better at end of year (assuming the Merc PU is also not up to snuff, 4 teams use it and I can see Haas ahead of Will & AM and maybe another team or two in final standings.

Anyway, Steiner has a diff view on how to introduce upgrades (calls them overrated) so sounds like they have a methodical approach for introducing. Hope it pays huge dividends and is right way to go.

As for Friday performance, in addition to my thought about taking it easy due to lack of spare, apparently Kevin was quite ill Friday morning and that affected him a bit, he hopes to feel better tomorrow he said after practice. He said their high fuel was great, its low fuel balance that they need to work on.

And Mick had an "incurable" suspension issue and of course has never raced this track, certainly not in an F1 car, so he is still learning it.

They think if issues sorted out and Mick more confident and Kev feeling better they should be in the mix same as first two races.

Ham nearly hit wall in FP3 just now, Seb shortly after that did. But I think Merc are fucked this weekend again. Russell not tooo bad, but Ham looks like a fucking rookie out there! Hilarious!
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EDIT-Think they axed one of the DRS zones on backside of track. I started watching late, but they just started talking about it on Sky
 
10 minutes left. McLaren. 1st and 4th!
Merc looks to be 5th best team currently. But Haas and Alfa with the Ferrari PU might usurp them. But kind of a crazy FP3 for sure. Great variety.
EDIT-Fucking Stroll. Man him and Latifi cause me so much embarrassment as a Canadian. Like these two guys can potentially stay in F1 for 10 more years since their fathers' have enough money to keep them in a seat. So fucking sad. One of the big detractions for me for enjoying F1. Pay drivers are one thing, but those who suck and would never have a seat in F1 without fucking cash, just such a bad optic. Like if I was a billionaire I'd give some team 100 million to be their driver for fucksakes and they'd probably sign me quick. So stupid. At least I had the glory of living through Jacques' reign. Having a Canadian do well in motor racing on an international scale is a once every generation deal. Not like Brazil/UK/Germany etc who have had multiple champions race winners pretty much every year!

Anyway, weird session, I think I am switching in Alpine and Fred for sure. If I can finagle McL and/or one of their drivers in my other team I might do that. Decisions.
 
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