[-] D2Rave@lemmy.world 18 points 3 months ago

I trusted the FIA to hand Magnusson penalty points.

[-] D2Rave@lemmy.world 7 points 3 months ago

I like that different tracks have uniquely different or more exacerbated elements like sand, wind, or even where tire rubber is with respect to the racing line. Monaco's trait is that qualification is incredibly important, someone starting p6 at Monaco has significantly less chance of winning than most any other race.

Having anything impact the track that is not unique to it is just a poor showing. Signs, street pipe covers, etc. should never be a thing of mention. The current impact of them is random and entirely nothing can be done by the teams to not be randomly succumbed to. While the ongoings of the track are not controlled, they are controlled to an extent, rules should be there to create a more controlled environment both from a setup and during race context such that altogether previously unseen circumstances do not put one out of the race. This sport has been on for many years, and has moved significantly forward. That examples where signage can be in a place that is torn off and end up in vehicles or even that tear offs can be thrown out at random and again end up in vehicles can be listed and all each with seemingly basic answers, it does beg the question who is running the show and what are they on about.

Norris is spot on.

[-] D2Rave@lemmy.world 6 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago)

This is financially motivated for RB. Previous cost cap language allowed for partial salary application. Meaning that they could have Newey working "15%"of the time on formula 1 and the rest somewhere else. New regs are binary, 100% would have to be allocated now to formula 1. Clearly RB has been able to execute without 100% time from key contributors; because of their previous allocation games, they have to find a way to downsize or would surely be over new reg cap limits. Ferrari, now with Mercedes drunk, RB high, and Aston Martin scratching, are clearly thinking they are to be the next team to dominate the latest design regulations. Newey wants a fulltime role in F1, does his expertise translate to a series of winning seasons in the new regs or will another component play a more vital role, just as prior to RB, Mercedes was untouchable. I would love to see some actual parity and competition for who the winner will be.

[-] D2Rave@lemmy.world 6 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago)

This is Yuki showing he is still immature. He wasn't going to get that pass done and only ended up making Daniel miss his window (being on softs / having Max lap them). Yuki pulls a large market and has matured some, shenanigans like this put a real negative view on an otherwise positive race.

[-] D2Rave@lemmy.world 20 points 10 months ago

First of all, why with all the TV production there, could the telecast not get a single live shot of the section in question? It wasn't until 25+ minutes after red flag they showed this picture.

Thanks for pic and live link... It's exactly what you'd expect, 20 dudes standing around watching one dude look at the hole scratching his head... I feel bad for anyone that actually paid to go to see FP 1/2.

[-] D2Rave@lemmy.world 7 points 10 months ago

Well... Looks like Max was right, all show, no racing.

[-] D2Rave@lemmy.world 6 points 10 months ago
[-] D2Rave@lemmy.world 8 points 11 months ago

Not an ideal first win with it being a sprint and Max's clinch of the season, all the same, great to see for piastri and team McLaren.

[-] D2Rave@lemmy.world 8 points 1 year ago

The article acknowledged Horner's statement which was based upon an initial assessment. Once the Ortho got to work it was found to be more complicated.

Double stack of unfortunate news for DannyRic. Hopefully the doctor (who also worked on Stroll when he hurt his hand) can work some magic.

[-] D2Rave@lemmy.world 14 points 1 year ago

From a purely observational standpoint, Zhou had a terrible start off the line. He was getting passed from those behind him; I think he was still accelerating / maneuvering to get position when the pack was braking for the turn.

[-] D2Rave@lemmy.world 27 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

This was really Lando just looking out for Max, as now Max has something to "work on" over the break

[-] D2Rave@lemmy.world 8 points 1 year ago

What were you expecting to see here if not "spoilers" of the race posted as it went on. Whether highlights or winner, if you don't want to know you shouldn't get on.

That said, I would like to see more lively community discussion (before, during, and after the race) and saying "just don't come here" isn't very welcoming either.

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