F1 2022

[Jason.H]

Looking forward to it. A big change in regulations shakes thing up. Adrian Newey is arguably the best F1 car designer ever and I expect Red Bull to hit the ground running. Ferrari look like they have a competitive car also.

 

[Canary_Yellow]

I'm looking forward to seeing the cars again today in FP1.

Today seems like it might be all about the findings from Abu Dhabi though... I really don't understand why Red Bull and Verstappen are persisting with their line that there was no error made at Abu Dhabi and Merc are bullies. As long as they keep saying that, the issue will continue to exist and be a problem. Wouldn't it be much better for them to deflect focus on to the season as a whole - I don't think any other than the most blinkered of Hamilton fans would argue that regardless of how it happened, Verstappen was a worthy winner all things considered. I don't think acknowledging the controversy of Abu Dhabi would tarnish Verstappen's championship, at least, not more than it is already being tarnished by the approach they are taking of denying that anything wasn't quite right.

Anyway, onwards and upwards, hopefully....

 

[Wilson]

I'm looking forward to seeing the cars again today in FP1.

Today seems like it might be all about the findings from Abu Dhabi though... I really don't understand why Red Bull and Verstappen are persisting with their line that there was no error made at Abu Dhabi and Merc are bullies. As long as they keep saying that, the issue will continue to exist and be a problem. Wouldn't it be much better for them to deflect focus on to the season as a whole - I don't think any other than the most blinkered of Hamilton fans would argue that regardless of how it happened, Verstappen was a worthy winner all things considered. I don't think acknowledging the controversy of Abu Dhabi would tarnish Verstappen's championship, at least, not more than it is already being tarnished by the approach they are taking of denying that anything wasn't quite right.

Anyway, onwards and upwards, hopefully....

I'm not a massive fan of any of the drivers, I'd always like the British ones to win, but I have no particular affinity to any driver or team - Hamilton should have won last year's championship due to the farce of the last race. I don't buy the line about Masi being under pressure and making a mistake, there are a team around him who I'm sure would have been reminding him of the rules, I think F1 wanted a last lap showdown, and ideally a new world champion, and they got both.

I can't see how Red Bull can acknowledge there was an error made, if they do it taints Verstappen's title, so they have to continue the charade.

 

[cliveb]

I really don't understand why Red Bull and Verstappen are persisting with their line that there was no error made at Abu Dhabi and Merc are bullies.

The hypocrisy of Christian Horner is just breathtaking. He accuses Mercedes of bullying the FIA into firing Masi when it was him and Jonathan Wheatley who bullied Masi into breaking the rules for their benefit. Masi's removal was ultimately more down to Red Bull's behaviour than Merc's.

 

[Bunkermagnet]

The hypocrisy of Christian Horner is just breathtaking. He accuses Mercedes of bullying the FIA into firing Masi when it was him and Jonathan Wheatley who bullied Masi into breaking the rules for their benefit. Masi's removal was ultimately more down to Red Bull's behaviour than Merc's.

You can't say that....Horner is working on the principal that if he says it enough, people will think it must be true. The guy is an embarressment to F1.

 

[Canary_Yellow]

I'm not a massive fan of any of the drivers, I'd always like the British ones to win, but I have no particular affinity to any driver or team - Hamilton should have won last year's championship due to the farce of the last race. I don't buy the line about Masi being under pressure and making a mistake, there are a team around him who I'm sure would have been reminding him of the rules, I think F1 wanted a last lap showdown, and ideally a new world champion, and they got both.

I can't see how Red Bull can acknowledge there was an error made, if they do it taints Verstappen's title, so they have to continue the charade.

The title is tainted either way, I think their pig headed defence of Masi’s decision making makes them look silly.

 

[BrianM]

https://www.skysports.com/share/12570003
Not a big F1 fan but Human error was to blame for Lewis not winning title, Masi hung out to dry, even though he’s hardly mentioned ??

 

[4LEX]

Last season was a write off, null and void to everyone bar Red Bull and Max. They didn't win it fair and square.

 

[Tashyboy]

Because of the shower of crap that was last years F1 finale. I will not be watching this years F1

Last years winner should have an asterisk against it.

 

[Neilds]

When will people realise that this is the 2022 thread and just LET IT GO!!!

 

[Tashyboy]

When will people realise that this is the 2022 thread and just LET IT GO!!!

Mods can we have an F1 thread that’s like the Football thread and just continues. Some like to bury there heads in the sand but not others.

 

[theoneandonly]

Mods can we have an F1 thread that’s like the Football thread and just continues. Some like to bury there heads in the sand but not others.

Rather you should start a thread about RB , Masi and co so you can spout the same *** over and over thats already been done to death.

 

[theoneandonly]

Interesting grid with K-Mag in the mix and Ferrari on pole. I can't see the winner coming from outside the top 4 but you never know. I think it's damage limitation for Merc.

 

[AmandaJR]

Interesting grid with K-Mag in the mix and Ferrari on pole. I can't see the winner coming from outside the top 4 but you never know. I think it's damage limitation for Merc.

Just dipped into this thread for the last time for the same reason. I won't watch it as still think it was an absolute joke how the season was allowed to end. I'd think that irrelevant of those involved as it was just crazy decision-making and nothing to do with the performance of both drivers/teams in the decider. I'm oot!

 

[Tashyboy]

Rather you should start a thread about RB , Masi and co so you can spout the same *** over and over thats already been done to death.

What have I spouted. Something that has been quoted in an official investigation. There’s only one person talking *** and his mirror is broke.

 

[Tashyboy]

Just dipped into this thread for the last time for the same reason. I won't watch it as still think it was an absolute joke how the season was allowed to end. I'd think that irrelevant of those involved as it was just crazy decision-making and nothing to do with the performance of both drivers/teams in the decider. I'm oot!

Surely not Amanda. Some May suggest your talking ***. ?

 

[Deleted member 15344]

Thought the cars looked good , Liked the way the wheels mixed in - also they seemed to be using a new camera angle showing the view from the drivers angle - impressive

 

[Cherry13]

Thought the cars looked good , Liked the way the wheels mixed in - also they seemed to be using a new camera angle showing the view from the drivers angle - impressive

Yeh that new camera is amazing, genuinely one of the best sports viewing innovations in years. The information on the steering wheel, the view (lack of) for the drivers is just immense to take in.
As for the report, it is what it is now, and time to move on. Ultimately Masi has toon the fall, and I actually think that’s probably fair and right. He was out of his depth and panicked and allowed himself to be backed into a lose lose corner. Let’s move on, concentrate on the new season and hopefully we’ll have a battle between 3 teams in a few races.

I think the F1 will be ecstatic that Ferrari look to be back, a battle between them, Mercedes’ red bull and hopefully mclaren would be the absolute ideal scenario.

 

[HomerJSimpson]

Hamilton only 5th. Clear that Mercedes not quite on it yet but enjoyable qualifying session with the new cars going for it for the first time

 

[Deleted member 15344]

Yeh that new camera is amazing, genuinely one of the best sports viewing innovations in years. The information on the steering wheel, the view (lack of) for the drivers is just immense to take in.
As for the report, it is what it is now, and time to move on. Ultimately Masi has toon the fall, and I actually think that’s probably fair and right. He was out of his depth and panicked and allowed himself to be backed into a lose lose corner. Let’s move on, concentrate on the new season and hopefully we’ll have a battle between 3 teams in a few races.

I think the F1 will be ecstatic that Ferrari look to be back, a battle between them, Mercedes’ red bull and hopefully mclaren would be the absolute ideal scenario.

It was fascinating- seeing the steering wheel but you could almost feel the bumps , their control of the car was very impressive, hopefully they use it a fair bit