In the latest opinion post I try and wrap my head around the F1 Power Rankings.
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US GP PREVIEW
CIRCUIT OF THE AMERICAS Lap record 1:39.347 (SEBASTIAN VETTEL 2012) First Grand Prix 2012 Number of laps 56 Last year’s winner Lewis Hamilton Driver Quotes (F1.com): Fernando Alonso "After a couple of frustrating races where we haven’t been able to show the improving pace we know we have in our package, I’m excited to head … Continue reading US GP PREVIEW
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HUNGARIAN GP PREVIEW
HUNGARORING Lap record 1:19.071 (Michael Schumacher 2004) First Grand Prix 1986 Number of laps 70 Last year’s winner Lewis Hamilton Last year's race report Driver quotes (F1.com): Fernando Alonso “On paper, the Hungaroring presents one of the best opportunities for us this year. The short, twisty circuit means we are less reliant on outright power, … Continue reading HUNGARIAN GP PREVIEW
British Grand Prix Preview
Silverstone Circuit Lap record 1:33.401 (Mark Webber 2013) First Grand Prix 1950 Number of laps 52 Last year’s winner Lewis Hamilton Last year's Grand Prix Vlog Driver quotes (F1.com): Jolyon Palmer “I’m really looking forward to racing in front of the home crowd. I love the track and it’s always a special weekend at Silverstone. … Continue reading British Grand Prix Preview
Honda Horror Story?
2015 saw the rekindling of a once formidable alliance between McLaren and Honda. In a time of Mercedes domination McLaren knew that to start winning they needed their own engine and looked for that from Honda. There were high hopes but fast forward two years to 2017 winter testing and the 'kinks' have still not … Continue reading Honda Horror Story?
Bahrain GP Preview
After the season opener two weeks ago we now head to Bahrain for the second race. The Bahrain Grand Prix is the first night race of the season and in the past has seen some spectacular battles, especially between Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg. Stats Number of Laps: 57 Start Time: 16:00 BST Fastest Lap: … Continue reading Bahrain GP Preview
Drivers “saddened” by F1
Can it be true? Are the drivers now realising F1 is on a downturn? Is this really happening? Unfortunately the answer to all three of those questions is yes. With F1 testing comes a time for drivers to be interviewed and asked about how they feel on current topics in F1. From the new qualifying … Continue reading Drivers “saddened” by F1