It's possible that the government might step in (like all the others), but I doubt it.
Too busy spending their money on other crap we don't need!
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Too busy spending their money on other crap we don't need!
To be honest I'd rather our government stay out of it. It's a rich sport that has been used by many governments to show off wealth and it's driven the hosting cost through the roof. Blue ribbon tracks like Silverstone who are self sufficient more or less are now lost off the calendar due to promoters greed.
I'm glad Silverstone have pulled out in a way because it takes even more heritage out of the sport. F1 is rapidly distancing itself from its history in chase of the money and in the future I think it'll realise what it's lost.
I see there is another F1 display in London tonight, with the talk inevitably turning to a possible street race there.
Not sure that would work for me.
Not sure that would work for me.
Not me. If we had to have a street race I'd sooner see it in Birmingham, the centre of the country that is easy for the majority to get to.
I think the lack of a British GP and no terestrial coverage would be the nail in the coffin for me.
Although this season has started a little better, there's still very little genuine on-track racing, and more often than not I get to the end of the show questioning why I bothered, knowing perfectly well though I'll watch the next one!
I won't be subscribing to Sky though, so if I can't get some of the racing outside that I'll be hanging up my F1 hat and remembering my glory days of Senna v Prost
Although this season has started a little better, there's still very little genuine on-track racing, and more often than not I get to the end of the show questioning why I bothered, knowing perfectly well though I'll watch the next one!
I won't be subscribing to Sky though, so if I can't get some of the racing outside that I'll be hanging up my F1 hat and remembering my glory days of Senna v Prost
I reckon Liberty Media will get a new deal with Silverstone going before 2019
I bloody well hope so! Of course as they are new, we don't really know what their thought process will be.
Could London realistically have an F1 race around Piccadilly/Trafalgar Square?
I know they just did a show this week, but...
Where would the starting point be? Where would one be able to overtake, etc.? They do it in Monaco, but, they also spend a lot more, and generate a lot more money there.
I do hope they renew Silverstone, or offer an alternative to keep a UK circuit in F1.
I know they just did a show this week, but...
Where would the starting point be? Where would one be able to overtake, etc.? They do it in Monaco, but, they also spend a lot more, and generate a lot more money there.
I do hope they renew Silverstone, or offer an alternative to keep a UK circuit in F1.
A Mercedes 1-2 is just what we need on Sunday.
Looks like the Mercs should have the edge.
But practice is one thing. Qualifying/racing is another.
Second Practice
Silverstone, 14 July 2017
Driver Fastest Lap
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Bottas 1:28.496
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Hamilton 1:28.543
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Raikkonen 1:28.828
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Vettel 1:28.956
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Verstappen 1:29.098
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Ricciardo 1:29.586
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Hulkenberg 1:29.936
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Massa 1:30.006
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Alonso 1:30.238
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Ocon 1:30.383
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Sainz Jnr 1:30.555
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Kvyat 1:30.562
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Perez 1:30.624
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Grosjean 1:30.661
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Stroll 1:30.695
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Vandoorne 1:30.782
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Magnussen 1:30.835
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Palmer 1:30.879
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Ericsson 1:31.616
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Wehrlein 1:31.929
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First Practice
Silverstone, 14 July 2017
Driver Fastest Lap
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Bottas 1:29.106
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Hamilton 1:29.184
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Verstappen 1:29.604
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Ricciardo 1:29.942
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Raikkonen 1:30.137
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Vettel 1:30.517
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Kvyat 1:30.895
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Alonso 1:30.993
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Massa 1:30.999
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Vandoorne 1:31.041
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Sainz Jnr 1:31.200
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Ocon 1:31.210
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Perez 1:31.297
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Grosjean 1:31.610
15
Stroll 1:31.684
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Giovinazzi 1:32.031
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Hulkenberg 1:32.171
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Palmer 1:32.450
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Wehrlein 1:33.029
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Ericsson 1:33.399
Last updated 14 July 2017 at 10:36
Looks like the Mercs should have the edge.
But practice is one thing. Qualifying/racing is another.
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First Practice
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...if Lewis takes a powder when Bottas wins the title, he might just up and leave. Empty seat, Fernando?
You guys know I'm no fan of Lewis, and don't read anything into this other than what I say: It is really cool to see Bottas coming alive this year. I'm quite pleased that it's not simply a two-man show; I have to eat my words and admit Bottas is a much better driver than I anticipated. Plus, you can feel the hunger he has to win that Raikonnen and Button lost.
And seeing the honey badger on the podium so much is always awesome to watch. I love seeing him do well, esp. in a car that's down on power as it is.
Not a chance.
If Lewis doesn't win it will be Vettel who does. This is a two horse race.
Statistically, that's incorrect. Bottas is 15pts behind Hamilton, who can't even manage to get by a Red Bull. What changed my mind about Bottas was seeing him hunt from the back these last two races; he doesn't settle for less...that finish line pass on Stroll was amazing.
Actually, statistically, it's too early to tell. But we're not going to argue about it. I'm just enjoying the show.
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Agree there are plenty of points left up for grabs. But whatever happens you can bet Vettel will get a good chunk of them.
Yes, if Lewis for some reason leaves Mercedes, then I would see them snapping up Fernando. But not while Lewis is still there - and doubly so if Lewis wins the WDC this year.
Nor am I.
I like Bottas but he seems to do well when Lewie is distracted or penalized. I hope you'er correct but I don't see it.
Well, it's not going to be an easy fight. Neither Lewis nor Sebastien are easy marks; but he can certainly handle the pressure from both. It's just cool to see driver regarded as less experience or less talented do so well. And he's setting up well so far this weekend...well, penalty excepted.
For some reason, I don't feel as if Lewis is 100% focused. Yes, he's had a few issues the last two races, time for him to get back to it.
However, if Bottas keeps this up, it will be a three horse race - Lewis, Vettel and Bottas. Anyway, up next, Silverstone...!
However, if Bottas keeps this up, it will be a three horse race - Lewis, Vettel and Bottas. Anyway, up next, Silverstone...!
30 spot grid penalty?lol
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it's GB. i can't see lewis not winning this race.
that said, if bottas wins(fingers crossed) and lewis, through some miracle(fingering my rosary madly as we speak) doesn't score any points... he'll be 10 points behind bottas... he he he he he.. aahhhh... he he he he...
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it's GB. i can't see lewis not winning this race.
that said, if bottas wins(fingers crossed) and lewis, through some miracle(fingering my rosary madly as we speak) doesn't score any points... he'll be 10 points behind bottas... he he he he he.. aahhhh... he he he he...
It does seem that way. Being the only driver who skips out on an event in his home country is really strange. All the while he's partying in Mykonos and making sure the entire world knows about it.
Toto Wolff showing up at Vettels birthday party.. things are definitely afoot at Mercedes!
...seriously, and all those fans that CAN'T make it to Silverstone, and Lewis is off in Greece. Ugh!?!
Bottas for me has done well in certain scenarios but is yet to convince me he is as good as Rosberg. Hamilton hasn't been on the ball of late and needs to wake up and give us a decent fight for the sake of keeping F1 interesting.
I'm not like many of you wishing for misfortune on drivers as I like them all. I want to see a fierce title from guy this year. It feels like we've had pretty much 8 years of foregone conclusions mixed up occasionally by unreliability. Let's have another 2007 please!!
I'm not like many of you wishing for misfortune on drivers as I like them all. I want to see a fierce title from guy this year. It feels like we've had pretty much 8 years of foregone conclusions mixed up occasionally by unreliability. Let's have another 2007 please!!
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