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Old Jul 21, 2012 | 08:01 AM
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Alonso is a monster.
Old Jul 21, 2012 | 08:22 AM
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Alonso is a monster.
Alonso was fantastic.

I suspect that the McLarens will be very fast tomorrow in the dry but they are starting from further back on the grid. It will be an interesting race for sure.

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Old Jul 21, 2012 | 08:48 AM
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Massa said that all cars are set up for the dry so it's probably going to be an awesome race tomorrow.
Old Jul 21, 2012 | 04:41 PM
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Alonso regarding Lewis' talent

Here Fernando compares Lewis Hamilton and Seb Vettel. Pretty intereting perspective:

'Vettel is not in the same level as Lewis' - YouTube

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Old Jul 22, 2012 | 07:08 AM
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Wtf happened?
Massa, grosjean and senna (or maldonado?) had to change their nose already.
Hamilton is out for the race. Oh no, he said so but took off from the pits again

I love it when it's not nando retiring.
Old Jul 22, 2012 | 07:09 AM
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Woah what an overtake by Raikkonen!
Old Jul 22, 2012 | 07:51 AM
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Can a doubled car lap one still in the race? Hamilton, one lap behind, just overtook vettel... helping Alonso rofl.
Old Jul 24, 2012 | 08:06 AM
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F1 seeks computer rule change on Red Bull
Formula 1 bosses are working to introduce a rule change to outlaw controversial engine settings on the Red Bull.

The issue arose at Sunday's German Grand Prix and was discussed at a meeting of senior officials on Monday.

Red Bull were cleared by race stewards after accusations by governing body the FIA of running illegal engine settings.
continued at: BBC Sport - F1 seeks computer rule change on Red Bull

Ferrari boss Stefano Domenicali promises to protect Felipe Massa from pressure surrounding tough 2012
Ferrari team boss Stefano Domenicali has promised to protect Felipe Massa from any pressure surrounding his tough 2012 season.

The Brazilian has endured a torrid campaign so far, languishing 14th in the standings, 131 points behind his team-mate and the world championship leader Fernando Alonso.
Continued at: Ferrari boss Stefano Domenicali promises to protect Felipe Massa from pressure surrounding tough 2012 - F1 news - AUTOSPORT.com

Note to U.S. fans, the rest of the races will be shown on Speed.
Old Jul 25, 2012 | 12:15 PM
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FIA mapping clarification will mean Red Bull changes
Motor racing's governing body, the FIA, is expected to issue a further directive on engine mapping before the forthcoming Hungarian GP this weekend. It is understood that Red Bull Racing will not be able to run the same map that FIA technical delegate Jo Bauer considered to be outside the regulations in Germany.
continued at: FIA mapping clarification will mean Red Bull changes > F1 News > Grandprix.com

Sergio Perez says he will not push Ferrari for a racing seat
Sergio Perez, SauberSergio Perez insists he will not put pressure on Ferrari to promote him to its Formula 1 team alongside Fernando Alonso.

The Mexican, who is part of Ferrari's young driver academy, has been linked to Felipe Massa's seat on several occasions.
continued at: Sergio Perez says he will not push Ferrari for a racing seat - F1 news - AUTOSPORT.com


Formula One: Alonso looks for 31st win on his 31st birthday in Budapest
FERRARI'S Fernando Alonso could celebrate his 31st birthday by winning his 31st Grand Prix on Sunday at the Hungaroring circuit where he chalked up his Formula One victory nine years ago.
continued at: Formula One: Alonso looks for 31st win on his 31st birthday in Budapest - Other Sports, Sport - Independent.ie
Old Jul 25, 2012 | 10:09 PM
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continued at: FIA mapping clarification will mean Red Bull changes > F1 News > Grandprix.com
What is it that they do that's against the rules? Is it the exhaust thing for more downforce? I thought they straightened that out last season. I also heard the announcers mention something about running on 4 cylinders in the corners for better fuel consumption.
Old Jul 25, 2012 | 11:22 PM
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Basically, the rules require the engine to make max torque. Red Bull had the engines mapped to make less than that at partial throttle. The other teams argued that that is effectively a traction control. Less torque to make the tires spin.
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In essence they were using engine management to reduce wheel spin out of corners, giving them one of the advantages we have wondered about over time.

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Old Jul 26, 2012 | 12:45 PM
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How long before we see drivers placing their hand in front of the air scoop, go-kart style?
Old Jul 27, 2012 | 07:25 AM
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Massa is 0.68" faster than Alonso in FP2
Old Jul 27, 2012 | 08:15 AM
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Massa is 0.68" faster than Alonso in FP2
All I can say is wow. Where did he pull that out of.
It seems Ferrari drivers, after being with the team for a couple of years, lack motivation. Alonso & Schumacher are the exception.
Old Jul 27, 2012 | 08:46 AM
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Here's why he's motivated,

Ferrari lets 2013 Massa contract 'option' expire
Ferrari has allowed a contract 'option' on Felipe Massa's services for the 2013 season to expire, according to Italy's Autosprint magazine.

Amid the Brazilian's early struggles in 2012, it appeared a certainty that the Italian team was on the market for a new teammate for Fernando Alonso.
continued at: http://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/fe...option-expire/
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Practice is not terribly meaningful. It's more likely Alonso wasn't really trying than Massa was blazing fast.
Old Jul 28, 2012 | 04:24 AM
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Valtteri bottas looks promising.
Old Jul 28, 2012 | 07:32 AM
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Button is struggling in comparison to Ham once again.

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Old Jul 28, 2012 | 07:41 AM
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I'm watching Qualifying at the moment. We're still in Q2.

Alonso 'calmer' than 'aggressive' Schumacher - Hamashima
When asked to compare Fernando Alonso with Michael Schumacher, Hirohide Hamashima insisted the great pair of drivers are "so very similar".

The Japanese, previously Bridgestone's technical chief and now working with Ferrari on "tyre issues", is uniquely placed, having worked closely with both Schumacher and, now, Spaniard Alonso.
continued at: http://www.motorsport.com/all/news/a...her-hamashima/
Old Jul 28, 2012 | 07:49 AM
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Both Mercedes are out of Q2 and Rosberg looked a bit pissed as he got out of his car while Scumi is relaxed starting unfortunately in 17th.

Massa beat Alonso so far. Senna is through to Q3 and Webber is out.

Hamilton is blazing fast so far, .5 secs quicker than Vettel.

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Old Jul 28, 2012 | 07:51 AM
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I'm looking to see where Massa ends up at the end of this session.
Old Jul 28, 2012 | 08:03 AM
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Strong from Massa. Unreal for Hamilton, finally achieving another pole position .4 ahead of Grosjean.

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Old Jul 28, 2012 | 08:23 AM
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Strong from Massa.
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Funny how motivated you get if your about to loose your job, a 15-20 million paycheck and be relegated to a 2nd tier team.
Old Jul 28, 2012 | 12:16 PM
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Couldn't agree more. Ferrari won't extend his contract. There are too many better drivers with no name out there that could do more for less money.

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