posted Mar 15, 2007

My speculations for Melbourne:

Qualifying will probably go to McLaren and Alonso. The circuit is tight, unlike Bahrain where Ferrari proved dominant in tests, and on one lap performance the McLaren has been very close to the Ferrari throughout winter testing.

Come race day I expect Raikkonen to take the lead after the first stop utilising Ferrari's ability to run long on the Bridgestones without rear tyre degradation. Massa should also figure but as I've said before on this forum I expect Raikkonen to be faster in race conditions.

I think BMW are still stuggling with the reliability of their seamless-shift gearbox and their testing has been seriously curtailed. As a result any finish will be an accomplishment given their pace, however, they may finish quite high. Renault too should be fast and reliable whilst they may be slightly off the front-running pace in Australia they should improve as the season progresses and contend for wins later in the year.

I don't hold much hope for RBR, Toyota or Honda who have all really struggled and are a long way behind in terms of testing compared the top teams. Time is a crucial commodity in F1 and these three, despite financial security and technological prowess, seemed to have let it slip without producing a race winning car. Williams actually look strong in comparison to these three and should capitalise with points early in the season. Its make or break for the team after a dismall 2005 and I believe that another poor showing would consign them to the ranks Tyrrell, Lotus and Jordan. However, I hope and feel quite reassured that they will come through and make huge improvements on last year.

The practice session should be interesting and will give the first indications of who is stuggling with the tyres and who is comfortable. It should be very interesting.

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posted Mar 15, 2007

Yee hah! I've been waiting for this race since the end of last season. F1 is a personal passion for this Canadian girl - I love fast cars and watching F1 makes me feel I am going 300 kmh. I tune in before most Canadians get out of bed on Sunday mornings to be thrilled by my favorite sport.

Go go Alonso!

Realistically, every season starts with all drivers and teams with no points as the future is totally unknown and wide open. It will be wonderful to see previous race winners win again but it is absolutely fabulous to see other drivers, new or experienced, make it to the front of the pack.

All the luck in the world to a safe 2007 F1 racing season.

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posted Mar 15, 2007

Raikonnen
Alonso
Massa
Hamilton

Massa to start strong but be caught by Kimi and be forced to rear guard against a charging Alonso. Hamilton to score steadily and be challenging for podiums, maybe wins towards the final 1/3 of the season

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posted Mar 15, 2007

Hi guys!!! This is my bet. Massa, Alonso and Kovaleinen. Pole position for Massa and a great first race for Hamilton. Even if he hasn't been in Melbourne when racing in GP2, he may be in top five.

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posted Mar 15, 2007

Morning all. Yes this season has got all the ingredients to be one of the most exciting and unpredictable for many years I reckon. The first race is always exciting, as you have all that pent up un-used testosterone trying to grab the same 20 odd square feet of tarmac into turn 1. Thats always fun!! Yes, Ferrari and McMerc have set the pace in testing, but how much have the other teams been sandbagging?? I still expect the likes of Honda & BMW to be there or there-abouts on race weekends. My prediction for the race?? At least 1 Ferrari and 1 McMerc will retire, so I will go with an Alonso win, with Massa second, and either Kibica / Button third. There you go!
I am a Pom living in Sydney, so will be down the local Sportsbar watching intently as the race unfolds!! With regard to the overall Championship, I reckon McMerc from Ferrari followed by Renault. Drivers Alonso, Raikkonen followed by Massa. Now watch it all go pear shaped!! Enjoy the season and G'day from sunny Oz.!!

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posted Mar 16, 2007

Nice free practice for jenson button! this guys a joke racer, he should be replaced along with the other "older guys" in F1, look at all the young guns right at the front. Some of you might say they are at the front because they are in a better team, but Why is it that they are in a better team... Because they are better drivers and the best teams only want the best drivers and thats why a big team will never sign Button!!

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posted Mar 16, 2007

""F1 is a personal passion for this Canadian girl - I love fast cars and watching F1 makes me feel I am going 300 kmh. I tune in before most Canadians get out of bed on Sunday mornings to be thrilled by my favorite sport.""

Please accept an English "Welcome" to the Asylum(Lunatic, that is, not political!!!)

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posted Mar 16, 2007

You Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Lucky Sod?

What I'd give just to be the bloke who takes the front right wheel off a Super Aguri @ a pit stop?

So you have a Big Suitcase for Malaysia?

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posted Mar 16, 2007

I'm hoping that McLaren can win back the championship this year but I'm also hoping that the Brits come good as well.

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posted Apr 10, 2007

Do canadians also have ITV, J VILLNEUVE LEFT BMW SO WHY DO YOY STILL WATCH, fool

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