tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29287438780756686772024-03-13T17:05:05.200+00:00Formula 1 Results PredictorAttempting To Predict The Results Of Every Race Of The 2011 Formula 1 SeasonUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger254125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-45874504792350817422011-11-25T00:46:00.000+00:002011-11-25T00:46:08.865+00:002011 Predictions - Round 19, BrazilSo, the season finale is upon us already! 18 races completed, one cancelled and just the popular Interlagos circuit remaining.<br />
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After a record breaking season on track, we simply need now to find out who is the best F1 Predictor!<br />
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Over the season, our two top predictors (each with a score of five correct) are Gary Marshall of <a href="http://marshallgp.com">MarshallGP.com</a>, and Chris from <a href="http://www.twitter.com/f1cartoonz">F1 Cartoonz</a>.<br />
Therefore, it has been decided that Brazil should be the Grand Final, to find an outright winner!<br />
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To make it a bit different for the final, we asked Gary and Chris to also pick the seven slowest and three fastest drivers from qualifying!<br />
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Gary's Predictions - Round 19, Brazil<br />
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Qualifying 1<br />
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18. Pastor Maldonado - Williams<br />
19. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus<br />
20. Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus<br />
21. Timo Glock - Virgin<br />
22. Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin<br />
23. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania<br />
24. Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania<br />
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Qualifying 3<br />
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1. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing<br />
2. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren<br />
3. Jenson Button - McLaren<br />
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Race<br />
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1. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing<br />
2. Jenson Button - McLaren<br />
3. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren<br />
4. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari<br />
5. Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing<br />
6. Nico Rosberg - Mercedes<br />
7. Felipe Massa - Ferrari<br />
8. Michael Schumacher - Mercedes<br />
9. Adrian Sutil - Force India<br />
10. Jaime Alguersuari - Toro Rosso<br />
11. Paul di Resta - Force India<br />
12. Sebastien Buemi - Toro Rosso<br />
13. Vitaly Petrov - Renault<br />
14. Rubens Barrichello - Williams<br />
15. Bruno Senna - Renault<br />
16. Sergio Perez - Sauber<br />
17. Pastor Maldonado - Williams<br />
18. Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber<br />
19. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus<br />
20. Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus<br />
21. Timo Glock - Virgin<br />
22. Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin<br />
23. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania<br />
24. Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania<br />
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Chris' Predictions - Round 19, Brazil<br />
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Q1<br />
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18. Bruno Senna - Renault<br />
19. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus<br />
20. Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus<br />
21. Timo Glock - Virgin<br />
22. Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania<br />
23. Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin<br />
24. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania<br />
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Q3<br />
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1. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing<br />
2. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren<br />
3. Jenson Button - McLaren<br />
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Race<br />
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1. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing<br />
2. Jenson Button - McLaren<br />
3. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari<br />
4. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren<br />
5. Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing<br />
6. Felipe Massa - Ferrari<br />
7. Nico Rosberg - Mercedes<br />
8. Michael Schumacher - Mercedes<br />
9. Paul di Resta - Force India<br />
10. Sergio Perez - Sauber<br />
11. Adrian Sutil - Force India<br />
12. Sebastien Buemi - Toro Rosso<br />
13. Rubens Barrichello - Williams<br />
14. Jaime Alguersuari - Toro Rosso<br />
15. Vitaly Petrov - Renault<br />
16. Bruno Senna - Renault<br />
17. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus<br />
18. Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus<br />
19. Timo Glock - Virgin<br />
20. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania<br />
21. Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania<br />
22. Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin<br />
23. Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber<br />
24. Pastor Maldonado - Williams<br />
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Formula 1 Results Predictor Predictions - Round 19, Brazil<br />
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Q1<br />
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18. Vitaly Petrov - Renault<br />
19. Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus<br />
20. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus<br />
21. Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin<br />
22. Timo Glock - Virgin<br />
23. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania<br />
24. Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania<br />
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Q3<br />
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1. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing<br />
2. Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing<br />
3. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren<br />
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Race<br />
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1. Sebastian Vettel - Reed Bull Racing<br />
2. Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing<br />
3. Jenson Button - McLaren<br />
4. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren<br />
5. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari<br />
6. Nico Rosberg - Mercedes<br />
7. Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber<br />
8. Michael Schumacher - Mercedes<br />
9. Felipe Massa - Ferrari<br />
10. Sebastien Buemi - Toro Rosso<br />
11. Jaime Alguersuari - Toro Rosso<br />
12. Vitaly Petrov - Renault<br />
13. Adrian Sutil - Force India<br />
14. Rubens Barrichello - Williams<br />
15. Sergio Perez - Sauber<br />
16. Paul di Resta - Force India<br />
17. Pastor Maldonado - Williams<br />
18. Bruno Senna - Renault<br />
19. Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus<br />
20. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus<br />
21. Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania<br />
22. Timo Glock - Virgin<br />
23. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania<br />
24. Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin<br />
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So, the predictions have been made!<br />
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Let us know what you think of our predictions - or make your own - by commenting below!<br />
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Follow the Predictors on Twitter (Gary) <a href="www.twitter.com/marshallgp">@MarshallGP</a> and (Chris) <a href="www.twitter.com/f1cartoonz">@F1Cartoonz</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-23587794854740117992011-11-11T00:09:00.000+00:002011-11-11T00:09:22.876+00:002011 Predictions - Round 18, Abu DhabiIn 2010, this Grand Prix saw a new driver crowned World Champion. Will this year's race be as exciting, now that the Championship has already been decided? We can certainly hope so!<br />
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There is certainly a great deal to fight for, as the difference between one place and the next in the Constructors Championship usually equates to tens of millions of dollars!<br />
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2011 Predictions - Round 18, Abu Dhabi<br />
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1. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing<br />
2. Jenson Button - McLaren<br />
3. Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing<br />
4. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren<br />
5. Nico Rosberg - Mercedes<br />
6. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari<br />
7. Vitaly Petrov - Renault<br />
8. Felipe Massa - Ferrari<br />
9. Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber<br />
10. Jaime Alguersuari - Toro Rosso<br />
11. Rubens Barrichello - Williams<br />
12. Sebastien Buemi - Toro Rosso<br />
13. Sergio Perez - Sauber<br />
14. Michael Schumacher - Mercedes<br />
15. Adrian Sutil - Force India<br />
16. Paul di Resta - Force India<br />
17. Bruno Senna - Renault<br />
18. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus<br />
19. Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus<br />
20. Pastor Maldonado - Williams<br />
21. Timo Glock - Virgin<br />
22. Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania<br />
23. Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin<br />
24. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania<br />
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The Formula 1 Results Predictor is expecting further strong performances from this seasons top two drivers, Sebastian Vettel (Red Bull) and Jenson Button (McLaren).<br />
However, it is expecting Force India and Williams to struggle this weekend.<br />
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Let us know your predictions by commenting below.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-67100429836720949122011-11-10T23:54:00.000+00:002011-11-10T23:54:51.427+00:00Indian Grand Prix - 30 October 2011Formula 1's first ever visit to India provided some entertaining racing, however, Sebastian Vettel managed to leave the field trailing from the very beginning.<br />
Despite comfortably winning both the Drivers and Constructors Championships, Vettel and his Red Bull team are not letting up, and are now pushing to beat all the current records!<br />
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Results:<br />
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1. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing<br />
2. Jenson Button - McLaren<br />
3. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari<br />
4. Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing<br />
5. Michael Schumacher - Mercedes<br />
6. Nico Rosberg - Mercedes<br />
7. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren<br />
8. Jaime Alguersuari - Toro Rosso<br />
9. Adrian Sutil - Toro Rosso<br />
10. Sergio Perez - Sauber<br />
11. Vitaly Petrov - Renault<br />
12. Bruno Senna - Renault<br />
13. Paul Di Resta - Force India<br />
14. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus<br />
15. Rubens Barrichello - Williams<br />
16. Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin<br />
17. Narain Karthikeyan - Hispania<br />
18. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania<br />
19. Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus<br />
DNF Felipe Massa - Ferrari<br />
DNF Sebastian Buemi - Toro Rosso<br />
DNF Pastor Maldonado - Williams<br />
DNF Timo Glock - Virgin<br />
DNF Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber<br />
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The Formula 1 Results Predictor only correctly predicted Jarno Trulli's (Team Lotus) 19th place.<br />
Not a great result, and certainly something we will be hoping to improve next time!<br />
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The Drivers of the Weekend, based on the F1RP Predictions, were Adrian Sutil (Force India) and Narain Karthikeyan (Hispania).Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-53873256566447095192011-10-27T00:50:00.000+01:002011-10-27T00:50:50.596+01:002011 Predictions - Round 17, IndiaWe hope to have our ongoing system issues resolved prior to the next Grand Prix!<br />
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In the meantime, please see below our predictions for the first ever Indian Grand Prix, which will see HRT's Narain Karthikeyan regain his first team drive.<br />
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Team Lotus' Indian driver Karun Chandhok, however, will only participate in Friday Practice.<br />
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India Predictions<br />
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1. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari<br />
2. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren<br />
3. Felipe Massa - Ferrari<br />
4. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing<br />
5. Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing<br />
6. Michael Schumacher - Mercedes<br />
7. Jenson Button - McLaren<br />
8. Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber<br />
9. Vitaly Petrov - Renault<br />
10. Nico Rosberg - Mercedes<br />
11. Rubens Barrichello - Williams<br />
12. Sebastien Buemi - Toro Rosso<br />
13. Sergio Perez - Sauber<br />
14. Jaime Alguersuari - Toro Rosso<br />
15. Paul di Resta - Force India<br />
16. Adrian Sutil - Force India<br />
17. Bruno Senna - Renault<br />
18. Pastor Maldonado - Williams<br />
19. Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus<br />
20. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus<br />
21. Timo Glock - Virgin<br />
22. Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin<br />
23. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania<br />
24. Narain Karthikeyan - Hispania<br />
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The F1RP is still expecting Red Bull to face tough competition in the remaining races. Also, Force India may not be too impressed with these predictions!<br />
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Make your own predictions for the race by commenting below.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-17361408965958891232011-10-27T00:39:00.000+01:002011-10-27T00:39:13.764+01:00Korean Grand Prix - 16 October 2011Apologies again for ongoing system issues limiting the information which can be provided in these posts.<br />
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Despite having already seen this year's World Champion crowned, there was no reduction in the competitivness on track!<br />
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Results (To Be Updated)<br />
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1. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing<br />
2. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren<br />
3. Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing<br />
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The Formula 1 Results Predictor correctly predicted the 2nd place finish of Lewis Hamilton (McLaren).<br />
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Read more about the race at www.formula1.comUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-51752239699317766042011-10-27T00:33:00.000+01:002011-10-27T00:33:18.880+01:00CondolencesF1 Predict would like to extend sincere sympathy to the family of Indy Car driver #77 Dan 'Lionheart' Wheldon, and to MotoGP rider #58 Marco 'Super Sic' Simoncelli, who both tragically lost their lives recently.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-3799890046865878952011-10-13T23:53:00.001+01:002011-10-13T23:53:51.472+01:002011 Predictions, Round 16 - Korea<p>Apologies once again for another update briefer than we would like!</p> <p>This weekend will see the second ever Korean Grand Prix. A race which last year, neither Red Bull managed to finish! How will that affect the Formula 1 Results Predictors estimations?</p> <p>- - -</p> <p>Korea Predictions:</p> <p>1. F Alonso - Ferrari<br> 2. L Hamilton - McLaren<br> 3. F Massa - Ferrari<br> 4. S Vettel - Red Bull Racing<br> 5. M Schumacher - Mercedes<br> 6. M Webber - Red Bull Racing<br> 7. J Button - McLaren<br> 8. K Kobayashi - Sauber<br> 9. V Petrov - Renault<br> 10. N Rosberg - Mercedes<br> 11. R Barrichello - Williams<br> 12. S Buemi - Toro Rosso<br> 13. S Perez - Sauber<br> 14. J Alguersuari - Toro Rosso<br> 15. P di Resta - Force India<br> 16. A Sutil - Force India<br> 17. B Senna - Renault<br> 18. V Liuzzi - Hispania<br> 19. P Maldonado - Williams<br> 20. J Trulli - Team Lotus<br> 21. H Kovalainen - Team Lotus<br> 22. T Glock - Virgin<br> 23. J D'Ambrosio - Virgin<br> 24. D. Ricciardo - Hispania</p> <p>So the F1RP is expecting Red Bull to struggle again this year.</p> <p>What do you think? Comment below!</p> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-12452981000511774002011-10-13T23:22:00.001+01:002011-10-13T23:22:22.117+01:00Japanese Grand Prix - 09 October 2011<p>Apologies in advance for the brief nature of this update. Due to IT issues we are currently without full access to the internet.<br> Once normal service resumes, this post will be updated with the usual information.<br> Greg</p> <p>The Japanese Grand Prix did indeed see Sebastian Vettel crowned World Champion.<br> However, a first corner incident in which he appeared to force Jenson Button off the circuit, may have dampened some of the celebrations.</p> <p>Results (To Be Updated)</p> <p>1. Jenson Button - McLaren<br> 2. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari<br> 3. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing</p> <p>Our Guest Predictor this week was Krit from <a href="http://www.litetalf1.com">www.litetalf1.com</a> who correctly predicted the finishing position for 11th placed Adrian Sutil (Force India).</p> <p>The Formula 1 Results Predictor successfully predicted 9th place for Vitaly Petrov (Renault) and 10th placed Nico Rosberg (Mercedes).</p> <p>Read more about the race at <a href="http://www.formula1.com">www.formula1.com</a>, and follow @LiteralF1 on Twitter.</p> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-29457600961248139892011-10-07T00:44:00.000+01:002011-10-07T00:44:28.073+01:002011 Predictions, Round 15 - JapanThis weekend will see what will surely be a very emotional Grand Prix at Suzuka, Japan.<br />
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The track is a favourite for most drivers, and will be the first time Formula 1 has returned to Japan since the tragic earthquakes shook the Country earlier in the year.<br />
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This race will also likely see Sebastian Vettel deservedly crowned World Champion. The dominant German requires just one point from the race to make it back-to-back World Driver's Championship titles.<br />
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To see how the Formula 1 Results Predictor performed Singapore two weeks ago, click <a href="http://f1predict.blogspot.com/2011/09/singapore-grand-prix-25-september-2011.html">here</a>.<br />
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Our Guest Predictor for this weekend is Krit from Literal F1.<br />
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Literal F1 is a well written Formula 1 blog by a Medical student. It focuses on items and stories away from those much of the mainstream media seem to concentrate on.<br />
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Visit their website <a href="http://literalf1.com/">www.literalf1.com</a>, and follow them on Twitter <a href="http://www.twitter.com/literalf1">@LiteralF1</a><br />
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Guest Predictions, Round 15 - Japan<br />
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1. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing (Plus Pole Position)<br />
2. Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing<br />
3. Jenson Button - McLaren<br />
4. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren<br />
5. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari<br />
6. Felipe Massa - Ferrari<br />
7. Michael Schumacher - Mercedes<br />
8. Nico Rosberg - Mercedes<br />
9. Paul di Resta - Force India<br />
10. Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber<br />
11. Adrian Sutil - Force India<br />
12. Sergio Perez - Sauber<br />
13. Jaime Alguersuari - Toro Rosso<br />
14. Vitaly Petrov - Renault<br />
15. Rubens Barrichello - Williams<br />
16. Pastor Maldonado - Williams<br />
17. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus<br />
18. Timo Glock - Virgin<br />
19. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania<br />
20. Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania<br />
21. (DNF - Mechanical) Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus<br />
22. (DNF - Accident) Bruno Senna - Renault<br />
23. (DNF - Mechanical) Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin<br />
24. (DNF - Mechanical / Accident) Sebastien Buemi - Toro Rosso<br />
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"Suzuka is one of my favourite circuits. It’s a true test of both the technical prowess of the car and the racing ability of the driver. We’ve had races like 2005 where Kimi Raikkonen ripped through the field to take the victory on the last lap, Senna-Prost duels of ‘88, ‘89 and ‘90 and emotions like Ferrari and Michael Schumacher’s romantic ascendence to world champions in 2000.<br />
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Sebastian Vettel has been simply outstanding at Suzuka. For the last two years, he’s taken pole position, lead from the front and then taken the chequered flag. Red Bull’s previous iterations of the dominant RB7 were good enough to flex their high speed cornering muscles so give them a sufficient advantage. Mark Webber goes well at Suzuka too, as he admitted in his recent BBC blog. He qualified within few thousandths of a second of Vettel last year, with a fractured shoulder that too,<br />
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The McLaren’s are my pick for the being next best. Jenson’s my pick because of his recent form and ability to manage the tyres better on a very demanding tyre track. Ferrari will a race by themselves, where they are faster than Mercedes and others but not as fast as Red Bull or McLaren. Force India will be the best of the midfield and Kobayashi scoring a point will make the day.<br />
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I’ve predicted quite a few DNF’s and that’s my hunch going by the high attrition rate and demand Suzuka puts on the car."</i><br />
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This prediction will obviously see Vettel celebrating the World Championship this weekend.<br />
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F1RP Prediction, Round 15 - Japan<br />
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1. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing<br />
2. Jenson Button - McLaren<br />
3. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren<br />
4. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari<br />
5. Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing<br />
6. Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber<br />
7. Michael Schumacher - Mercedes<br />
8. Felipe Massa - Ferrari<br />
9. Vitaly Petrov - Renault<br />
10. Nico Rosberg - Mercedes<br />
11. Sergio Perez - Sauber<br />
12. Sebastien Buemi - Toro Rosso<br />
13. Rubens Barrichello - Williams<br />
14. Jaime Alguersuari - Toro Rosso<br />
15. Paul di Resta - Force India<br />
16. Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus<br />
17. Adrian Sutil - Force India<br />
18. Bruno Senna - Renault<br />
19. Pastor Maldonado - Williams<br />
20. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus<br />
21. Timo Glock - Virgin<br />
22. Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania<br />
23. Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin<br />
24. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania<br />
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The Formula 1 Results Predictor is expecting a strong performance from Kamui Kobayashi at his home Grand Prix.<br />
Team Lotus would also be happy if Jarno Trulli can manage to split the quick Force India cars!<br />
This result would again see Sebastian Vettel crowned Champion, but would also extend Jenson Button's second place cushion over his rivals.<br />
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The two Predictors agree on the positioning of Vettel (1st) and Schumacher (7th).<br />
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Make your own Predictions by commenting below!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-68085722256597734782011-10-05T23:41:00.000+01:002011-10-05T23:41:50.159+01:00Squire's First ReleaseEver wondered what a Formula 1 driver does, when they're not busy racing, testing, or entertaining sponsors?<br />
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Well Toro Rosso driver Jaime Alguersuari has an alter-ego, <i>Squire</i>, a house DJ with a number one selling single (admittedly in his home Country of Spain).<br />
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Check out <i>Jaime Alguersuari Presents Squire - Organic Life</i> below - good video too!<br />
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Buy the album from <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/jaime-alguersuari-presents/id464313041">iTunes</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-62897554809435363732011-09-27T23:57:00.000+01:002011-09-27T23:57:48.307+01:00Singapore Grand Prix - 25 September 2011On Sunday, the spectacular night time race around the streets of Singapore took place. A race which could see the ever dominant Sebastian Vettel take a second World Championship title, if his main competitors struggled to compete.<br />
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It was a very exciting race, with Michael Schumacher almost replicating Mark Webber's backflip attempt at Valencia last year, and Lewis Hamilton coming to blows with his regular sparring partner Felipe Massa, which he was consequently penalised for.<br />
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Sebastian Vettel was in a race of his own again this weekend, untroubled by the excitement going on behind him.<br />
The results mean that only one man can now beat the German in his quest for the Championship crown - McLaren's Jenson Button. However, all Vettel needs is one solitary point to win, and with over 100 still up for grabs, it's fair to say that this seems likely!<br />
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This weekend's Guest Predictor is Tom from <a href="http://www.wtf1.co.uk">WTF1</a>. Can he beat the current Guest record of five correct predictions?<br />
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Provisional Race Results:<br />
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1. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing - Tom's (WTF1) Prediction 2nd - <b>F1RP Prediction 1st</b><br />
2. Jenson Button - McLaren - WTF1 4th - F1RP 3rd<br />
3. Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing - <b>WTF1 3rd</b> - F1RP 4th<br />
4. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari - WTF1 1st - F1RP 2nd<br />
5. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren - WTF1 23rd - <b>F1RP 5th</b><br />
6. Paul di Resta - Force India - WTF1 7th - F1RP 17th<br />
7. Nico Rosberg - Mercedes - WTF1 6th - <b>F1RP 7th</b><br />
8. Adrian Sutil - Force India - WTF1 24th - F1RP 13th<br />
9. Felipe Massa - Ferrari - WTF1 5th - F1RP 6th<br />
10. Sergio Perez - Sauber - WTF1 12th - F1RP 14th<br />
11. Pastor Maldonado - Williams - WTF1 14th - F1RP 16th<br />
12. Sebastien Buemi - Toro Rosso - WTF1 9th - F1RP 11th<br />
13. Rubens Barrichello - Williams - WTF1 15th - F1RP 8th<br />
14. Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber - WTF1 22nd - F1RP 10th<br />
15. Bruno Senna - Renault - WTF1 8th - F1RP 18th<br />
16. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus - <b>WTF1 16th</b> - F1RP 20th<br />
17. Vitaly Petrov - Renault - WTF1 10th - F1RP 9th<br />
18. Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin - WTF1 19th - F1RP 22nd<br />
19. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania - WTF1 21st - F1RP 24th<br />
20. Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania - <b>WTF1 20th</b> - F1RP 23rd<br />
21. Jaime Alguersuari - Toro Rosso - WTF1 13th - F1RP 12th<br />
DNF Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus - WTF1 17th - F1RP 21st<br />
DNF Michael Schumacher - Mercedes - WTF1 11th - F1RP 15th<br />
DNF Timo Glock - Virgin - WTF1 18th - F1RP 19th<br />
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Many thanks to Tom for being this week's Guest Predictor.<br />
By my calculations, that's honours even with three correct predictions each. Not a bad result at all!<br />
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The much sought after 'Top Driver' of the weekend accolade, based on our predictions, is Adrian Sutil.<br />
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For more information on the race, visit <a href="http://www.formula1.com/news/headlines/2011/9/12574.html">www.formula1.com</a><br />
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Visit the <a href="http://www.wtf1.co.uk">WTF1</a> website, and follow them on Twitter <a href="http://www.twitter.com/wtf1_co_uk">@wtf1_co_uk</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-54884031451650614292011-09-23T00:55:00.000+01:002011-09-23T00:55:25.732+01:002011 Predictions - Round 14, SingaporeTwo weeks on from the popular Italian Grand Prix of Monza, this weekend Formula 1 visits Singapore for the season's only night race.<br />
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Notably, this weekend could see Sebastian Vettel become the first person since Fernando Alonso to secure back-to-back Driver's World Championships!<br />
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To find out how the Formula 1 Results Predictor did at Monza, click <a href="http://f1predict.blogspot.com/2011/09/italian-grand-prix-11-september-2011.html">here</a>.<br />
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For this possibly title-deciding race, our Guest Predictor is Tom from WTF1.<br />
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WTF1 is a website which looks at the lighter side of Formula 1. As they put it themselves <i>"ignoring all the important news and giving you F1 fun, fails and photoshops"</i><br />
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Visit the website <a href="http://www.wtf1.co.uk">www.wtf1.co.uk</a> and follow them on Twitter <a href="http://www.twitter.com/wtf1_co_uk">@wtf1_co_uk</a><br />
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Guest Predictions - Round 14, Singapore<br />
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1. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari<br />
2. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing<br />
3. Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing<br />
4. Jenson Button - McLaren<br />
5. Felipe Massa - Ferrari<br />
6. Nico Rosberg - Mercedes<br />
7. Paul Di Resta - Force India<br />
8. Bruno Senna - Renault<br />
9. Sebastien Buemi - Toro Rosso<br />
10. Vitaly Petrov - Renault<br />
11. Michael Schumacher - Mercedes<br />
12. Sergio Perez - Sauber<br />
13. Jaime Alguersuari - Toro Rosso<br />
14. Pastor Maldonado - Williams<br />
15. Rubens Barrichello - Williams<br />
16. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus<br />
17. Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus<br />
18. Timo Glock - Virgin<br />
19. Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin<br />
20. Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania<br />
21. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania<br />
22. Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber<br />
23. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren<br />
23. Adrian Sutil - Force India<br />
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Tom has suggested another win for Fernando Alonso. The Spaniard won here last year, and also previously won here in an uncompetitive Renault (albeit controversially). He is expecting strong performances from Bruno Senna and Paul di Resta, although is also predicting a possible retirement for Hamilton, a result which would almost certainly see the Brit eliminated from the Championship battle.<br />
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F1RP Prediction - Round 14, Singapore<br />
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1. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing<br />
2. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari<br />
3. Jenson Button - McLaren<br />
4. Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing<br />
5. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren<br />
6. Felipe Massa - Ferrari<br />
7. Nico Rosberg - Mercedes<br />
8. Rubens Barrichello - Williams<br />
9. Vitaly Petrov - Renault<br />
10. Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber<br />
11. Sebastien Buemi - Toro Rosso<br />
12. Jaime Alguersuari - Toro Rosso<br />
13. Adrian Sutil - Force India<br />
14. Sergio Perez - Sauber<br />
15. Michael Schumacher - Mercedes<br />
16. Pastor Maldonado - Williams<br />
17. Paul di Resta - Force India<br />
18. Bruno Senna - Renault<br />
19. Timo Glock - Virgin<br />
20. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus<br />
21. Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus<br />
22. Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin<br />
23. Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania<br />
24. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania<br />
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The Formula 1 Results Predictor is expecting Sebastian Vettel's dominance to continue here. However, a podium for Alonso will mean that the Championship will not be decided here.<br />
The F1RP does not share Tom's high expectations of Bruno Senna, suggesting a poor finish here.<br />
A fifth place for Hamilton would likely mean he will be out of the running for the 2011 crown.<br />
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Make your own predictions for the race by commenting below!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-62335610733601416602011-09-14T00:04:00.001+01:002011-09-14T18:14:13.232+01:00Italian Grand Prix - 11 September 2011Sunday saw an interesting race take place at Monza, Italy. The tifosi were out in force, hoping to see their favourite scarlet cars battling for the lead over the fast circuit.<br />
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The main highlights were the first corner accident, which saw three cars eliminated from the race and the safety car deployed, and the ongoing battles between a very defensive Michael Schumacher and an unusually restrained Lewis Hamilton.<br />
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Sebastian Vettel won the race comfortably, meaning that he can mathematically win a second World Championship crown at the next Grand Prix in Singapore.<br />
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Vettel's team mate Mark Webber crashed out of the Grand Prix, unable to navigate the quick track after losing his front wing tangling Ferrari's Felipe Massa. Incredibly, this was the first time this season that a Red Bull hadn't finished in the top five!<br />
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Our Guest Predictor for this race is aspiring F1 journalist Jack Leslie. He has a tough job if he wants to match the previous Guest Predictor who managed five correct predictions.<br />
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Provisional Race Results:<br />
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1. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing - Jack's (JL) Prediction 4th - F1RP Prediction 2nd<br />
2. Jenson Button - McLaren - JL 1st - F1RP 1st<br />
3. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari - JL 2nd - <b>F1RP 3rd</b><br />
4. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren - JL 3rd - F1RP 10th<br />
5. Michael Schumacher - Mercedes - JL 10th - F1RP 9th<br />
6. Felipe Massa - Ferrari - <b>JL 6th</b> - F1RP 4th<br />
7. Jaime Alguersuari - Toro Rosso - JL 11th - F1RP 12th<br />
8. Paul di Resta - Force India - JL 7th - F1RP 16th<br />
9. Bruno Senna - Renault - JL 22nd - F1RP 17th<br />
10. Sebastien Buemi - Toro Rosso - JL 19th - F1RP 13th<br />
11. Pastor Maldonado - Williams - JL 23rd - F1RP 18th<br />
12. Rubens Barrichello - Williams - JL 14th - F1RP 6th<br />
13. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus - JL 16th - F1RP 19th<br />
14. Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus - JL 21st - JL 22nd<br />
15. Timo Glock - Virgin - JL 17th - F1RP 21st<br />
NC. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania - JL 18th - F1RP 23rd<br />
DNF Sergio Perez - Sauber - JL 15th - F1RP 14th<br />
DNF Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber - JL 12th - F1RP 7th<br />
DNF Adrian Sutil - Force India - JL 9th - F1RP 15th<br />
DNF Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing - JL 5th - F1RP 5th<br />
DNF Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin - JL 20th - F1RP 24th<br />
DNF Vitaly Petrov - Renault - JL 13th - F1RP 11th<br />
DNF Nico Rosberg - Mercedes - JL 8th - F1RP 8th<br />
DNF Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania - JL 24th - <b>F1RP 20th</b><br />
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Many thanks to Jack for being the Guest Predictor this week.<br />
Jack managed two correct predictions, including deciding that Tonio Liuzzi would be the first retirement!<br />
The Formula 1 Results Predictor managed just one solitary correct prediction.<br />
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The joint Top Drivers of the weekend, based on our predictions, were Bruno Senna and Pastor Maldonado.<br />
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For more information on the race, visit <a href="http://www.formula1.com/news/headlines/2011/9/12516.html">www.formula1.com</a><br />
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Visit Jack's website <a href="http://talkfromjackleslief1.blogspot.com/">www.talkfromjackleslief1.blogspot.com</a> and follow him on Twitter @JackLeslieF1Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-51980498227739323132011-09-07T22:46:00.000+01:002011-09-07T22:46:58.827+01:002011 Predictions - Round 13, ItalyTwo weeks since the Formula 1 Championship reached the historic circuit of Spa-Francorchamps, this weekend sees the Italian Grand Prix at the equally popular Monza circuit.<br />
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The Formula 1 Results Predictor was beaten by our Guest Predictor last time. To see how we did, click <a href="http://f1predict.blogspot.com/2011/08/belgian-grand-prix-28-august-2011.html">here</a>.<br />
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For Monza, our Guest Predictor is young aspiring motorsport journalist Jack Leslie, who runs his own Formula 1 blog.<br />
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Visit Jack's blog <a href="http://talkfromjackleslief1.blogspot.com/">www.talkfromjackleslief1.blogspot.com</a>, and follow him on Twitter <a href="http://www.twitter.com/jackleslief1">@JackLeslieF1</a>.<br />
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Guest Predictions, Round 13, Italy<br />
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1. Jenson Button - McLaren<br />
2. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari<br />
3. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren<br />
4. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing<br />
5. Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing<br />
6. Felipe Massa - Ferrari<br />
7. Paul di Resta - Force India<br />
8. Nico Rosberg - Mercedes<br />
9. Adrian Sutil - Force India<br />
10. Michael Schumacher - Mercedes<br />
11. Jaime Alguersari - Toro Rosso<br />
12. Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber<br />
13. Vitaly Petrov - Renault<br />
14. Rubens Barrichello - Williams<br />
15. Sergio Perez - Sauber<br />
16. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus<br />
17. Timo Glock - Virgin<br />
18. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania<br />
19. (RET) Sebastian Buemi - Toro Rosso<br />
20. (RET) Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin<br />
21. (RET) Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus<br />
22. (RET) Bruno Senna - Renault<br />
23. (RET) Pastor Maldonado - Williams<br />
24. (RET) Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania<br />
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Jack believes that the Red Bull drivers may struggle at the fast Monza circuit.<br />
The local fans will surely be pleased if Fernando Alonso acheives the second place suggested for him!<br />
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F1RP Prediction - Round 13, Italy<br />
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1. Jenson Button - McLaren<br />
2. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing<br />
3. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari<br />
4. Felipe Massa - Ferrari<br />
5. Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing<br />
6. Rubens Barrichello - Williams<br />
7. Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber<br />
8. Nico Rosberg - Mercedes<br />
9. Michael Schumacher - Mercedes<br />
10. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren<br />
11. Vitaly Petrov - Renault<br />
12. Jaime Alguersuari - Toro Rosso<br />
13. Sebastien Buemi - Toro Rosso<br />
14. Sergio Perez - Sauber<br />
15. Adrian Sutil - Force India<br />
16. Paul di Resta - Force India<br />
17. Bruno Senna - Renault<br />
18. Pastor Maldonado - Williams<br />
19. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus<br />
20. Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania<br />
21. Timo Glock - Virgin<br />
22. Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus<br />
23. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania<br />
24. Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin<br />
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The Formula 1 Results Predictor also thinks that Ferrari will have a strong weekend. However, it expects Vettel to continue his podium run.<br />
It is expecting another difficult weekend for Lewis Hamilton though.<br />
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Jack and the F1RP agree on the finishing positions of Jenson Button (1st), Mark Webber (5th) and Nico Rosberg (8th).<br />
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Make your own predictions for Monza by commenting below.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-79995361217794816182011-08-30T01:07:00.000+01:002011-08-30T01:07:30.787+01:00Belgian Grand Prix - 28 August 2011Yesterday saw a highly eventful race take place at the historic Spa-Francorchamps circuit in Belgium.<br />
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Unusually for Spa, the race was dry from beginning to end, but this does not mean that the race was any less exciting!<br />
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Several collisions between drivers occured during the Grand Prix, eliminating both Toro Rossos and Championship contender Lewis Hamilton, and lots of overtaking saw several different drivers leading the race.<br />
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The dominant Red Bull's managed another one - two finish, despite safety concerns regarding the wear rate of their tyres.<br />
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Several drivers who qualified lowly managed to improve considerably in the race, with Jenson Button failing to make it out of Q2 on Saturday, and Michael Schumacher - celebrating the 20th anniversary of his first Grand Prix - making up lots of ground from last on the grid after a crash in qualifying.<br />
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Our Guest Predictor for this race actually watched the race from the trackside in Belgium, and made a few famous friends whilst at the Grand Prix.<br />
Chris from <a href="http://f1cartoonz.wordpress.com/about/">F1Cartoonz</a> met BBC F1 Presenter Jake Humphrey at the track, who agreed to take part in a special cartoon!<br />
See the cartoon <a href="http://twitpic.com/6cgedl">here</a>.<br />
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Provisional Race Results:<br />
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1. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing - Chris' (CZ) Prediction 5th - F1RP Prediction 2nd<br />
2. Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing - CZ 4th - F1RP 1st<br />
3. Jenson Button - McLaren - <b>CZ 3rd</b> - F1RP 7th<br />
4. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari - CZ 2nd - F1RP 10th<br />
5. Michael Schumacher - Mercedes - CZ 10th - F1RP 9th<br />
6. Nico Rosberg - Mercedes - <b>CZ 6th</b> - F1RP 5th<br />
7. Adrian Sutil - Force India - CZ 9th - F1RP 14th<br />
8. Felipe Massa - Ferrari - CZ 7th - F1RP 4th<br />
9. Vitaly Petrov - Renault - CZ 8th - F1RP 8th<br />
10. Pastor Maldonado - Williams - CZ 17th - F1RP 20th<br />
11. Paul di Resta - Force India - <b>CZ 11th</b> - F1RP 17th<br />
12. Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber - CZ 15th - F1RP 6th<br />
13. Bruno Senna - Renault - CZ 14th - F1RP 11th<br />
14. Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus - CZ 20th - F1RP 21st<br />
15. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus - CZ 16th - F1RP 18th<br />
16. Rubens Barrichello - Williams - CZ 23rd - <b>F1RP 16th</b><br />
17. Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin - CZ 21st - F1RP 24th<br />
18. Timo Glock - Virgin - CZ 18th - F1RP 19th<br />
19. Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania - CZ 19th - F1RP 22nd<br />
DNF Sergio Perez - Sauber - CZ 24th - F1RP 12th<br />
DNF Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania - CZ 22nd - F1RP 23rd<br />
DNF Lewis Hamilton - McLaren - CZ 1st - F1RP 3rd<br />
DNF Sebastien Buemi - Toro Rosso - CZ 13th - F1RP 13th<br />
DNF Jaime Alguersuari - Toro Rosso - CZ 12th - F1RP 15th<br />
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Thank you to Chris for participating this weekend!<br />
Chris managed a very impressive five correct predictions, and seemed to be closer overall to the correct results than the Formula 1 Results Predictor, which managed just a singular correct prediction.<br />
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There are a couple of weeks now before the next Grand Prix, so the F1RP should have time to carefully consider it's next set of predictions!<br />
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The Top Driver for Spa based on our predictions was the controversial Pastor Maldonando.<br />
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For more information on the race, visit <a href="http://www.formula1.com/news/headlines/2011/8/12461.html">www.formula1.com</a><br />
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Visit F1Cartoonz Twitpic page <a href="http://twitpic.com/photos/F1Cartoonz">here</a>, and follow them on Twitter <a href="http://www.twitter.com/f1cartoonz">@F1Cartoonz</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-78860572520713056812011-08-22T22:07:00.003+01:002011-08-22T22:12:10.985+01:00Heidfeld Dropped<p>Rumours are starting to emerge that Renault's most experienced driver, Nick Heidfeld, is to be replaced by the team's test driver, Bruno Senna, for the remainder of the season.</p><p>The German's recent poor form has led to speculation that his position at the may be under review, with the Group Lotus sponsored Renault team having two respected reserve drivers - Senna, and former Renault F1 driver Romain Grosjean. The latter is currently participating in the 'World Series by Renault' Championship, so is likely to want to continue with this until the end of the season.</p><p>This change does mean that our Predictions for this weekend's Belgian Grand Prix will now need to be updated!</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-59261548159344239282011-08-21T20:28:00.000+01:002011-08-21T20:28:26.799+01:002011 Predictions - Round 12, BelgiumIt has been a long time since the last Grand Prix, but this coming weekend will see the Formula 1 teams and drivers arrive at the historic circuit of Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium.<br />
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The Formula 1 Results Predictor managed two correct predictions last time in Hungary. To see the results, click <a href=" http://f1predict.blogspot.com/2011/08/hungarian-grand-prix-31-july-2011.html2011">here</a>.<br />
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For the Belgian Grand Prix, we are pleased to announce as this weekend's Guest Predictor, Chris from F1Cartoonz.<br />
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F1Cartoonz, as the name suggests, make funny cartoons using Formula 1 drivers, people and events.<br />
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You can view all of F1Cartoonz cartoons on <a href="http://twitpic.com/photos/F1Cartoonz">Twitpic</a>.<br />
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Also, follow them on Twitter <a href="http://www.twitter.com/f1cartoonz">@F1Cartoonz</a><br />
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Guest Predictions - Round 12, Belgium<br />
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1. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren<br />
2. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari<br />
3. Jenson Button - McLaren<br />
4. Mark Webber - Red Bull<br />
5. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull<br />
6. Nico Rosberg - Mercedes<br />
7. Felipe Massa - Ferrari<br />
8. Vitaly Petrov - Renault<br />
9. Adrian Sutil - Force India<br />
10. Michael Schumacher - Mercedes<br />
11. Paul di Resta - Force India<br />
12. Nick Heidfeld - Renault<br />
13. Jaime Alguersuari - Toro Rosso<br />
14. Sebastien Buemi - Toro Rosso<br />
15. Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber<br />
16. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus<br />
17. Pastor Maldonado - Williams<br />
18. Timo Glock - Virgin<br />
19. Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania<br />
20. Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus<br />
21. Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin<br />
22. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania<br />
23. Rubens Barrichello - Williams<br />
24. Sergio Perez - Sauber<br />
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Chris has suggested that Red Bull may continue to struggle in Spa, with McLaren and Ferrari waiting to pounce on any mistakes made by the reigning Champions.<br />
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F1RP Prediction - Round 12, Belgium<br />
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1. Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing<br />
2. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing<br />
3. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren<br />
4. Felipe Massa - Ferrari<br />
5. Nick Heidfeld - Renault<br />
6. Nico Rosberg - Mercedes<br />
7. Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber<br />
8. Jenson Button - McLaren<br />
9. Vitaly Petrov - Renault<br />
10. Michael Schumacher - Mercedes<br />
11. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari<br />
12. Sergio Perez - Sauber<br />
13. Sebastien Buemi - Toro Rosso<br />
14. Adrian Sutil - Force India<br />
15. Jaime Alguersuari - Toro Rosso<br />
16. Rubens Barrichello - Williams<br />
17. Paul di Resta - Force India<br />
18. Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus<br />
19. Timo Glock - Virgin<br />
20. Pastor Maldonado - Williams<br />
21. Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus<br />
22. Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania<br />
23. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania<br />
24. Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin<br />
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Unlike Chris, the Formula 1 Results Predictor thinks the Red Bull team will return to winning ways! The F1RP is expecting strong performances from the Renault team and from Sauber's Kamui Kobayashi.<br />
It is suggested that Jenson Button and Fernando Alonso may struggle though.<br />
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Funnily, both Chris and the F1RP agree on the predicted finishing results for both Mercedes drivers, Nico Rosberg (6th) and Michael Schumacher (10th).<br />
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Feel free to make your own suggestions by commenting below!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-29070158871026032132011-08-15T22:40:00.002+01:002011-08-15T22:46:57.074+01:00Tony Fernandes Linked To Premier LeagueAccording to <a href="http://www.ft.com">the Financial Times</a> Team Lotus boss Tony Fernandes is set to purchase the majority of Bernie Ecclestone's shares in Queens Park Rangers football club.<br />
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Ecclestone bought his shares in 2007 along with (at the time) Renault boss, Flavio Briatore, who has since surrendered most of his stake in the team to Ecclestone.<br />
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Fernandes is expected to purchase 51% of the team, with a further 11% being sold to Steel billionaire Lakshmi Vittal, who already owns 33%.<br />
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QPR were promoted to the Premier League for the 2011-2012 campaign, after winning the Championship the previous season. However, their first match saw them lose 0-4 at home to Bolton Wanderers.<br />
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For more on this story, visit <a href="http://en.espnf1.com/f1/motorsport/story/56556.html">www.en.espnf1.com</a><br />
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So, should Tony Fernandes purchase a stake in Queens Park Rangers?<br />
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Pros:<br />
> Fernandes is a big fan of football, and follows the Premier League closely.<br />
> Purchasing shares from Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone (who apparently is keen to sell his stake in the club quickly) would be a good way to get in the F1 supremo's good books.<br />
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Cons:<br />
> Fernandes is a West Ham United fan, and is not shy to admit it. Although not being direct rivals (it's not like he's looking to purchase Millwall), they are still both London clubs.<br />
> A cynical observer might suggest that if there was much more money to be obtained from the club, Ecclestone would probably stay involved.<br />
> After a poor start to the season (albeit only after one game) QPR sit joint bottom. If they can't find their feet in the league quickly, they may find themselves heading back to the Championship - a league notoriously difficult to get out of!<br />
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Alternatives 1<br />
> Tony Fernandes could look to invest in his favourite club, West Ham. Admittedly the Hammers already have a pair of millionaire owners, but after getting relegated to the Championship last season, they may be looking for an easy way out.<br />
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Alternative 2<br />
> Fernandes runs the green and yellow Team Lotus Formula 1 team from their base on the outskirts of Norwich, Norfolk, UK. If only there was a green and yellow football team in the region, he could keep all of his sporting enterprises in one location.<br />
Oh well, never mind eh?Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-821395925187457102011-08-15T21:45:00.001+01:002011-08-15T21:47:10.374+01:00Jenson To Drive F1 Car Through ManchesterOn bank holiday Monday 29 August 2011, the 2009 World Champion Jenson Button is to drive a McLaren Formula 1 car through the streets of Manchester as part of a Vodafone sponsorship event in the city.<br />
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<i>"Driving an F1 car through Manchester is going to be a unique experience for me"</i> the Briton told the official Formula 1 website. <i>"There's a chance for the public to win some great prizes so I hope Manchester is going to be out in force and are looking forward to the bank holiday as much as I am."</i><br />
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Button is expected to take his car along Deansgate, turning on to John Dalton Street and then into Albert Square. As well as the demonstration, there will be an F1 fan zone, a go-kart track, an F1 simulator and a working pit garage for visitors to enjoy.<br />
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The city of Manchester is currently recovering from the wake of mass rioting which gripped many cities in England, so security at the event is understandably expected to be high.<br />
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For more on this story, visit <a href="http://www.formula1.com/news/headlines/2011/8/12411.html">www.formula1.com</a><br />
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If you wanted to bring Jenson a present to say thank you for making an appearance, but weren't sure what to get him, perhaps this video will help:<br />
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Qualifying tyres feature a super soft compound rubber, which provide exceptional grip, but just for a single flying lap.<br />
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The tyres last featured in the sport 20 years ago, when Pirelli were previously a tyre supplier.<br />
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The Italian company stress that this is only a suggestion. If the teams don't want them, or don't think they will work, then they will not be introduced.<br />
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Qualifying has become less vital this season, due primarily to the introduction of the faster wearing Pirelli tyres. Several drivers so far this year have opted to save a set of tyres, rather than try and improve their qualifying time. As a result, qualifying isn't always as exciting as it could be.<br />
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The introduction of qualifying tyres would meant that drivers would give 100% in every time on the Saturday sessions (as saving a set of tyres would not be an option).<br />
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The disadvantage of qualifying tyres, is that the best car / driver combination may be able to produce an even bigger gap to the field than they would otherwise have with standard tyres.<br />
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Additionally, at a time when Formula 1 is trying to show it's environmentally friendly credentials, the idea of a set of tyres which only last one lap may not go down well with the sport's stakeholders.<br />
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For more on this news story, visit <a href="http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/93716">www.autosport.com</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-65959609509490846542011-08-08T23:18:00.000+01:002011-08-08T23:18:51.789+01:00Ecclestone Concerned By Electric CarsBernie Ecclestone has expressed concerns over the newly published 2014 technical regulations (see separate story <a href="http://f1predict.blogspot.com/2011/07/fia-publish-2014-regulations.html">here</a>)<br />
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It has been proposed that as well as KERS playing a larger role and being available for a longer period per lap, cars would be powered only by an electric motor when in the pitlane.<br />
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Ecclestone, however, believes that this could be dangerous: <i>"people could be killed because they won't hear the cars coming."</i><br />
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This seems a slightly extreme view. Surely no one would cross the pitlane without looking - regardless of how much noise the cars made?<br />
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The full story is at <a href="http://www.planet-f1.com/driver/3213/7084212/-Electric-engines-could-be-deadly-">www.planet-f1.com</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-51864114404457400622011-08-08T21:59:00.000+01:002011-08-08T21:59:11.058+01:00Pirelli To Drop Hard CompoundPirelli have confirmed that they are unlikely to use their hard compound tyre again this season.<br />
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The company make two compounds available for each race, which are usually announced a few weeks in advance of the race.<br />
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Pirelli produce four compounds of dry weather tyre (hard, medium, soft and super soft), but as the medium tyre has proved more durable than originally expected. Pirelli's boss Paul Hembrey confirmed that <i>"the medium is proving sufficiently robust for the aggressive circuits we've still got to come. So don't think we'll be going the hard route."</i><br />
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Some critics have suggested that Italian Pirelli have made this decision to assist Maranello based Ferrari, who's car seems better suited to the softer compounds, something which Pirelli have fervently denied.<br />
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The removal of the hard tyres means that the coloured markings may now be more distinguishable, as the white marked tyres will be dropped, leaving silver, yellow and red.<br />
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For more on this story, visit www.autosport.comUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-57853471811354971772011-08-05T00:05:00.002+01:002011-08-05T00:33:18.450+01:002012 Driver MarketMany involved with Formula 1 refer to the 'silly season' - the time when rumours are flying about daily, linking different drivers with different race seats.<br />
However, this 'season' seems to be most of the year, rather than just a month or two.<br />
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So, F1Predict takes a look at the current driver market as it stands for next season.<br />
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<b>Red Bull Racing</b><br />
> Driver 1 - <b>Sebastian Vettel</b> - recently signed a contract extension. Will be at the team in 2012.<br />
> Driver 2 - <b>Mark Webber</b> - lots of suggestions about where he may be next year. Now looks highly likely to remain at Red Bull.<br />
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<b>McLaren-Mercedes</b><br />
> Driver 1 - <b>Lewis Hamilton</b> - despite suggestions he's looking to move to either a red car or a 'Red' car, looks set to remain at McLaren, certainly for 2012.<br />
> Driver 2 - <b>Jenson Button</b> - a few rumours that he may move to Ferrari, but most likely to stay put for next year.<br />
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<b>Ferrari</b><br />
> Driver 1 - <b>Fernando Alonso</b> - a new contract extension sees him remaining at Ferrari for the long term.<br />
> Driver 2 - <b>Felipe Massa</b> - suggestions that he may be dropped for 2012 seem highly unlikely, as the Italian marque have publicly backed the Brazilian for next year.<br />
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<b>Mercedes</b><br />
> Driver 1 - <b>Nico Rosberg</b> - isn't realistically going to find a more competitive drive for next year, and as a consistent performer, his team would be wrong to try and disinterest him.<br />
> Driver 2 - <b>Michael Schumacher</b> - still hasn't found the success he wanted, but is still improving. Likely to return for a third year with the German team.<br />
> Alternative 1 - <b>Paul di Resta</b> - driving a Mercedes-powered car in his debut season, the Scot has impressed Mercedes so far.<br />
> Alternative 2 - <b>Nico Hulkenberg</b> - Mercedes may want to continue their theme of German drivers. If so, Hulkenberg would be the obvious choice as only currently a third driver.<br />
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Renault</b><br />
> Driver 1 - <b>Robert Kubica</b> - missed all of the 2011 season (so far). If he makes a full recovery he will certainly make it straight back into the team.<br />
> Driver 2 - <b>Vitaly Petrov</b> - his performances have improved race on race. Likely to be retained for next year.<br />
> Alternative 1 - <b>Romain Grosjean</b> - ready for a second chance at the top level. Recently backed by team bosses.<br />
> Alternative 2 - <b>Nick Heidfeld</b> - probably won't be given another chance after a disappointing season, but stranger things have happened!<br />
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<b>Sauber-Ferrari</b><br />
> Driver 1 - <b>Kamui Kobayashi</b> - confirmed for 2012 after a good couple of seasons.<br />
> Driver 2 - <b>Sergio Perez</b> - confirmed for 2012 after a strong debut season.<br />
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<b>Force India-Mercedes</b><br />
> Driver 1 - <b>Adrian Sutil</b> - has been with the team since they began. Should continue provided his court case doesn't come to anything.<br />
> Driver 2 - <b>Paul di Resta</b> - making a good argument for 'best rookie', should be retained.<br />
> Alternative 1 - <b>Nico Hulkenberg</b> - if either driver leaves, or the team fancy a change, the Hulk will be available. They may lose him to another sport if he doesn't get a drive in 2012 though.<br />
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<b>Scuderia Toro Rosso-Ferrari</b><br />
> Driver 1 - Sebastien Buemi - has had some strong results, but not always consistent.<br />
> Driver 2 - <b>Jaime Alguersuari</b> - has improved as the season has progressed. Often outperforming his team mate.<br />
> Alternative 1 - <b>Daniel Ricciardo</b> - on the Red Bull books. Will get a full time drive with one of the Red Bull teams sooner rather than later.<br />
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<b>Williams-Cosworth</b><br />
> Driver 1 - <b>Rubens Barrichello</b> - should continue next season, but Williams do historically make unusual driver selections...<br />
> Driver 2 - <b>Pastor Maldonado</b> - has shown some potential this season. Still more to learn though, but has a good team mate.<br />
> Alternative 1 - <b>Valtteri Bottas</b> - the GP3 driver is probably too inexperienced for F1 currently, but is an option for the team.<br />
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<b>Team Lotus-Renault</b><br />
> Driver 1 - <b>Heikki Kovalainen</b> - has clearly become the team's number one driver this season.<br />
> Driver 2 - <b>Jarno Trulli</b> - was looking set to be dropped for next year, but the Italian's performance improved once his power-steering was sorted for Hungary.<br />
> Alternative 1 - <b>Karun Chandhok</b> - seems likely that Chandhok will get a regular drive with the team in the near future, but after a fairly poor performance in Germany, this may not happen as early as 2012.<br />
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<b>Hispania-Cosworth</b><br />
> Driver 1 - <b>Vitantonio Liuzzi</b> - Hispania have never kept a driver for a whole season, let alone resign one for a second. Could Liuzzi be the first? Surely he's as good as any the team will get?<br />
> Driver 2 - <b>Daniel Ricciardo</b> - if Red Bull decide they want their prodigy to continue in a race environment, they may loan him out again until a Red Bull seat is available.<br />
> Alternative 1 - <b>??</b> - the team will probably have at least one pay driver on their team next year. Therefore, any driver could realistically end up in a Hispania seat next year!<br />
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<b>Marussia Virgin-Cosworth</b><br />
> Driver 1 - <b>Timo Glock</b> - recently signed a new deal with the team, keeping the German in the team for 2012 and beyond.<br />
> Driver 2 - <b>Jerome D'Ambrosio</b> - has driven well so far this season, should be rewarded with a new contract for next year.<br />
> Alternative 1 - Could possibly pick up the unrequired Renault driver (either <b>Petrov</b> or <b>Grosjean</b>) for a season.<br />
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To summarise - there are not many Formula 1 driver vacancies for 2012. A lot seems to hinge on whether Robert Kubica will return and whether Michael Schumacher will continue on his comeback with Mercedes.<br />
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Any more suggestions? Use the comments field below!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-75279459540225413442011-08-02T00:24:00.000+01:002011-08-02T00:24:05.712+01:00Heidfeld's Hot LapOne of the more dramatic scenes of the Hungarian Grand Prix yesterday was the sight of Nick Heidfeld's black and gold Renault emerging from the pits, flames pouring from the side of the car.<br />
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This is not the first time the German has had to escape from a fiery car this season, his machine also caught fire during a Free Practice session for the Spanish Grand Prix.<br />
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Heidfeld pitted for a planned pit stop, but a wheel-nut issue meant he was stationary for longer than usual, with his engine running at high revs. As a result of this, his car apparently overheated. However, due to the unique front-exiting exhaust system the Renault team run, the heat and flames appeared at the front of the sidepods rather than at the back of the car which would be the case for any other team.<br />
The bodywork around the sidepods ignited, and Heidfeld had to make a quick exit from cockpit, clearly aware of the vast heat being produced.<br />
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The marshalls were quickly on the scene, armed with fire extinguishers, but the flaming sidepod unexpectedly exploded, appearing to slightly injure a marshall.<br />
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Although the exact cause of the explosion has not yet been determined, technical expert Craig 'Scarbs' Scarborough explains possible causes:<br />
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"Sidepods contain a multitude of systems; many items being solely in the left or right hand sidepods, rarely are any internals symmetrical left to right.<br />
Typical components in this area are.<br />
• Water radiator (LHS)<br />
• Oil radiator (RHS)<br />
• Hydraulic reservoir (varies)<br />
• Nitrogen cylinder for the engine Pneumatic valve return system (varies)<br />
• KERS battery water radiator (RHS)<br />
• SECU, PCU, Battery, Lap time beacon (typically RHS)<br />
• KERS PCU (RHS)<br />
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It's important to note, sidepods do not contain the KERS batteries or the MGU. Also the gearbox oil and hydraulic fluid coolers are mounted atop the gearbox. There is very in the of little hydraulic systems being in the front of the sidepods, only the lines for the power steering passes this far forward in the car."</i><br />
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This is a spectator's impressive video of the events which unfolded on track:<br />
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To read Scarb's article in full, visit <a href="http://scarbsf1.wordpress.com/2011/08/01/renaults-hungarian-sidepod-fire/">scarbsf1.wordpress.com</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2928743878075668677.post-30220888953456844682011-08-01T23:47:00.000+01:002011-08-01T23:47:18.086+01:00Hungarian Grand Prix - 31 July 2011Yesterday saw another typically exciting Grand Prix, this time in Hungary - the last race before the sport's summer break.<br />
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The weather once again played a key part in the race today, as did some stewards decisions, with McLaren's Lewis Hamilton penalised for forcing the Force India of Paul di Resta off the track whilst attempting to recover from a spin.<br />
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A strong performance from di Resta saw him acheive his best ever Formula 1 result, and Sebastien Buemi drove an impressive race considering he started from the back row of the grid!<br />
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Ewan Marshall of <a href="http://www.GPFocus.com">GPFocus.com</a> had the task of being this weekend's Guest Predictor. How would he manage in a race which was Jenson Button's 200th, Nico Rosberg's 100th, Toro Rosso's 100th and the 100th race since V8 engines were introduced?!<br />
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Provisional Race Results:<br />
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1. Jenson Button - McLaren - Ewan's (EM) Prediction 5th - F1RP Prediction 4th<br />
2. Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Racing - EM 1st - <b>F1RP 2nd</b><br />
3. Fernando Alonso - Ferrari - EM 2nd - F1RP 5th<br />
4. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren - EM 3rd - F1RP 6th<br />
5. Mark Webber - Red Bull Racing - EM 4th - F1RP 1st<br />
6. Felipe Massa - Ferrari - <b>EM 6th</b> - F1RP 3rd<br />
7. Paul di Resta - Force India - EM 14th - F1RP 18th<br />
8. Sebastien Buemi - Toro Rosso - EM 17th - F1RP 14th<br />
9. Nico Rosberg - Mercedes - EM 8th - F1RP 10th<br />
10. Jaime Alguersuari - Toro Rosso - EM 15th - F1RP 15th<br />
11. Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber - EM 12th - F1RP 8th<br />
12. Vitaly Petrov - Renault - EM 7th - F1RP 7th<br />
13. Rubens Barrichello - Williams - EM 16th - <b>F1RP 13th</b><br />
14. Adrian Sutil - Force India - EM 13th - F1RP 16th<br />
15. Sergio Perez - Sauber - EM 9th - F1RP 11th<br />
16. Pastor Maldonado - Williams - EM 18th - F1RP 17th<br />
17. Timo Glock - Virgin - EM 21st - F1RP 20th<br />
18. Daniel Ricciardo - Hispania - EM 24th - F1RP 23rd<br />
19. Jerome D'Ambrosio - Virgin - EM 22nd - F1RP 24th<br />
20. Vitantonio Liuzzi - Hispania - EM 23rd - F1RP 22nd<br />
DNF Heikki Kovalainen - Team Lotus - EM 20th - F1RP 19th<br />
DNF Michael Schumacher - Mercedes - EM 11th - F1RP 12th<br />
DNF Nick Heidfeld - Renault - EM 10th - F1RP 9th<br />
DNF Jarno Trulli - Team Lotus - EM 19th - F1RP 21st<br />
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Thank you to Ewan for participating this week. If Jenson Button hadn't finished the race, Ewan would have managed to get the top four correct!<br />
However, as Button drove impressively to win, this was not to be.<br />
Ewan managed one correct prediction, whereas the Formula 1 Results Predictor managed a double. Overall though, it looks like Ewan was closer!<br />
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A few weeks now until the next Grand Prix, with a compulsory two week closure for all team's factories, and of course for the F1RP.<br />
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The Top Driver in Hungary, based on our predictions, was Paul di Resta.<br />
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For more information on the race, visit <a href="http://www.formula1.com/results/season/2011/859/">www.formula1.com</a><br />
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Don't forget to visit <a href="http://www.GPFocus.com">GPFocus.com</a>, and follow Ewan on Twitter <a href="http://www.twitter.com/ewanmarshall">@EwanMarshall</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0