I think it's more likely Max never drives a Merc, and ends up at Ferrari instead!
I think it's more likely Max never drives a Merc, and ends up at Ferrari instead!
Russell is the key here. If he performs at a championship level in the Mercedes (looks likely) then Mercedes don't need Verstappen along with his higher price tag and baggage. History shows they will prioritise team harmony while they are still at the top, so that will block Verstappen's path to a seat there. Verstappen's only hope is that Russell doesn't perform well.Manoah2u wrote: ↑04 Feb 2021, 13:21I think Max, if not staying at RedBull, will likely end up either at Aston Martin, Alpine or Mclaren. That's it.
Lewis gets a 2-year deal so he'll be @ Mercedes atleast untill the end of the 2023 season.
If Merc is still the place to be, he'll extend for another 2 to grab the 10th title there.
If not, he MIGHT try with Ferrari in 2024 when a seat opens up there.
It's more likely he'll stay. And Russell is likely to replace Bottas in 2022.
That means Verstappen might get a seat at 2024 at Merc, but if Hamilton does not crave to stay since his chances are higher with another team,
then why on earth would Verstappen go there?
Ferrari doesn't look to me a Verstappen-place either, they're likely aiming at Mick Schumacher (he'll probably be no Michael, but they'll aim for that anyway, he'll be a good nr2).
That leaves Vettel to go to Mercedes just to drive and cash and be german at a german team alongside Russell, and the need for a good driver, which Max fits well and through RBR has a AM history.
I thought Ferrari were seen as having Schumacher nailed on A.S.A.P?Manoah2u wrote: ↑05 Feb 2021, 11:24I'd argue that even with LeClerc gone, there's little chance that Max ends up @ Ferrari since Sainz is there now and I feel Sainz is meant to be there for the long haul, and Max & Sainz has not really been the best of combos in a team. I'd see DannyRic or Lando Norris end up @ Ferrari before Max would.
Looks like somebody skipped maths classManoah2u wrote: ↑04 Feb 2021, 13:21I think Max, if not staying at RedBull, will likely end up either at Aston Martin, Alpine or Mclaren. That's it.
Lewis gets a 2-year deal so he'll be @ Mercedes atleast untill the end of the 2023 season.
If Merc is still the place to be, he'll extend for another 2 to grab the 10th title there.
If not, he MIGHT try with Ferrari in 2024 when a seat opens up there.
It's more likely he'll stay. And Russell is likely to replace Bottas in 2022.
That means Verstappen might get a seat at 2024 at Merc, but if Hamilton does not crave to stay since his chances are higher with another team,
then why on earth would Verstappen go there?
Ferrari doesn't look to me a Verstappen-place either, they're likely aiming at Mick Schumacher (he'll probably be no Michael, but they'll aim for that anyway, he'll be a good nr2).
That leaves Vettel to go to Mercedes just to drive and cash and be german at a german team alongside Russell, and the need for a good driver, which Max fits well and through RBR has a AM history.
And someone seems to still be in kindergarten passing comments on something that is obviously just a typo.RedNEO wrote: ↑05 Feb 2021, 12:54Looks like somebody skipped maths classManoah2u wrote: ↑04 Feb 2021, 13:21I think Max, if not staying at RedBull, will likely end up either at Aston Martin, Alpine or Mclaren. That's it.
Lewis gets a 2-year deal so he'll be @ Mercedes atleast untill the end of the 2023 season.
If Merc is still the place to be, he'll extend for another 2 to grab the 10th title there.
If not, he MIGHT try with Ferrari in 2024 when a seat opens up there.
It's more likely he'll stay. And Russell is likely to replace Bottas in 2022.
That means Verstappen might get a seat at 2024 at Merc, but if Hamilton does not crave to stay since his chances are higher with another team,
then why on earth would Verstappen go there?
Ferrari doesn't look to me a Verstappen-place either, they're likely aiming at Mick Schumacher (he'll probably be no Michael, but they'll aim for that anyway, he'll be a good nr2).
That leaves Vettel to go to Mercedes just to drive and cash and be german at a german team alongside Russell, and the need for a good driver, which Max fits well and through RBR has a AM history.
Very true. It's difficult to see a path there for him unless he's literally the only person on the grid they see as being able to win in their car. They seem to be trying to build a conveyer belt of drivers through formulae and junior F1 teams, and it's clear young driver programs and which you are in are having more an more impact and influence on where their careers ultimately go.Manoah2u wrote: ↑05 Feb 2021, 11:24I'd argue that even with LeClerc gone, there's little chance that Max ends up @ Ferrari since Sainz is there now and I feel Sainz is meant to be there for the long haul, and Max & Sainz has not really been the best of combos in a team. I'd see DannyRic or Lando Norris end up @ Ferrari before Max would.
I think Sainz future at Ferrari is very dependable of the market and how the Ferrari junior's develop. As soon as someone like Mick Schumacher shows consistency and speed at the HAAS (all relative of course), Sainz' may be replaced. Although Sainz never had a bad season (or even race) or had any questions why he was in a certain seat, somehow he has already seen half the grid.Manoah2u wrote: ↑05 Feb 2021, 11:24I'd argue that even with LeClerc gone, there's little chance that Max ends up @ Ferrari since Sainz is there now and I feel Sainz is meant to be there for the long haul, and Max & Sainz has not really been the best of combos in a team. I'd see DannyRic or Lando Norris end up @ Ferrari before Max would.
I think it's unfair to say Sainz has never had a bad race. Wasn't it Russia last year where he made an error on the first lap and ended up in the wall?Jolle wrote: ↑05 Feb 2021, 19:17I think Sainz future at Ferrari is very dependable of the market and how the Ferrari junior's develop. As soon as someone like Mick Schumacher shows consistency and speed at the HAAS (all relative of course), Sainz' may be replaced. Although Sainz never had a bad season (or even race) or had any questions why he was in a certain seat, somehow he has already seen half the grid.Manoah2u wrote: ↑05 Feb 2021, 11:24I'd argue that even with LeClerc gone, there's little chance that Max ends up @ Ferrari since Sainz is there now and I feel Sainz is meant to be there for the long haul, and Max & Sainz has not really been the best of combos in a team. I'd see DannyRic or Lando Norris end up @ Ferrari before Max would.
if it is a lighthearted jab, why do you respond so offended when you get criticised for it?
Let’s say they are rare.adrianjordan wrote: ↑05 Feb 2021, 23:50I think it's unfair to say Sainz has never had a bad race. Wasn't it Russia last year where he made an error on the first lap and ended up in the wall?Jolle wrote: ↑05 Feb 2021, 19:17I think Sainz future at Ferrari is very dependable of the market and how the Ferrari junior's develop. As soon as someone like Mick Schumacher shows consistency and speed at the HAAS (all relative of course), Sainz' may be replaced. Although Sainz never had a bad season (or even race) or had any questions why he was in a certain seat, somehow he has already seen half the grid.Manoah2u wrote: ↑05 Feb 2021, 11:24I'd argue that even with LeClerc gone, there's little chance that Max ends up @ Ferrari since Sainz is there now and I feel Sainz is meant to be there for the long haul, and Max & Sainz has not really been the best of combos in a team. I'd see DannyRic or Lando Norris end up @ Ferrari before Max would.
adrianjordan wrote: ↑05 Feb 2021, 23:50I think it's unfair to say Sainz has never had a bad race. Wasn't it Russia last year where he made an error on the first lap and ended up in the wall?Jolle wrote: ↑05 Feb 2021, 19:17I think Sainz future at Ferrari is very dependable of the market and how the Ferrari junior's develop. As soon as someone like Mick Schumacher shows consistency and speed at the HAAS (all relative of course), Sainz' may be replaced. Although Sainz never had a bad season (or even race) or had any questions why he was in a certain seat, somehow he has already seen half the grid.Manoah2u wrote: ↑05 Feb 2021, 11:24I'd argue that even with LeClerc gone, there's little chance that Max ends up @ Ferrari since Sainz is there now and I feel Sainz is meant to be there for the long haul, and Max & Sainz has not really been the best of combos in a team. I'd see DannyRic or Lando Norris end up @ Ferrari before Max would.