2018 Hungarian Grand Prix - Hungaroring, 27-29 July

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mkay
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Re: 2018 Hungarian Grand Prix - Hungaroring, 27-29 July

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F1NAC wrote:
24 Jul 2018, 21:13
It would be nice if Vettel could snatch some points from Hamilton before the summer break. He needs that, and for the championship
He really doesn't. Ferrari still has the best package, and the best PU. He's nearly guaranteed to win Spa, Monza and perhaps even Singapore on the trot post-summer break.

foxmulder_ms
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mkay wrote:
24 Jul 2018, 21:29
F1NAC wrote:
24 Jul 2018, 21:13
It would be nice if Vettel could snatch some points from Hamilton before the summer break. He needs that, and for the championship
He really doesn't. Ferrari still has the best package, and the best PU. He's nearly guaranteed to win Spa, Monza and perhaps even Singapore on the trot post-summer break.
Since Spain, I actually think Merc is slightly better (0.1 sec :) ) If we exclude Monaco which is a very special track, out of 6 races Merc had 4 poles. The two Vettel got (Canada and Germany), Hamilton (or his car/luck -canada with the bird in the brake duck, this week his fly over curb+loss of hydrolics) botched it.

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Re: 2018 Hungarian Grand Prix - Hungaroring, 27-29 July

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foxmulder_ms wrote:
24 Jul 2018, 21:44
mkay wrote:
24 Jul 2018, 21:29
F1NAC wrote:
24 Jul 2018, 21:13
It would be nice if Vettel could snatch some points from Hamilton before the summer break. He needs that, and for the championship
He really doesn't. Ferrari still has the best package, and the best PU. He's nearly guaranteed to win Spa, Monza and perhaps even Singapore on the trot post-summer break.
Since Spain, I actually think Merc is slightly better (0.1 sec :) ) If we exclude Monaco which is a very special track, out of 6 races Merc had 4 poles. The two Vettel got (Canada and Germany), Hamilton (or his car/luck -canada with the bird in the brake duck, this week his fly over curb+loss of hydrolics) botched it.
This sounds like you think that Hamilton can only lose when there are issues.

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That last corner could limit the Tag Heuers PU deficit. I think very close, Ferrari 1-2 on Saturday, but a very competitive Redbull on Sunday.

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mkay wrote:
24 Jul 2018, 21:29
F1NAC wrote:
24 Jul 2018, 21:13
It would be nice if Vettel could snatch some points from Hamilton before the summer break. He needs that, and for the championship
He really doesn't. Ferrari still has the best package, and the best PU. He's nearly guaranteed to win Spa, Monza and perhaps even Singapore on the trot post-summer break.
Nearly guaranteed? Are we assuming Merc has packed it in and given up on developing the W09?

Merc had pretty good race pace in Germany. And on the tire management front, Lewis got the Softs to last 42 laps in warm conditions. I think Ferrari's primary strength right now is qualifying. Their race starts are very strong, too.

Ferrari has been extremely reliable as well. Particularly with Vettel.

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Re: 2018 Hungarian Grand Prix - Hungaroring, 27-29 July

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mkay wrote:
24 Jul 2018, 21:29
F1NAC wrote:
24 Jul 2018, 21:13
It would be nice if Vettel could snatch some points from Hamilton before the summer break. He needs that, and for the championship
He really doesn't. Ferrari still has the best package, and the best PU. He's nearly guaranteed to win Spa, Monza and perhaps even Singapore on the trot post-summer break.
Never underestimate the package Merc create every year for these two tracks. Furthermore Hamilton is very very good at Monza due to his late braking abilities. Red Bull also create very good aero low DF package every year and they'll be probably very close.
Of course Merc will have a very difficult week end in Singapore, but it should be closer than before as they probably learnt from their issues.

foxmulder_ms
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LM10 wrote:
24 Jul 2018, 22:03
foxmulder_ms wrote:
24 Jul 2018, 21:44
mkay wrote:
24 Jul 2018, 21:29


He really doesn't. Ferrari still has the best package, and the best PU. He's nearly guaranteed to win Spa, Monza and perhaps even Singapore on the trot post-summer break.
Since Spain, I actually think Merc is slightly better (0.1 sec :) ) If we exclude Monaco which is a very special track, out of 6 races Merc had 4 poles. The two Vettel got (Canada and Germany), Hamilton (or his car/luck -canada with the bird in the brake duck, this week his fly over curb+loss of hydrolics) botched it.
This sounds like you think that Hamilton can only lose when there are issues.

Read again :D

dfegan358
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Dont think it’s vital that Vettel wins here but would if he reduced the gap to Hamilton a little it would really set up the rest of the year.

Do expect Ferrari to be very fast at spa, Monza and Singapore.

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Just_a_fan wrote:
24 Jul 2018, 14:30
Vasconia wrote:
24 Jul 2018, 10:47
Just_a_fan wrote:
24 Jul 2018, 09:46

He meant that the tyres they are bringing are less soft i.e. harder.
Exactly, sorry because I was too lazy to use the appropiate term for each tyre. :D
You were correct, don't worry. If you'd meant a smaller number you'd have said "fewer soft tyres". 8)
Good point, teacher. :mrgreen:

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http://www.myweather2.com/Motor-Racing/ ... spx?sday=4

As expected hot temperatures for the upcoming race, I guess Ferrari will be happy. :mrgreen:

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Just for fun, I'm going to shout out for the smaller guys ... Pure witches brew! :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen:

Ericsson for pole and win.
Vandoorne 2nd.
Hartley 3rd.
Safety car 4th.

Lewis DNF.
Vettel DNF.
Ricciardo DNF.
Max DNF.

Chequered flag catches fire.

mkay
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Vasconia wrote:
25 Jul 2018, 09:04
http://www.myweather2.com/Motor-Racing/ ... spx?sday=4

As expected hot temperatures for the upcoming race, I guess Ferrari will be happy. :mrgreen:
Most forecasts show temperatures of 28-31C for the race weekend, with isolated thunderstorms.

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If RAI won't win on Sunday, he will never win an F1 GP again.
Finishing races is important, but racing is more important.

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FrukostScones wrote:
25 Jul 2018, 09:57
If RAI won't win on Sunday, he will never win an F1 GP again.
Why??

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mkay wrote:
25 Jul 2018, 09:50
Vasconia wrote:
25 Jul 2018, 09:04
http://www.myweather2.com/Motor-Racing/ ... spx?sday=4

As expected hot temperatures for the upcoming race, I guess Ferrari will be happy. :mrgreen:
Most forecasts show temperatures of 28-31C for the race weekend, with isolated thunderstorms.
I am not a great fan of this track but when it rains we have enjoyed some spectacular races. So... [-o<