F1 2024

[Jean Claude Vaaldamme]

 

[Shi]

So what makes Antonelli special that he gets a seat again? Can someone remind me what he has achieved that, e.g. George Russell hasn’t?

But why do this now, since he turns 18 in about 2 months time?

 

[Mzezman]

But why do this now, since he turns 18 in about 2 months time?

It’s all very bizarre tbh

 

[Naks]

It's Rawe Ceek!

Weather for the weekend looks pretty mild

 

[Hoid]

From watching more F2 the last few years, I've come to wish it was more prestigious in its own right and not merely a stepping stone to F1.

 

[Mzezman]

From watching more F2 the last few years, I've come to wish it was more prestigious in its own right and not merely a stepping stone to F1.

And it’s not even a guaranteed stepping stone

 

[Hoid]

And it’s not even a guaranteed stepping stone

For a start - allow F2 championship winners to defend their title, even if only for one year

 

[quovadis]

But why do this now, since he turns 18 in about 2 months time?

Might not just be about him perhaps?

 

[quovadis]

From watching more F2 the last few years, I've come to wish it was more prestigious in its own right and not merely a stepping stone to F1.

Add a relegation system and it’d have to be.

 

[quovadis]

Clearly ran out of Spanish drivers

 

[quovadis]

This might explain the 2 month thing if true?

@Hoid

Logan Sargeant to be sacked to make way for Kimi Antonelli | thejudge13

How a rule tweak could allow Andrea Kimi Antonelli to make his F1 race weekend debut as early as the Spanish Grand Prix | Formula 1®

Mercedes protege Kimi Antonelli could make his Formula 1 race weekend debut in 2024 if given the opportunity following two adjustments to the FIA International Sporting Code.

www.formula1.com

 

[caroper]

From watching more F2 the last few years, I've come to wish it was more prestigious in its own right and not merely a stepping stone to F1.

I agree, often the F2 race is more exciting than the F1GP as they take more risks and make more mistakes.
The past two years I have been enjoying the F1 Academy too.

 

[cr@zydude]

From watching more F2 the last few years, I've come to wish it was more prestigious in its own right and not merely a stepping stone to F1.

I've also been watching way more Formula 2 and 3 now that it's all one FIA controlled system. Sadly there are so few F1 seats that there's a huge backlog of F2 winners who don't get a seat.

Having multiple 2nd tier series probably wouldn't help and F1 doesn't seem to be adding new teams anytime soon.

 

[NR7]

Well it's not a race but I'll take anything I can get, and an RB7 V8 showrun in Sandton sounds fun!

The savage roar of the Oracle Red Bull Racing RB7 Formula One car will echo through Katherine Street in Sandton, Johannesburg, in October when British F1 racing legend David Coulthard puts on an exhilarating Showrun.

Source : https://www.timeslive.co.za/motorin...et-to-rock-the-streets-of-sandton-in-october/

 

[Hamster]

But why do this now, since he turns 18 in about 2 months time?

Join F1 mid season?

 

[quovadis]

Twitter/X’s AI doing what LLMs do…

https://twitter.com/x/status/1802711188205113362

 

[quovadis]

I thought I’d ask ChatGPT’s latest model the same:

Predicting the next 15 years of Formula 1 (F1) driver champions involves considering various factors such as current driver performance, team capabilities, upcoming talents, and potential changes in regulations and technology. Here's a speculative prediction based on current trends and emerging talents:


2024-2028:

1. 2024: Max Verstappen (Red Bull Racing) - Continuing his strong form.
2. 2025: Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) - Ferrari regains form with new technical advancements.
3. 2026: Lando Norris (McLaren) - McLaren rises to the top with innovative car designs.
4. 2027: George Russell (Mercedes) - Mercedes returns to dominance with Russell leading.
5. 2028: Oscar Piastri (McLaren) - A young talent breaking through with a strong McLaren team.

2029-2033:

6. 2029: Max Verstappen (Red Bull Racing) - Verstappen continues to showcase his skills and experience.
7. 2030: Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) - Leclerc's consistency and Ferrari's competitive car make them champions again.
8. 2031: Lando Norris (McLaren) - Norris maintains his competitive edge with McLaren's ongoing improvements.
9. 2032:Théo Pourchaire (Alfa Romeo) - A new star from the junior categories shines in a competitive Alfa Romeo.
10. 2033:George Russell (Mercedes) - Russell's experience and Mercedes' technical prowess bring another championship.


2034-2038:

11. 2034: Jack Doohan (Alpine) - Doohan rises through the ranks and Alpine becomes a top contender.
12. 2035: Oscar Piastri (McLaren) - Piastri continues to impress with his skill and McLaren's competitive car. 13. 2036: Max Verstappen (Red Bull Racing) - Verstappen's enduring talent and Red Bull's consistency.
14. 2037: Frederik Vesti (Mercedes) - Another young talent emerges as Mercedes remains a strong team. 15. 2038: Arthur Leclerc (Ferrari) - Leclerc's younger brother carries the legacy with Ferrari's continued success.

This prediction involves a mix of established stars like Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc, emerging talents like Lando Norris and George Russell, and upcoming young drivers from junior categories such as Oscar Piastri, Théo Pourchaire, and Jack Doohan. Changes in team performance, regulations, and technology will undoubtedly influence actual outcomes.

 

[S_L_Y_G_U_Y]

This AI **** is getting real

 

[UrBaN963]

14. 2037: Frederik Vesti (Mercedes) - Another young talent emerges as Mercedes remains a strong team. 15. 2038: Arthur Leclerc (Ferrari) - Leclerc's younger brother carries the legacy with Ferrari's continued success.

Frederik Vesti is currently 22. So when he emerges as a young talent, he will be 35.

Cool. Cool cool cool, I think this AI stuff is ready.

 

[caroper]

I don't think I would go to the Bookies with those predictions.
You would get bloody good odds if you tried it though.