Formula One 2012

[ctjet]

Bro

I havent gone through every teams website

I'll kill myself before I read anything team jihad has to say

Was told via forum gossip

I have then passed that info on to you, the customer

Have a nice day

[tweety bird]

good and bad news?

Robert Kubica has returned to his home in Monaco to continue rehabilitation, following the latest operation required after a fall that injured his leg last week.Kubica reopened a fracture in his right tibia, originally broken in his horrific rally crash last year, when he fell near an apartment he was staying at in Viareggio in Italy.

Medical tests on the leg at Mantova Hospital showed that the calcification of the bone had not happened properly last year - as a result of the Polish driver being forced to remain in bed for a long period after his crash.

Following an operation last week to reduce the fracture and pin the bone, doctors cleared Kubica to return home - but he must wait another two or three weeks before resuming his physical training.

Despite the injury setback, it is believed that the leg fracture will not have an impact on Kubica's final recovery time - because that is still limited by the nerve regrowth of his right arm and hand which will still take several months.

ferrari's back.

According to AS, Ferrari made "some improvements" and reinforced the chassis with carbon fibre in order to strengthen "the sides" of the car.

The Spanish daily claims that sources in Italy have revealed that the 663 has now passed the teams and will be permitted to take to the track at Jerez on February 7th.

am i the only one who is expecting to see bruno go to williams?

[Berk]

am i the only one who is expecting to see bruno go to williams?

[ctjet]

Kubica isnt coming back this year

I would have believed it if he hadn't reinjured himself, but if Roman does well in the first half of the year, 2013 next to Alonso will be the next time we see the koob

[tweety bird]

that's not a different team choice he's making, it's a defferent lifestyle choice.

[sh@un]

I know Mclaren is 50% off almost everything... sh@un...

maybe I'll bag me some cheap mail-order merch

[N1GTR]

Spanish races could alternate - Ecclestone

Bernie Ecclestone has revealed that the organisers of the Spanish Grand Prix at Barcelona would like to alternate with the European Grand Prix at Valencia.

As a result of the financial crisis in Europe, both races are believed to be under threat after government officials in the respective cities admitted they would have to assess the viability of major events. Now Ecclestone has said that the two races could alternate to save money, with Barcelona being the instigator of such a solution.

"What's been talked about more is that Barcelona would like to alternate with them (Valencia)," Ecclestone told the Financial Times. "Maybe it's a good thing. Maybe it's the way to go."

The Valencia government hinted at such a move in early January, with vice president Jose Ciscar admitting a complete cancellation of the contract could prove too expensive.

"With contracts signed, we can't be imprudent because the penalty could cost us more. We have to find balanced solutions."

ESPNF1

http://formula1fanpage.blogspot.com/2012/01/spanish-races-could-alternate.html

[wolverine]

Maybe Bernie can replace one of them with a nice street circuit in somewhere hospitable like Iran.

[ctjet]

lawd

we'll neve be rid of valencia at this rate

[sh@un]

Hold the European GP at the Nordschleife- make it mean something

[NISMATT]

Hold the European GP at the Nordschleife- make it mean something

I don't think that one single fan would be against it, though the suits would never go for it.

[sh@un]

too dangerous they'll say

just grow a pair and let's do this thing

[NISMATT]

Or they could leave it up to a driver vote, that will separate the men from the boys.

[N1GTR]

Yeah do it at the ring. Lets see the lap times tumble

[N1GTR]

Actually, anyone got any F1 lap times for the full circuit?

Edit; Heidfeld has it sorted

[Roy]

Well, if nothing else will be interesting to see Bruno up against that Maldanado bloke....how much road rage can we expect this year?

Christ i hope some of the engineering changes made last year see a change in fortunes

[MattR]

http://en.espnf1.com/williams/motorsport/story/68089.html

bruno in the williams.

feel sorry for Rubens the way it has ended for him, not the way anyone wants to finish his career

[tweety bird]

told you.

Edited January 17, 2012 by tweety bird

[sh@un]

not as if a WDC was on the cards

who knows if he'll show up in a lower team or not?

Senna-

"It will be very interesting to drive for a team that my uncle has driven for"

well that's more charitable to your new employer than saying "died driving for"

[tweety bird]

Damon Hill is to join Sky's coverage of Formula 1 this year to help provide expert analysis of the action for half the races.The former world champion will be a member of Sky's team for the Australian, Bahrain, Monaco, British, German, Hungarian, Belgian, Indian, United States and Brazilian Grands Prix.

Speaking about his new job, Hill said: "The plans Sky Sports have for Formula 1 are very impressive, particularly the dedicated Formula 1 channel and I couldn't resist becoming involved.

"There are so many reasons to be excited about the new season and I can't wait to get started."

Hill will be on call throughout practice, qualifying and the race, with Sky Sport Executive Producer Martin Turner saying he was delighted about the addition to the team.

"Damon Hill is a British motor racing legend and has incredible Formula 1 knowledge and insight," he explained. "He will provide our viewers with not just a driver's eye view, but also that of a world champion.

There aren't many around and I'm delighted we'll have Damon with us during the season.

http://www.autosport...rt.php/id/97055

bruno q&a

Q. Now you've been confirmed as a Williams driver, what are your thoughts heading into 2012?Bruno Senna:Bruno Senna: I'm really happy to be a part of a team with such a fantastic heritage. I am very proud that Williams has chosen me to race in what will be an important year for them. Everyone is extremely motivated for 2012 and it is great to be part of that motivation. It is true that they didn't have the best season last year, but it is clear that the team is on a new path and everyone is pulling together to ensure that this year is a better one. I really hope that I can demonstrate what I can do, not only for the team, but for myself. It's going to be interesting to see what we can achieve together.

Q. What are your objectives for the 2012 season

BS:

It's difficult to set objectives before the season starts, but I intend to push the car 100% to the limit to get the maximum performance we can from it.

Q. What are your thoughts on the Renault engine having raced with it last season and what do you think Renault can bring to Williams in 2012?

BS:

After a few races with the Renault engine in 2011, I've learnt a great deal about it. It is a very good unit with good drivability, which is another positive step forward for the team. As a driver, you need to have every weapon available to you operating at its optimum in order to put in competitive times throughout the race. I'm sure we can develop the car even further with the Renault engine and it will be interesting for me to be able to give the team feedback applying my previous experiences.

Q. What do you make of your new team mate, Pastor Maldonado?

BS:

Pastor is a great driver. I've raced against him in GP2 and we always get along well. He's been a very tough opponent in the past and he is going to be even tougher now we are both in the same car. We'll certainly be trying to beat each other, but as teammates we're going to work together to move the team forward.

Q. Can you talk us through what you have been working on at the factory so far?

BS:

I've been at the Williams factory in Grove both before and after Christmas being really put through my paces in the simulator, on the track and in the gym. We've also done some evaluation work on the track (but not in an F1 car). The main purpose was for the team to evaluate me and to understand how to get the best out of me as a driver. But it's also been really useful for me as it familiarises me with all the procedural things, such as learning the layout of the steering wheel before I get into the real car. When we start testing I won't need to think about that so I'll just be able to get on and drive the FW34.

Q. So you have had an opportunity to work with your new engineers?

BS:

I think we've started off really well and now I'm looking forward to working with them more over the season. The relationship between a driver and engineer is something that few people can understand. You need mutual respect, to understand each other well and know how to work together in order to really gel from the start. That relationship and continuity can make such a difference to your overall performance.

Q. What started your career in motorsport?

BS:

I was a motorsport fan from a young age and of course there has been a great influence from my uncle, but ever since I first put my feet into a go-kart I never wanted to do anything else. I'm very privileged to be able to do what I love, as to race in Formula One has always been my dream.

Q. You were once quoted as saying that, given the chance to drive any legendary Formula One car from the past, you would choose the 1993 active-suspension Williams. How important is it to you to now be a part of a team with such a motorsport heritage?

BS:

The team has an amazing history and walking around the museum just makes me drool! I've seen many of these cars on track and always wondered how it would feel to actually race them. I've never been in one, so I think it would be good to get a run in the active ride car at Goodwood, just to get a feel!

Q. You have considerable support from Brazil, can you tell us about that?

BS:

I feel very proud to be Brazilian right now. Knowing I have such great support behind me, people who have been there since the start, gives me such a great feeling. Knowing people have chosen me to bear their name gives me even more motivation to create good memories for them.

Q. Your uncle, Ayrton, raced for Williams. How significant is it for you to be joining the team?

BS:

It will be very interesting to drive for a team that my uncle drove for. Quite a few of the people still here actually worked with Ayrton and I'm happy that they are now giving me the chance to prove myself here. Hopefully we can bring back some good memories and create some great new ones too.

Q. Fast forward to this time next year, what achievements would you be happy with?

BS:

I hope that by the end of 2012 we can say we extracted 100% of the performance from the Williams-Renault FW34, whatever that may be. That is the most important thing. I just want to get the maximum possible out of the car and make the most of this opportunity. It is such an important year for both the team and myself as it will help shape my future. I hope that future will be long and successful, and it all starts here.

http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/97057

there's lots of bruno senna talk on autosport.com if you want to read more, but most of it is pr crap so i'm not going to post it

Edited January 17, 2012 by tweety bird