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Mar 16, 2014 at 1:39 AM Post #812 of 3,854
Now that was what I call a qualifying!
 
  1. No surprise about pole.
  2. Apparently either Ricciardo is the real deal, or the Red Bull is a proper rocket when it works. I am surprised to see Seb so far off, but I think Horner mentioned engine troubles. I expect to see him a lot closer than that in general.
  3. On that note, a 10th win in a row is looking pretty unlikely for Vettel.
  4. If it rains tomorrow, I think Jenson might yet be able to threaten the podium, even from where he is. Seeing him, Vettel and hopefully Kimi making their way up should be interesting.
  5. Speaking of Kimi, not looking too good right now - he definitely seems to be having some trouble getting to grips with the F14 T. Hope that goes away quickly
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  6. So much for Williams as the second fastest team...
  7. And Force India for the third fastest team...
 
Very much looking forward to the race. Just to see how wrong I can be, predictions:
 
Winner: Lewis Hamilton, lights to flag.
Second: Nico Rosberg, all the way behind.
Third: Fernando Alonso - although this one I'm less sure about.
Fastest Lap: Sebastian Vettel, just to show he can
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And for retirements, I'm going to guess... Somewhere in the 6-8 range, including both Lotuses. Right now it looks to me like the pecking order is Mercedes, Red Bull, McLaren and Ferrari at the front in some order on pace, but after that hard to say, and who knows about race pace or reliability. Should be a nail-biter, especially if it's wet!
 
Mar 16, 2014 at 1:54 AM Post #813 of 3,854
Interesting prediction. First crucial corner, let's see who comes out of this in decent condition always causes troubles at this track..
Weather conditions looks all right 10 minutes before the race but may change during the race.
 
I just want to see a decent performance from Mini Mag and that he gets through his first F1 and hopefully with a couple of points on the board and then..
 
Mar 16, 2014 at 1:59 AM Post #814 of 3,854
jupiterknight said:
  I just want to see a decent performance from Mini Mag and that he gets through his first F1 and hopefully with a couple of points on the board and then..
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Me too, I have really high hopes for him - this year is a high ask to do much more than match Button, but 2015 I think could very well be his year if he keeps up at this rate. We'll have a much clearer picture soon, though...
 
Mar 16, 2014 at 2:09 AM Post #815 of 3,854
exediron said:
   
Me too, I have really high hopes for him - this year is a high ask to do much more than match Button, but 2015 I think could very well be his year if he keeps up at this rate. We'll have a much clearer picture soon, though...
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Agree, I think he will match Button and in the long course of this season perform better. 
 
Lot's of tension.. Race is on.. .
 
Mar 16, 2014 at 4:00 AM Post #818 of 3,854
jupiterknight said:
  Wow, what a start.. Vettel, Hamilton.. gone  Mini Mag in third and very cool how he cut across to gain third position very quickly..
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I somehow don't think that was exactly planned:) Little bit caught out by the burst of electric power hooking up too quick. Amazing recovery though, and even more amazing race performance.
 
 
 
 
This could actually turn out to be a decent season.
 
Mar 16, 2014 at 4:06 AM Post #819 of 3,854
Mini Mag on the podium in his first F1 race as a 21 year old, betters Hamilton rookie debut I believe.. I called it out on this thread months ago that he would have a podium spot in season 2013.....
 
Although I didn't quite expect it too happen in the first race..
 
Great job by Rosberg (runs with the family) and the hometown kid Ricciado. First Aussie on the podium I believe...
 
Overall,  McLaren came out on top.. Who saw that coming?
 
Mar 16, 2014 at 4:13 AM Post #820 of 3,854
hutnicks said:
 
I somehow don't think that was exactly planned:) Little bit caught out by the burst of electric power hooking up too quick. Amazing recovery though, and even more amazing race performance.
 
 
 
 
This could actually turn out to be a decent season.
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You could be very much right about the burst.. but it still looked cool..
 
Yes I agree an open season and hopefully unpredictable incl. some great races that we can look forward to... It;s been too predictable for too long..
 
Mar 16, 2014 at 10:35 AM Post #821 of 3,854
Mercedes is so going to dominate this season unless Red Bull really manage to scramble!
 
Mar 17, 2014 at 10:07 AM Post #823 of 3,854
But, there's an appeal due to the official fuel flow sensors being rubbish, so Red Bull used their own much better sensors..
 
Red Bull is confident of winning the appeal.
 
Mar 17, 2014 at 11:53 AM Post #824 of 3,854
They are the only one being "confident"... Every other team used the same sensors and applied with FIAs ruling so no way Red Bull can win this appeal. It´s just for show :)
 
Mar 17, 2014 at 1:34 PM Post #825 of 3,854
I don't see how they are going to get those points back. They were warned repeatedly about a fuel flow infringement - ignoring stewards is not a great strategy, even if you think you're in the right. Shame for Daniel really.

(Can't wait to see what that RB front end looks like in Sepang vis-a-vis camera pods too.)




oqvist said:
Mercedes is so going to dominate this season unless Red Bull really manage to scramble!
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Yes, Nico's lead was pretty ominous. Inconceivably, I almost find myself hoping for some quick Adrian Newey magic on that RB - not sure if Renault has it in them to close the gap. I want a close season with a Merc triumph at the end - not a Teutonic thrashing from day one. Maybe Macca and Williams can provide some stiff competition from within the Merc camp itself. Bottas and Magnussen looked brilliant out there.

This first race didn't answer as many questions as I thought it would.
 
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