F1 closed season chit chat

**johnscarlet** · 02-11-2007, 12:57 PM

So Alonso has gone from VodMcMerc , with RedBull or Renault the likely destinations . Sports worst kept secret

enablerbro1 · 02-11-2007, 1:18 PM

I hope he just gets back to be a racing driver next year and stops acting like such a bellend. Red Bull seems like an odd choice, I thought Webber and Coulthard were both signed for next year? Bound to be a German driver going to fill Alonso's vacated seat at McLaren though it would be great if Red Bull did a swap with Webber for Alonso, with Webber taking the McLaren seat. Would be a great move for Webber and maybe give him a car that can demonstrate just how good he is. Surely McLaren won't go with two young drivers?

maix27 · 02-11-2007, 1:39 PM

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Originally Posted by johnscarlet

So Alonso has gone from VodMcMerc , with RedBull or Renault the likely destinations . Sports worst kept secret

Where'd you see that??

JohnG · 02-11-2007, 2:02 PM

I've just heard someone say that there could be a clause in Alonso's contract saying he can't join one of the main teams so big speculation about him going to Red Bull.

JohnG · 02-11-2007, 2:05 PM

The exact phrase was that there could be a clause in his divorce contract stating that he can't join a manufacturer backed team.

stealther · 02-11-2007, 3:48 PM

I really dont like the guy so hopefully he will go to a really **** team he was a bad WC.
I am very interested to learn who takes his seat though!

miceri · 02-11-2007, 5:03 PM

I'm with you on that one.

Most f1 drivers would complain and bitch to get what they want.

But to threaten your boss and toss your toys out of the pram if they won't call you no.1 is a bit rich. The guy needed to prove.

And ultimately he did. The result was not how if envisiged it I imagine!!!

Metalhead Pete · 02-11-2007, 5:52 PM

[QUOTE=enablerbro1;5764201]I hope he just gets back to be a racing driver next year and stops acting like such a bellend.

That is the single greatest comment I have ever read.Awesome !

**Kieron** · 02-11-2007, 6:19 PM

Good riddance to Alonso. I hope Rosberg goes to McClaren now.

NWhiteley · 02-11-2007, 9:17 PM

What about Button going, it would be an all English pairing for an English team.
It would also show how good Button really is, it may just be the chance he is craving.

**johnscarlet** · 02-11-2007, 9:26 PM

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Originally Posted by NWhiteley

What about Button going, it would be an all English pairing for an English team.
It would also show how good Button really is, it may just be the chance he is craving.

Think he just signed a new deal with honda

moby125 · 02-11-2007, 9:26 PM

What is it about Webber, ITV thinks he's the best thing since sliced bread, I just can't see it. As for Button it ain't happening is it.

I can see Mclaren going for Rosberg or Sutil.

As for Alonso I would like to see him

off.

People say Schumi got his own way but Alonso has taken it to a whole new level.

Where's me pram?

NWhiteley · 02-11-2007, 9:29 PM

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Originally Posted by johnscarlet

Think he just signed a new deal with honda

Does that mean anything in the world of sport these days. Im sure that he would jump at the chance of joining McC, given the opertunity.

**johnscarlet** · 02-11-2007, 9:35 PM

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Originally Posted by NWhiteley

Does that mean anything in the world of sport these days. Im sure that he would jump at the chance of joining McC, given the opertunity.

But could he afford to do it again ?

moby125 · 02-11-2007, 9:45 PM

Well thats it. Button bought himself out of the Williams contract, thinking Honda would be a better bet!

I think Williams had a pretty good year with Rosberg & Wurz. Also Natterjack had a good run at Brazil. Possible signing for next year??

moby125 · 02-11-2007, 9:49 PM

Alonso free too sign for any team. With Renault favourites!

http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/63748

NWhiteley · 02-11-2007, 9:54 PM

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Originally Posted by johnscarlet

But could he afford to do it again ?

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Originally Posted by moby125

Well thats it. Button bought himself out of the Williams contract, thinking Honda would be a better bet!

I think Williams had a pretty good year with Rosberg & Wurz. Also Natterjack had a good run at Brazil. Possible signing for next year??

Id forgotten about that.

So, your right, its not gonna happen.

moby125 · 02-11-2007, 9:59 PM

Flavio Briatore is the key too the market, as he manages Hokey Kokey & Webber.

So 1 possible scenario, for you;

Hokey Kokey to Mclaren?
Webber to Renault?
Alonso to Red Bull?

miceri · 02-11-2007, 10:08 PM

Possible new team for FA...

http://www.letsmow.com/

Sicknote10 · 02-11-2007, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by miceri

Possible new team for FA...

http://www.letsmow.com/

Odd fact here, one of the lawn mowers that won the 12 hour race a few years ago had parts on it made in the Mclaren factory...

SmAShY · 03-11-2007, 9:19 AM

I read on BBC sport that they reckon Alonso will go to some team (poss Red Bull) for 1 season and then after that go to Ferrari. They seemed to think Ferrari will buy Massa out of his contract to make space for Alonso.

Personally I cant see Alonso and Kimi working well together as they both would want to be #1 driver and Alonso can start his whinging all over again!

Alex

moby125 · 03-11-2007, 3:06 PM

Here's a picture of the new Ferrari HQ, with Massa, Raikonen and Alonso outside;

moby125 · 07-11-2007, 11:39 AM

Rosberg not going too Mclaren as he and Nakajima confirmed at Williams for 2008.

http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/63827

SmAShY · 07-11-2007, 8:01 PM

Damn, really wanted Rosberg at McClaren

07-11-2007, 8:08 PM

Great news that Rosberg is staying put, he drives like a real racer and Williams (of old) always loved real racers such as Mansell and Nico's old man.

His driving was excellent this year in a non manufacturer team, his performance in Brazil was some of the most aggressive stuff I've seen for ages.

Reckon Alonso will head to Renault if they pay up, otherwise he is off to Honda in place of Ruebens B or he will end up taking the Yen from Toyota.

PS any one on here talking about Webber? He was a make weight before in a deal. I think he had signed at Renault yet Flavio moved him to Williams to accomodate someone else, can't remember who though - Button or maybe Alonso.

thfccambs · 07-11-2007, 8:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Bluehorse

PS any one on here talking about Webber? He was a make weight before in a deal. I think he had signed at Renault yet Flavio moved him to Williams to accomodate someone else, can't remember who though - Button or maybe Alonso.

He was test driver @ Renault early 2001.He left to drive for Minardi in 2002 season,Button and Trulli where Renault drivers at the time.

Ok my PERSONAL view is Heikki Kovalainen to Mclaren,Nelson Piquet JNR and Alonso in the Renault.(Alonso offered 3 year deal,with get out clause if car not upto standard of challeging for WC.)
Piquet was walking around yesterday with the biggest grin on his face we are all convinced he has the drive next season.

edit, Fisi to be driving taxi's somewhere near manchester.

07-11-2007, 8:40 PM

Great point about Piquet, he will be a dead cert at Renault following Fisi's nightmare year of being well beaten by Heiki K. Tool old, too slow and too inconsistent.

Saw Heiki at Race of Champions in Paris December 2004 when he beat Michael Schumacher in the Ferrari 360 event, he went mental and jumped up and down on roof of the car for 10 minutes. He was pretty special and I was amazed he struggled so much at the start of this year, but he was really strong in the second half of this season.

thfccambs · 07-11-2007, 8:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Bluehorse

Great point about Piquet, he will be a dead cert at Renault following Fisi's nightmare year of being well beaten by Heiki K. Tool old, too slow and too inconsistent.

Saw Heiki at Race of Champions in Paris December 2004 when he beat Michael Schumacher in the Ferrari 360 event, he went mental and jumped up and down on roof of the car for 10 minutes. He was pretty special and I was amazed he struggled so much at the start of this year, but he was really strong in the second half of this season.

car which has been more then sorted for 2008.Shame if he does go as an all round top bloke,also a great driver.

tapzilla2k · 08-11-2007, 12:39 AM

I don't feel that enthused about the 2008 season yet.
Where ever Alonso ends up, i hope he can put a lid on his whinging.

Woodywizz · 08-11-2007, 9:36 AM

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Originally Posted by hunts1uk

edit, Fisi to be driving taxi's somewhere near manchester.

...and what's wrong with Manchester, what are you trying to say?

07-11-2007, 8:08 PM	#25
Bluehorse Guest Posts: n/a	Re: F1 closed season chit chat Great news that Rosberg is staying put, he drives like a real racer and Williams (of old) always loved real racers such as Mansell and Nico's old man. His driving was excellent this year in a non manufacturer team, his performance in Brazil was some of the most aggressive stuff I've seen for ages. Reckon Alonso will head to Renault if they pay up, otherwise he is off to Honda in place of Ruebens B or he will end up taking the Yen from Toyota. PS any one on here talking about Webber? He was a make weight before in a deal. I think he had signed at Renault yet Flavio moved him to Williams to accomodate someone else, can't remember who though - Button or maybe Alonso.

07-11-2007, 8:40 PM	#27
Bluehorse Guest Posts: n/a	Re: F1 closed season chit chat Great point about Piquet, he will be a dead cert at Renault following Fisi's nightmare year of being well beaten by Heiki K. Tool old, too slow and too inconsistent. Saw Heiki at Race of Champions in Paris December 2004 when he beat Michael Schumacher in the Ferrari 360 event, he went mental and jumped up and down on roof of the car for 10 minutes. He was pretty special and I was amazed he struggled so much at the start of this year, but he was really strong in the second half of this season.