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I remember hearing about how he either wins or crashes, never thought they were being that literal about it.
2013 Formula 1 Grand Prix du Canada
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I remember hearing about how he either wins or crashes, never thought they were being that literal about it.
I'd like to see Force India do well this weekend. They've been pretty consistent during the season so far and it would good to see them keep it up, maybe even bag themselves a podium. Paul di Resta, preferably.
I'd like either of the Mercedes drivers to win. Since Hamilton moved from McLaren, it's been hard to choose which team I support more. But after some of Nico's performances last year with Schumacher as a team mate, he managed to hold his own, even getting his first win. Then how well he's done this season with a few pole positions and even a race win, they're my team.
I'd like either of the Mercedes drivers to win. Since Hamilton moved from McLaren, it's been hard to choose which team I support more. But after some of Nico's performances last year with Schumacher as a team mate, he managed to hold his own, even getting his first win. Then how well he's done this season with a few pole positions and even a race win, they're my team.
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Hamilton should do well here. I'm still on the 2011 wasn't all his fault side. I want him to lead pole to flag so the media does a 180 degree turn about him wanting to be a rapper and a dog lover more than his race profession 
For a guy 'struggling' he was .09 slower than Rosberg in qualifying last round. Whoa.
For a guy 'struggling' he was .09 slower than Rosberg in qualifying last round. Whoa.
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Maria De Vilotta. Good to see her better.
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That's the 1st footage I ever seen of it.
. Qualifing and Race. 
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Hamilton should do well here. I'm still on the 2011 wasn't all his fault side. I want him to lead pole to flag so the media does a 180 degree turn about him wanting to be a rapper and a dog lover more than his race profession
Had he not lost so much time in sector 1 then who knows he might have been on the top step come Sunday, having said that I think Rosberg is slightly quicker at the moment.
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Yeah I also believed so. Apparently Hamilton said he still doesnt trust the Mercedes the way he was trusting the Mclaren. So he can't attack as much as he wants.
FP1 wasnt really interesting. Nothing to note really atm.
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The commentators in FP2 were talking about how a lot of it is to do with the brakes in the Mercedes not Suiting Hamilton's driving style as well as it does Rosberg's, something to do with Hamilton preferring to apply full braking pressure more quickly than most other drivers, which he can't do with the current brakes without risking locking up.
That's how I interpreted what they said anyway, I wasn't paying that much attention.
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It was interesting watching and comparing Sky versus BBC over the practice sessions.
The BBC benefits hugely from Gary Anderson really. In a straight comparison when talking about Hamilton's brakes, Ferrari's update package or swapping Pirelli's left to right - Gary Anderson explained it far better and in much greater detail. Ted Kravitz tended to wander off on some random trivia or joke or whatever.
On Hamilton's brakes:
Anderson - explained in detail the differences between brake suppliers, how the brake fluid system works (and can affect a driver's feel), differences in driving styles, etc.
Herbert/Kravitz - generically talked about different brake suppliers but in no huge detail.
On Ferrari's updates:
Anderson - pointed out the curved sections of the front wing and talked about how the teams were looking to make the wing behave consistently over a race by avoiding getting too much rubber pick-up stuck in the slots. Also talked about the return of the side-pod mid-wings.
Kravitz - mentioned the side-pod mid-wings and then talked about Alonso's Spongebob Squarepants lucky charm.
On swapping Pirelli's left to right:
Anderson - explained (in greater detail on the BBC website) how they came up with idea with Goodyear when working at Jordan. Explained that the torque can cause an increase in the behaviour of toe-in or toe-out and that the pattern of the tyre structure affects this. Swapping sides can help promote toe-in (or vice versa).
Herbert/Kravitz - postulated that it might be to do with tyre wear.
Honestly, I almost don't care about the rest in terms of commentary. It's great to hear someone, anyone, finally know what they're talking about and able to talk in technical detail but still be understandable and interesting.
I used to think Kravitz was quite good, but seeing such a direct comparison with Gary Anderson really makes him look pretty amateur.
The BBC benefits hugely from Gary Anderson really. In a straight comparison when talking about Hamilton's brakes, Ferrari's update package or swapping Pirelli's left to right - Gary Anderson explained it far better and in much greater detail. Ted Kravitz tended to wander off on some random trivia or joke or whatever.
On Hamilton's brakes:
Anderson - explained in detail the differences between brake suppliers, how the brake fluid system works (and can affect a driver's feel), differences in driving styles, etc.
Herbert/Kravitz - generically talked about different brake suppliers but in no huge detail.
On Ferrari's updates:
Anderson - pointed out the curved sections of the front wing and talked about how the teams were looking to make the wing behave consistently over a race by avoiding getting too much rubber pick-up stuck in the slots. Also talked about the return of the side-pod mid-wings.
Kravitz - mentioned the side-pod mid-wings and then talked about Alonso's Spongebob Squarepants lucky charm.
On swapping Pirelli's left to right:
Anderson - explained (in greater detail on the BBC website) how they came up with idea with Goodyear when working at Jordan. Explained that the torque can cause an increase in the behaviour of toe-in or toe-out and that the pattern of the tyre structure affects this. Swapping sides can help promote toe-in (or vice versa).
Herbert/Kravitz - postulated that it might be to do with tyre wear.
Honestly, I almost don't care about the rest in terms of commentary. It's great to hear someone, anyone, finally know what they're talking about and able to talk in technical detail but still be understandable and interesting.
I used to think Kravitz was quite good, but seeing such a direct comparison with Gary Anderson really makes him look pretty amateur.
Ted tends to try to simplify things a lot, try to come up with relatable similies that anyone can understand because he's from a broadcaster/presenter background whilst Gary, coming from the background he does, just explains the technical stuff straight up.
Gary also spent a lot of time on the Williams front wing, talking about the slot gaps and the positioning of the FIA cameras and how they can affect the airflow, which parts of the wing were pretty standard within the rules and what they were more free to position. Very informative.
He does get some things wrong but for the most part I agree, he's the best part of the BBC team.
Gary also spent a lot of time on the Williams front wing, talking about the slot gaps and the positioning of the FIA cameras and how they can affect the airflow, which parts of the wing were pretty standard within the rules and what they were more free to position. Very informative.
He does get some things wrong but for the most part I agree, he's the best part of the BBC team.
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Supposedly the system McLaren had was much more efficient and to his style than what we see at Merc. Couple that with the failure during winter testing and wanting different rotors...and you get a story to why Lewis has been more easy on brakes, and beating himself up for not doing well enough.
Also I still say Vettel will be ahead of Alonso if the weekend stays cold and wet.
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Mercedes for pole I feel. If not it will be 'Alfonso'.
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I think Lewis and Seb have a lot more time to give in qualifying after watching P2, Alonso or Vettel to win. I hope it's dry, wet races last too long and the element of luck plays too much of a role.
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