Bernie wanted the last 3 races to be double points but the teams opted for just the last race (which makes less sense). We won't see it next year, I don't think.
As for Vettel's 89 million, there's just no way. Kimi and Fred RUMOURED to have been around 50, and Vettel 40 million more than both of them? Don't believe the hype. I'd be surprised if they even gave him as much as FA, to be honest. Maybe 89 over the course of his three year contract.
Bernie wanted the last 3 races to be double points but the teams opted for just the last race (which makes less sense). We won't see it next year, I don't think.
As for Vettel's 89 million, there's just no way. Kimi and Fred RUMOURED to have been around 50, and Vettel 40 million more than both of them? Don't believe the hype. I'd be surprised if they even gave him as much as FA, to be honest. Maybe 89 over the course of his three year contract.
KImi's contract was a reported 153M for three years. In 2007. 7 years later and a four time world champ, I think it is entirely possible. I would guess that it is laden with incentives. He makes 60 m base and the 90m if he wins the drivers championship. Crazy money but possible in formula one. Wasnt schumi's contract 60m at its height? And that was years ago.
I think a lot of that was speculation, historically. Usually is. Ferrari going public (is that the correct phrasing?) will open their books though so I guess we'll find out!
Of course it's possible, but I have a hard time thinking they'd actually pay him that much. Especially with their shitty cars. Hambone is doing his own negotiating, I had heard a number a while ago they thought he was looking for but I forget what it was. Maybe 50.
I think a lot of that was speculation, historically. Usually is. Ferrari going public (is that the correct phrasing?) will open their books though so I guess we'll find out!
Of course it's possible, but I have a hard time thinking they'd actually pay him that much. Especially with their shitty cars. Hambone is doing his own negotiating, I had heard a number a while ago they thought he was looking for but I forget what it was. Maybe 50.
I dont think the racing team will be part of the entity that goes public. It may even just be Ferrari north america. You will never see the books for a top f1 team.
Interesting race, and I have to say Rosberg showed he is a real sportsman with his actions and comments during and after the race. Bravo. Good job by Hambone (ugh) to win the WDC this year, he earned it.
Yeah I hated Alonso when he first joined the team, but didn't take long to win me over with his skills. I don't like Vettel, we'll see if he can do what Alonso did :P
Drivers: Hamilton / Rosberg / Ricciardo Constructors: Mercedes / RBR / Williams
Congratulations to Hamilton! I was amazed by his driving skills throughout this year. He certainly deserved it. Also kudos to Williams for their third place at the boxes (their previous one was 9th)! Kimi needs to do much better next year. I don't like the fact that Ferrari will be fourth at the pits, but maybe it's for a good reason. Here's to a more exciting 2015-2016 championship! ~O)
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Disappointed that we did not get to see Hamilton and Rosberg battle it out for the title. So much potential for a dramatic finish. I really enjoyed this season and cant wait for next year!
Chaos in Maranello! They are gonna spend a billion dollars to fix that team. Which is nothing considering they make 10 times that amount off the knuckleheads who buy their overpriced gear. hahahahaha.
Chaos in Maranello! They are gonna spend a billion dollars to fix that team. Which is nothing considering they make 10 times that amount off the knuckleheads who buy their overpriced gear. hahahahaha.
Chaos in Maranello! They are gonna spend a billion dollars to fix that team. Which is nothing considering they make 10 times that amount off the knuckleheads who buy their overpriced gear. hahahahaha.
(No offense Rygar)
Haha, none taken! We'd all drive a Ferrari if given the chance, even you
Great season. Still not a fan of Hamilbum but that's got nothing to do with his skill I guess %-(
Dan and Valtteri are absolute standouts for me. Can't wait for the day these two are going at it up front with each other. Real racers.
Absolutely fascinating season ahead though. Can't help but think of all the goings on already. Will Verstappen cut it. Can Seb do a Michael(although I'm not expecting too much for a year or two). Riccardo and Kyvat at RBR. Alonso at McClaren. Honda coming in. Plus the 50 things I can't think of at the moment and the THOUSAND dramas that I have no idea about!
It will be very sad if Jensen doesn't get a ride. He can still push it with the best of them. Seems like one of the nicer fellows among them as well. Champion racer and good guy.
I am not a Button fan even remotely, but I have to say that the McLaren line up is really good on paper (so was the Ferrari line up before last season actually started!). Will miss FA in the red car.
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As for Vettel's 89 million, there's just no way. Kimi and Fred RUMOURED to have been around 50, and Vettel 40 million more than both of them? Don't believe the hype.
I'd be surprised if they even gave him as much as FA, to be honest. Maybe 89 over the course of his three year contract.
Of course it's possible, but I have a hard time thinking they'd actually pay him that much. Especially with their shitty cars.
Hambone is doing his own negotiating, I had heard a number a while ago they thought he was looking for but I forget what it was. Maybe 50.
Anyway here is to an exciting weekend!
No spoilers please!
Interesting race, and I have to say Rosberg showed he is a real sportsman with his actions and comments during and after the race. Bravo.
Good job by Hambone (ugh) to win the WDC this year, he earned it.
I'll miss Alonso's driving in a Ferrari, that's for sure.
Alonso said he basically started crying while pulling away for the formation lap. Emotional.
I loved Alonso in a Ferrari, he sure grew as a driver in those years.
Constructors: Mercedes / RBR / Williams
Congratulations to Hamilton! I was amazed by his driving skills throughout this year. He certainly deserved it. Also kudos to Williams for their third place at the boxes (their previous one was 9th)! Kimi needs to do much better next year. I don't like the fact that Ferrari will be fourth at the pits, but maybe it's for a good reason.
They are gonna spend a billion dollars to fix that team.
Which is nothing considering they make 10 times that amount off the knuckleheads who buy their overpriced gear. hahahahaha.
(No offense Rygar)
We'd all drive a Ferrari if given the chance, even you
And as long as it gets fixed, spend away :P
Dan and Valtteri are absolute standouts for me. Can't wait for the day these two are going at it up front with each other. Real racers.
Absolutely fascinating season ahead though. Can't help but think of all the goings on already. Will Verstappen cut it. Can Seb do a Michael(although I'm not expecting too much for a year or two). Riccardo and Kyvat at RBR. Alonso at McClaren. Honda coming in. Plus the 50 things I can't think of at the moment and the THOUSAND dramas that I have no idea about!
It will be very sad if Jensen doesn't get a ride. He can still push it with the best of them. Seems like one of the nicer fellows among them as well. Champion racer and good guy.
Confirmed line ups
http://m.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/motor-sport/formula-1-2015-driver-line-up-the-grid-is-locked-in-with-drivers-finding-teams-as-the-silly-season-wraps-up/story-fni2fu80-1227154118569
Will miss FA in the red car.