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Introducing a new thread - anything you wanna say about F1 that doesn't really fit into any topics out and about already? Got a question you need answering or whatever? Just post here :D

So starting with me - anyone tried the Yas Marina circuit on rFactor? I tried downloading it but it didn't show up on my circuits. I'll sort that out in a sec but wondering if anyone's given it a go yet?

It's one of those age-old things ain't it from video games. You buy a series of games, get used to it then on one of the games the controls change, and a friend playing the new game for a first time has it easier to beat you.

I mean like Kip said, Schumi will have the practice sessions to get used to how the car handles, what KERS is like, and understand the layout of the Valencia Street Circuit. So long as he puts in enough laps, he'll get to a competitive level. As to whether it'd be the same level as 2006 is another question though.

I quess we won't know the answer to that question until we get to Valencica, but you can bet your house on the fact he will probably be one of the hardest working drivers during the summer break and free practice on Friday.

Hitler's unseen reaction to the F1 split

"Don't worry, Alonso already drives a tank" :lol:

I can't understand why Honda still want Jenson, he's passed it IMO...KimisApprentice

Oh, the joys of looking back in the past of the F1PU :wink:

Someone stop me. I consistently pick up on things KA said that don't turn out to be (Toyota in '08, Brawn car, and now Button). 'Tis not cool :(

From a fan's perspective, I sincerely hope not, but as a general viewer it could be exciting if it does occur.

But like I say, not this year please!

Less than 2 hours until the GP threads again, woop. Been too long.

It annoyed me how bad the F1 race was, given the GP2 races were quite good. Crash into the first chicane on the opening lap, and Pantano and Senna - two championship contenders - both running out of fuel just yards from the line.

The circuit CAN be good, it's just getting those qualities in the races. And if all else fails, Spa-Francorchamps is the week after.

Oh lord, has anyone seen the BBC advert for the European GP? It's ITV ****-worthy.

Hamilton is the ONLY driver in it.

Fernando Alonso says his and his Renault team's sole goal for the 2009 season is to win both championships.Report on January 19th

DRIVERS CHAMPIONSHIP

11. Fernando Alonso (Renault, 16 pts.)

CONSTRUCTORS CHAMPIONSHIP

7. Renault (16 pts.)

Redders1989

I've been in a bit of a creative mood - thoughts?

EDIT: Made a 2nd version, wasn't too keen on the original Button image:

The headline is misleading - and the document doesn't actually specify anything about the headline itself - but according to GP Diary (which is like what, unreliable a majority of the time?), Tilke has been "sacked" after the Yas Marina snorefest (which was saved by Button's battle with Webber at the end).

I'm still taking it with a pinch of salt and not believing it, but we need a new designer - Tilke can't do the job anymore.

Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Massa on their first child. Felipinho was born on Tuesday, weighing in at 3.37KG and at a height of 49cm.

Future 2nd gen driver?

Lil Felipe looks well out of it XD

Lil Felipe looks well out of it XDkipi19

Clearly been shown what alcohol is like already :lol:

Jenson Button is a genius.

He called in during Vernon Kay's show to talk with him, and at the end wished a Merry Christmas to the "viewers". This is a radio show.

Ralf Schumacher is interested in a comeback to Formula 1, just like this brother. "I notice how much the desire to race in F1 is still inside me," Michael's younger brother told German magazine Bild. "There must be a challenge, it is not about money but what we can achieve with the team."BBC Gossip Page

World champion Jenson Button is set to receive an MBE and Mercedes team boss Ross Brawn is to be awarded an OBE in the Queen's New Year Honours List.BBC Sport Gossip Column

Hooray!

After a fast start in the Artic Lapland Rally, 2007 F1 champion Kimi Raikkonen crashed into a tree during the second stage. Raikkonen, who will race in this season's World Rally Championships, and co-driver Kaj Lindstrom were unhurt and got the car back on the road.

WRC.com 

FIA has just announced (like two minutes ago) they won't be publishing the starting weights of the cars this year.

Err, because they'll virtually all be the same, give or take a few kilos?

Err, because they'll virtually all be the same, give or take a few kilos?

Redders1989

More-so its to do with fuel efficiency. With the weights published straight away you will be able to tell which team's engine is the most fuel efficient, and if there is a big difference FOTA will again ask for engine equalisation which the FIA don't want to do.

Read it somewhere, can't recall where.

thats cause piqiet didn't have a guy telling him to crash :p

Win.

Heikki has been here this morning watching. Now going back to hotel, he says to train, we think for a game of golfMike Gascoyne on Twitter

And just a few seconds ago:

Back at the track for debrief and dinner, had a good game of go.. I mean fitness session!Heikki Kovalainen on Twitter