Grand Prix

SUPERTEACH · 22nd October 2006, 19:42

Well done to Honda with a podium place in the Grand Prix from Brazil.

basegreen · 22nd October 2006, 20:04

Extra well done for denying schumacher a podium place in his last race

Hartside · 22nd October 2006, 20:56

A great drive from Button to finish 3rd from 14th at the start. An exceptional drive from Schumi after his puncture, leaving him 71 seconds behind the leader at one point.

Love him or loathe him, Formula 1 is worse off for not having him around anymore!

WoolyCiv · 22nd October 2006, 21:01

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hartside

A great drive from Button to finish 3rd from 14th at the start. An exceptional drive from Schumi after his puncture, leaving him 71 seconds behind the leader at one point.

Love him or loathe him, Formula 1 is worse off for not having him around anymore!

He has been at the top a long time and will be sorely missed.

jme1978 · 23rd October 2006, 00:34

What a genius he was today - he was the greatest. And he IS still the best.

Renault couldn't even get close to our 2nd driver!!

Fernando Alonso, world champion 2005-6: "I always said to become champion when Michael was still on the track has more value than when he retire and I was extremely lucky to win the last two championships. All the drivers wish him the best with his new life with his family and it has been for us a pleasure to race with him."
Mika Hakkinen, world champion 1998-99: "If you take the overall picture then there is no doubt about Michael and what he has done in his career in F1. He has achieved something remarkable. I don't think there will be a driver in the future who can beat that achievement for a long time, or maybe ever."

Felipe Massa, 2006 Ferrari team-mate: "He is a great guy, a fantastic person for me because he wanted me in the team, and I will miss him."

SCHUMACHER'S RECORDS

Wins: 91
Drivers' titles: 7
Pole positions: 68
Fastest laps: 75
Points: 1,369
Flavio Briatore, Renault team boss: "What Michael Schumacher has done today will go down in the history of F1. He was flying. I don't know what he had but he was literally flying. We've won a difficult championship against an extrememly difficult rival, Ferrari, so congratulations to them too for keeping the title open even too much."

Stirling Moss, British motorsport legend: "I'm sure he will be remembered, first of all, for being able to galvanise a team so well. He was an amazing personality.

"He got Ferrari, when they were really nowhere, and took the right men with him and he brought the team forward, galvanised them together, and with his ability and the sort of person he is he got them into being the winning car they are today."

Niki Lauda, three-time world champion: "He is the greatest. Nobody will ever beat him, as long as we are alive."

David Coulthard, rival: "He is the greatest all-round racing driver this sport has seen."

Gutted he's gone - but FORZA FERRARI!!!! Come on KIMI and Felipe!! 2007

J (both

but

)

CivPilot · 23rd October 2006, 07:51

And moment of the Race actually came before the race itself.....

"I was having a ****" - Kimi live to Martin Brundle.

Classic.

elfa7 · 23rd October 2006, 14:49

Quote:

Originally Posted by WoolyCiv

He has been at the top a long time and will be sorely missed.

I wonder if Damon Hill would agree with you ?

richierich · 23rd October 2006, 15:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by CivPilot

And moment of the Race actually came before the race itself.....

"I was having a ****" - Kimi live to Martin Brundle.

Classic.

That was brilliant!

I think he knew he was on TV and was having a laugh with Martin. Classic.

Bungle · 23rd October 2006, 15:08

He was a great driver, but I was not a fan. IMO, he was a bad sport, and extremely arrogant. He will certainly go down in history as a great driver, though. That can't be disputed.

Being british, I have to support BUtton, but I have heard similar things about him, so I don't know who to support, anymore! But he drives a Honda, so maybe I should.

Charles_Harding · 23rd October 2006, 15:20

Quote:

Originally Posted by CivPilot

And moment of the Race actually came before the race itself.....

"I was having a ****" - Kimi live to Martin Brundle.

Classic.

I'm not surprised.

The way they drive!!!

I'm amazes that they don't do it more often!!!

""Don't steal - the Government hates competition!"

CivPilot · 24th October 2006, 08:20

Picture the scene, Goodwood Festival of speed several years ago.
Myself and a mate standing chatting to Sir Stirling Moss who is happily signing autographs and talking b*llox with fans. Movement to the side reveals a huge crowd of bodygaurds in black sunglasses surrounding a small guy in a baseball cap. Head of state? President of the united states? God?
No, heeeeeeeeres Jenson!!!
Refusing to sign any Autographs and not even acknowledging the fans surrounding his cavalcade of security, just acting like a total rock star.
Since that moment I've never liked the guy, arrogant idiot IMHO. Seen him at Goodwood a couple of times since and he know signs autographs, but only when he has to for Honda, other times he disapears into the drivers enclosure with the same air of self importance.

Ps. Sir Sterling watched him pass with a look of slight confusion, then carried on writing the autograph he was in the middle of and was seen to gently shake his head and heard to make a gentle tut noise under his breath. Said it all really.
PPs. Kimi's toilet humour is now on Youtube

basegreen · 24th October 2006, 08:34

Charles_Harding · 24th October 2006, 10:44

[quote=CivPilot;24546]Picture the scene, Goodwood Festival of speed several years ago.
Myself and a mate standing chatting to Sir Stirling Moss who is happily signing autographs and talking b*llox with fans. Movement to the side reveals a huge crowd of bodygaurds in black sunglasses surrounding a small guy in a baseball cap. Head of state? President of the united states? God?
No, heeeeeeeeres Jenson!!!
Refusing to sign any Autographs and not even acknowledging the fans surrounding his cavalcade of security, just acting like a total rock star.
Since that moment I've never liked the guy, arrogant idiot IMHO. Seen him at Goodwood a couple of times since and he know signs autographs, but only when he has to for Honda, other times he disapears into the drivers enclosure with the same air of self importance.

Ps. Sir Sterling watched him pass with a look of slight confusion, then carried on writing the autograph he was in the middle of and was seen to gently shake his head and heard to make a gentle tut noise under his breath. Said it all really.
/quote]

Went to the Ideal Home Exhibition a few years back and Sir Stirling was on a stand handing out leaflets for double glazing!!

Then nearby every one was asked to stand back to allow someone to pass, it was Nigel Mansell, surrounded by body guards making sure that you don't touch.

Don't think much of him either!!

"It's lonely at the top, but you eat better!"

Charles_Harding · 24th October 2006, 10:48

Quote:

Originally Posted by CivPilot

And moment of the Race actually came before the race itself.....

"I was having a ****" - Kimi live to Martin Brundle.

Classic.

......That's two of us - Kimi needs a wiper as well!

"Life is like a straw - It sucks!"

sarahjo · 24th October 2006, 21:03

[quote=Charles_Harding;24584]
Quote:

Originally Posted by CivPilot

Picture the scene, Goodwood Festival of speed several years ago.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CivPilot

Myself and a mate standing chatting to Sir Stirling Moss who is happily signing autographs and talking b*llox with fans. Movement to the side reveals a huge crowd of bodygaurds in black sunglasses surrounding a small guy in a baseball cap. Head of state? President of the united states? God?
No, heeeeeeeeres Jenson!!!
Refusing to sign any Autographs and not even acknowledging the fans surrounding his cavalcade of security, just acting like a total rock star.
Since that moment I've never liked the guy, arrogant idiot IMHO. Seen him at Goodwood a couple of times since and he know signs autographs, but only when he has to for Honda, other times he disapears into the drivers enclosure with the same air of self importance.

Ps. Sir Sterling watched him pass with a look of slight confusion, then carried on writing the autograph he was in the middle of and was seen to gently shake his head and heard to make a gentle tut noise under his breath. Said it all really.
/quote]

Went to the Ideal Home Exhibition a few years back and Sir Stirling was on a stand handing out leaflets for double glazing!!

Then nearby every one was asked to stand back to allow someone to pass, it was Nigel Mansell, surrounded by body guards making sure that you don't touch.

Don't think much of him either!!

"It's lonely at the top, but you eat better!"

No Nigel is lovely...i met him at Silverstone..that very wet and mud soaked one in April....whenever...can't remember what year done too much since...got an autograph and he told his PA where to go cos she was rushing us

Charles_Harding · 25th October 2006, 17:52

Ok Sarahjo

1 each

He could have had Max Clifford on tow when you met him!

"People who think they know what they are doing are especially annoying to us who do!"

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22nd October 2006, 20:04	#2 (permalink)
basegreen Super Moderator Join Date: 15th April 2006 Location: noitacoL Posts: 2,958 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 102 Times in 12 Posts iTrader: (1)	Extra well done for denying schumacher a podium place in his last race

22nd October 2006, 20:56	#3 (permalink)
Hartside Supporter Join Date: 4th May 2006 Location: Northumberland Posts: 645 Thanks given: 1 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts iTrader: (0)	A great drive from Button to finish 3rd from 14th at the start. An exceptional drive from Schumi after his puncture, leaving him 71 seconds behind the leader at one point. Love him or loathe him, Formula 1 is worse off for not having him around anymore!

23rd October 2006, 00:34	#5 (permalink)
jme1978 Join Date: 29th April 2006 Location: Cheshire Posts: 211 Thanks given: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	What a genius he was today - he was the greatest. And he IS still the best. Renault couldn't even get close to our 2nd driver!! Fernando Alonso, world champion 2005-6: "I always said to become champion when Michael was still on the track has more value than when he retire and I was extremely lucky to win the last two championships. All the drivers wish him the best with his new life with his family and it has been for us a pleasure to race with him." Mika Hakkinen, world champion 1998-99: "If you take the overall picture then there is no doubt about Michael and what he has done in his career in F1. He has achieved something remarkable. I don't think there will be a driver in the future who can beat that achievement for a long time, or maybe ever." Felipe Massa, 2006 Ferrari team-mate: "He is a great guy, a fantastic person for me because he wanted me in the team, and I will miss him." SCHUMACHER'S RECORDS Wins: 91 Drivers' titles: 7 Pole positions: 68 Fastest laps: 75 Points: 1,369 Flavio Briatore, Renault team boss: "What Michael Schumacher has done today will go down in the history of F1. He was flying. I don't know what he had but he was literally flying. We've won a difficult championship against an extrememly difficult rival, Ferrari, so congratulations to them too for keeping the title open even too much." Stirling Moss, British motorsport legend: "I'm sure he will be remembered, first of all, for being able to galvanise a team so well. He was an amazing personality. "He got Ferrari, when they were really nowhere, and took the right men with him and he brought the team forward, galvanised them together, and with his ability and the sort of person he is he got them into being the winning car they are today." Niki Lauda, three-time world champion: "He is the greatest. Nobody will ever beat him, as long as we are alive." David Coulthard, rival: "He is the greatest all-round racing driver this sport has seen." Gutted he's gone - but FORZA FERRARI!!!! Come on KIMI and Felipe!! 2007 J (both but )

23rd October 2006, 07:51	#6 (permalink)
CivPilot 您看了 Join Date: 1st May 2006 Location: Surrey/Hants Posts: 456 Thanks given: 3 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	And moment of the Race actually came before the race itself..... "I was having a ****" - Kimi live to Martin Brundle. Classic.

23rd October 2006, 15:08	#9 (permalink)
Bungle Join Date: 3rd July 2006 Location: Medway, Kent Posts: 1,359 Thanks given: 3 Thanked 13 Times in 8 Posts iTrader: (0)	He was a great driver, but I was not a fan. IMO, he was a bad sport, and extremely arrogant. He will certainly go down in history as a great driver, though. That can't be disputed. Being british, I have to support BUtton, but I have heard similar things about him, so I don't know who to support, anymore! But he drives a Honda, so maybe I should.

24th October 2006, 08:20	#11 (permalink)
CivPilot 您看了 Join Date: 1st May 2006 Location: Surrey/Hants Posts: 456 Thanks given: 3 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post iTrader: (0)	Picture the scene, Goodwood Festival of speed several years ago. Myself and a mate standing chatting to Sir Stirling Moss who is happily signing autographs and talking b*llox with fans. Movement to the side reveals a huge crowd of bodygaurds in black sunglasses surrounding a small guy in a baseball cap. Head of state? President of the united states? God? No, heeeeeeeeres Jenson!!! Refusing to sign any Autographs and not even acknowledging the fans surrounding his cavalcade of security, just acting like a total rock star. Since that moment I've never liked the guy, arrogant idiot IMHO. Seen him at Goodwood a couple of times since and he know signs autographs, but only when he has to for Honda, other times he disapears into the drivers enclosure with the same air of self importance. Ps. Sir Sterling watched him pass with a look of slight confusion, then carried on writing the autograph he was in the middle of and was seen to gently shake his head and heard to make a gentle tut noise under his breath. Said it all really. PPs. Kimi's toilet humour is now on Youtube

24th October 2006, 08:34	#12 (permalink)
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24th October 2006, 10:44	#13 (permalink)
Charles_Harding Join Date: 14th August 2006 Location: S.E. London Posts: 3,366 Thanks given: 113 Thanked 36 Times in 33 Posts iTrader: (0)	[quote=CivPilot;24546]Picture the scene, Goodwood Festival of speed several years ago. Myself and a mate standing chatting to Sir Stirling Moss who is happily signing autographs and talking bllox with fans. Movement to the side reveals a huge crowd of bodygaurds in black sunglasses surrounding a small guy in a baseball cap. Head of state? President of the united states? God? No, heeeeeeeeres Jenson!!!* Refusing to sign any Autographs and not even acknowledging the fans surrounding his cavalcade of security, just acting like a total rock star. Since that moment I've never liked the guy, arrogant idiot IMHO. Seen him at Goodwood a couple of times since and he know signs autographs, but only when he has to for Honda, other times he disapears into the drivers enclosure with the same air of self importance. Ps. Sir Sterling watched him pass with a look of slight confusion, then carried on writing the autograph he was in the middle of and was seen to gently shake his head and heard to make a gentle tut noise under his breath. Said it all really. /quote] Went to the Ideal Home Exhibition a few years back and Sir Stirling was on a stand handing out leaflets for double glazing!! Then nearby every one was asked to stand back to allow someone to pass, it was Nigel Mansell, surrounded by body guards making sure that you don't touch. Don't think much of him either!! "It's lonely at the top, but you eat better!"

25th October 2006, 17:52	#16 (permalink)
Charles_Harding Join Date: 14th August 2006 Location: S.E. London Posts: 3,366 Thanks given: 113 Thanked 36 Times in 33 Posts iTrader: (0)	Ok Sarahjo 1 each He could have had Max Clifford on tow when you met him! "People who think they know what they are doing are especially annoying to us who do!"