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      06-18-2021, 02:35 AM   #45
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So what's the source of this info? I can't see MB putting Hammy in BOT's chassis if they think something is wrong with it.
Here's a more detailed clip I found.
https://www.planetf1.com/news/merced...ch-grand-prix/
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Ocon's helmet sticks out from the halo.. it shouldnt be safe for him no other driver looks like that..
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Interesting to see how FP1 played out with the improved regulations to stop teams using cheaty bendy wings and low tyre pressures...coughredbullastonmartinferraricough.
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Talking of bendy wings wonder how the Merc front wings are stacking up.Setting a quick time is all very well so when will the tests start on BOTH wings.
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Here's a more detailed clip I found.
https://www.planetf1.com/news/merced...ch-grand-prix/
Thanks, I need to add planetf1 to my reading list. I usually only check grandprix247 & the official F1 site.
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so no gravel traps.
the blue is abrasive to slow the cars down.
the red more so.

the blue looks like Yas Marina Blue.

does that mean that I can now call my car colour Paul Ricard 2021 Blue?
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''Not too bad huh'' Max.
BOT and hammy just couldn't pull anything else out.
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things are looking much better for Mercs comparing with the last 2 races.. Bottas looks like he nailed the setup and happy with the car while Lewis is still not happy with the car completely.. for now pole looks like can go to 3 drivers but for the race Mercs look stronger..
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''Not too bad huh'' Max.
"Well done, good boy Max, good boy." Horner

"praise me master praise me, throw ball throw ball...ooo squirrel!!" Max
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"Well done, good boy Max, good boy." Horner

"praise me master praise me, throw ball throw ball...ooo squirrel!!" Max
Lets not get carried away now heheh Someone else also thinks Mercs will be quicker in race pace with hammy in BOT's car ..
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things are looking much better for Mercs comparing with the last 2 races.. Bottas looks like he nailed the setup and happy with the car while Lewis is still not happy with the car completely.. for now pole looks like can go to 3 drivers but for the race Mercs look stronger..
Today HONDA took it easy with the 'new spec-2 PU .
Data is been stored . Tomorrow they pull it open ...
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Today HONDA took it easy with the 'new spec-2 PU .
Data is been stored . Tomorrow they pull it open ...
You were not joking about the wind there my friend, it already blew Seb and Mick S into the barrier earlier.
Also BOT ran over a high kerb totalling a front wing with tens of thousands of euros damage underneath (hammy's tub) car.
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You were not joking about the wind there my friend, it already blew Seb and Mick S into the barrier earlier.
Also BOT ran over a high kerb totalling a front wing with tens of thousands of euros damage underneath (hammy's tub) car.
Sunday the wind will blow even stronger my friend ..

Note : I have family in France , nieces and a nephew are not far from there .
I learned how to drink Ricard (Pastis) over there . Good Lord ! (no joke)
=> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ricard_(drink)
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Sunday the wind will blow even stronger my friend ..

Note : I have family in France , nieces and a nephew are not far from there .
I learned how to drink Ricard (Pastis) over there . Good Lord ! (no joke)
=> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ricard_(drink)
45%vol alc makes it a potent aperitif and one to sip slowly I think my friend. I see it's part of the Pernod group which I know of well... I might check this one out myself.
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45%vol alc makes it a potent aperitif and one to sip slowly I think my friend. I see it's part of the Pernod group which I know of well... I might check this one out myself.


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You were not joking about the wind there my friend, it already blew Seb and Mick S into the barrier earlier.
It's the legendary Mistral wind!
The 1,8 km long straight at Paul Ricard/Le Castellet is in fact called the Mistral straight. Unfortunately they added a left-right chicane halfway through.

By doing this, they took the soul out of a very special track. The blue and red paint made it even worse.

This is how it used to be:
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If I'm not mistaken this has a nice liquorice taste and comparable to Ouzo which you don't mix with water just add ice.
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.008! Sergio had problems getting his tyres up to temp and having a near miss with a Haas..think it shook him up a bit..wondering who that driver was Mazepin? Probably!
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It's the legendary Mistral wind!
The 1,8 km long straight at Paul Ricard/Le Castellet is in fact called the Mistral straight. Unfortunately they added a left-right chicane halfway through.

By doing this, they took the soul out of a very special track. The blue and red paint made it even worse.

This is how it used to be:
The chicane may be a blessing to cut down on top speed with the risk of tyre blow out seemingly present more now.
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If I'm not mistaken this has a nice liquorice taste and comparable to Ouzo which you don't mix with water just add ice.
Ricard is actually anise and Ouzo more like liquorice .
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.008! Sergio had problems getting his tyres up to temp and having a near miss with a Haas..think it shook him up a bit..wondering who that driver was Mazepin? Probably!
Positive my friend , it was Mazepin ( as usual ) !
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