Good morning—we all know how this goes... and since that's the case, why bother getting worked up over posts like these? 🤷 The more someone unjustifiably trashes their rivals, the more obvious it becomes that they’re dealing with an inferiority complex or a crisis in results. So, in short: don't sweat it.
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placidridge2 said:Give me a break, everyone... the season has barely started. I honestly can't tell if you guys are being dead serious or just messing around.
We're nowhere near the end of the season, not to mention how much everyone's form is bouncing around right now.
You can't seriously expect Ferrari to stay this far ahead of the pack in every single race, right? 😕
You aren't quite seasoned enough here to catch all the nuances... 😁
If the sole reason Alonso hasn't secured a title is because Newey always managed to build a superior car, then he should theoretically be able to clinch it now that they've been better than Red Bull three times running.
rustyridge10 said:The top three drivers on the podium 🙏
I find myself in total agreement here. 🙏
Wouldn't it be something to see Kimi Räikkönen clinch the championship in a nail-biting battle against those two right through to the end of the season? 🙏
The fans finally have a reason to celebrate. 🙏 It feels like we’ve actually witnessed Ferrari produce a car that is undeniably the fastest on the grid. 🙏
I suppose anything short of a championship title would be quite a shock at this point.
I suppose anything short of a championship title would be quite a shock at this point.
What an absolute mess of a race... I have to say, Pirelli really went overboard this time. 🤦
Lewis Hamilton actually went out of his way to demand that he wouldn't receive any preferential treatment—something none of the team members had even bothered to bring up during the negotiations.
Nathan Jones98 said:Imagine if Chevrolet actually had the green light to push their engine development further—they probably would've had the best power unit on the grid...
Nathan, were you even watching NASCAR back in the nineties? 🤷
swifttiger75 said:Dammit! 🙂
The mods are clearly stuck in the pits—not a single one of them is out on the track! 🙂
Was anyone looking for me? 🙂
I've had guests over all day. Tomorrow, once I'm off work, I'll handle a few dozen post reports and deal with Sam Roberts8 regarding those oversized images in this opening thread. As for the rest of the launch itself, I have no complaints.
Setting the rules for the Reddit F1 championship 2013
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I recall suggesting a rather radical solution that would have elegantly handled this issue: if it’s discovered that someone has simply copied another user's predictions for the same race weekend, they lose five secondary points. Let them play their little strategic games if they want to.
asdf - copying others hasn't ever yielded anything besides petty arguments during the championship. Why on earth would one of your teammates bother copying your picks? Do you honestly believe you'll outperform him in every single race? If that's the case, you're either the forum's version of Sebastian Vettel or your teammate is the forum's version of Felipe Massa. Either way, you gain absolutely nothing from cheating.
If teammates were actually copying predictions, how would we even distribute the points? Surely, if they both claim the win, they can't both take 25 points—not if I'm getting a share too. If they argue there was no "DNF" due to copying, then they should both just split the 18. That approach solves the problem just as well.
asdf - copying others hasn't ever yielded anything besides petty arguments during the championship. Why on earth would one of your teammates bother copying your picks? Do you honestly believe you'll outperform him in every single race? If that's the case, you're either the forum's version of Sebastian Vettel or your teammate is the forum's version of Felipe Massa. Either way, you gain absolutely nothing from cheating.
If teammates were actually copying predictions, how would we even distribute the points? Surely, if they both claim the win, they can't both take 25 points—not if I'm getting a share too. If they argue there was no "DNF" due to copying, then they should both just split the 18. That approach solves the problem just as well.
Setting the rules for the Reddit F1 championship 2013
in Formula 1 ·
I wouldn't say that; I believe that falls squarely within Terry Carter2's area of expertise. 👍
Setting the rules for the Reddit F1 championship 2013
in Formula 1 ·
Just like whenever there’s a bit of favoritism at play, I wanted to make sure this was eye-catching. 😁
What exactly does Joe have to gain from the Cup if he failed to submit his forecast on time? Look, if the whole point of the Cup is for him to suggest an alternative scoring system, then fine, let’s go with that. But if he starts deviating from the rest of the established rules, then the whole thing loses its connection to the championship and fails its primary purpose.
What exactly does Joe have to gain from the Cup if he failed to submit his forecast on time? Look, if the whole point of the Cup is for him to suggest an alternative scoring system, then fine, let’s go with that. But if he starts deviating from the rest of the established rules, then the whole thing loses its connection to the championship and fails its primary purpose.
Setting the rules for the Reddit F1 championship 2013
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Listen, everyone, here is how we are going to handle this: Joe’s Cup will continue for the foreseeable future.
The reasons behind this have already been laid out, but they can be summarized quite simply: this isn't actually a "new" competition in any meaningful sense. It doesn't demand extra effort from the players, nor does it change the roster or the gameplay mechanics used in the championship. The outcome of Joe's Cup will merely serve as an alternative way to tally points, much like how the tocan trophy functioned previously.
However, to prevent any potential abuse of this thread or any unwanted tangents, this topic will now be used exclusively for publishing alternative standings and—should Joe (or anyone else) feel the need—providing general commentary on the results once the race is over.
To ensure this stays organized, I am closing the thread now and clearing out everything that isn't a result announcement (those posts will be moved over here). Once the race concludes and the math is finished, Joe will reach out to Terry Carter2 or myself to have us reopen the thread for the official results and any subsequent commentary.
The reasons behind this have already been laid out, but they can be summarized quite simply: this isn't actually a "new" competition in any meaningful sense. It doesn't demand extra effort from the players, nor does it change the roster or the gameplay mechanics used in the championship. The outcome of Joe's Cup will merely serve as an alternative way to tally points, much like how the tocan trophy functioned previously.
However, to prevent any potential abuse of this thread or any unwanted tangents, this topic will now be used exclusively for publishing alternative standings and—should Joe (or anyone else) feel the need—providing general commentary on the results once the race is over.
To ensure this stays organized, I am closing the thread now and clearing out everything that isn't a result announcement (those posts will be moved over here). Once the race concludes and the math is finished, Joe will reach out to Terry Carter2 or myself to have us reopen the thread for the official results and any subsequent commentary.
Setting the rules for the Reddit F1 championship 2013
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darkmarlin16 said:Look, as the guy who actually started this whole championship, I’ve officially signed off on this points system and honestly? It’s the absolute best way to do it.
If anyone’s got a problem with it, they can just go play something else.
Let's be reasonable here...
We aren't going to overhaul the entire scoring system mid-season; making drastic changes while the season is already underway would be completely pointless. However, we can certainly discuss a new system for next year. Furthermore, I don't see any harm in someone keeping track of points using an alternative system in parallel; it might actually help us visualize the potential impact of rule changes down the road. At the end of the day, nothing is set in stone, and whatever the majority decides will be the path we take. As for you being the founder... 🤷
Setting the rules for the Reddit F1 championship 2013
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As far as my own personal take goes (though I haven't had a chance to run this by my colleague yet), Joe could easily spend the entire year tallying points using an alternative system. Much like those old trophies awarded for finishing in certain positions, this wouldn't demand any extra effort from the drivers themselves, so why not?
However, if Joe’s alternative scoring method is going to survive, it needs to be handled systematically and with actual seriousness; the whole topic shouldn't turn into a breeding ground for trolls and spam. If that happens, the project will simply have to be shut down.
However, if Joe’s alternative scoring method is going to survive, it needs to be handled systematically and with actual seriousness; the whole topic shouldn't turn into a breeding ground for trolls and spam. If that happens, the project will simply have to be shut down.
Setting the rules for the Reddit F1 championship 2013
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I find myself quite agreeing with the proposed changes to the points system. 👍
Setting the rules for the Reddit F1 championship 2013
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darkmarlin16 said:MAX really caught me off guard here 🙂
And then he actually had the nerve to tell me I should give him an technical forecast.
Well, you certainly have a track record, don't you? Last year, Speedie failed to send out even half the forecasts, and now Max has gone and completely messed things up—something you'd never expect from him. Not to mention how she totally blindsided you when you were just trying to start the thread...🙂
Setting the rules for the Reddit F1 championship 2013
in Formula 1 ·
In my view, the most logical approach would be to set the deadline either right at the scheduled start of the third practice session or just before qualifying begins—perhaps no later than ten minutes prior to the green flag.
All-time great drivers and teams
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stefane, there’s a master thread pinned at the top containing a full index of all our primary topics. You might want to take a quick look through it before starting another new thread about a subject we've already covered extensively in several other places.
2013 Car Reveal & Winter Testing Kickoff
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Amanda Kelly said:Think they'll pull it off and beat both McLarens again?
If I had my way, he’d be leading the entire field, which would naturally put him ahead of both McLarens. 😁
But let's be realistic: simply repeating a third-place finish individually, while simultaneously improving the team's overall standing, would strike me as a stellar achievement. It really doesn't matter who takes the top two spots.
2013 Car Reveal & Winter Testing Kickoff
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shadowstag10 said:
"Lotus is a true racing outfit. Their focus remains strictly on the track rather than getting bogged down by external distractions, which is a rarity in this sport. There is significantly less internal politics here compared to other teams, and that is precisely why I find being part of this organization so rewarding. Our only real hurdle is that our budget isn't quite as massive as some of the powerhouse teams. Ultimately, though, what matters most is that everyone is giving their absolute best and making the most of the resources we have at our disposal."
🙏 🙏 🙏
http://www.formula1.com/en/latest/news/raikkonen-we-can-fight-for-the-title/
Well, who wouldn't want him on their side? 🤷
"Lotus is a true racing outfit. Their focus remains strictly on the track rather than getting bogged down by external distractions, which is a rarity in this sport. There is significantly less internal politics here compared to other teams, and that is precisely why I find being part of this organization so rewarding. Our only real hurdle is that our budget isn't quite as massive as some of the powerhouse teams. Ultimately, though, what matters most is that everyone is giving their absolute best and making the most of the resources we have at our disposal."
🙏 🙏 🙏
http://www.formula1.com/en/latest/news/raikkonen-we-can-fight-for-the-title/
Well, who wouldn't want him on their side? 🤷