Posts by Chris Ortiz

Having them both side by side, just like that, really appeals to me.🙂

In my estimation, Rage Against the Machine stands out as undeniably one of the most influential rock bands of the more recent, modern era.

Let’s go, Duje! Get us to the World Cup!!🙂

Jason Campbell70 said:Or, as someone once said, quoting Jean Todt....

In a "sport" this expensive, you simply can't risk losing the championship—even over something as small as 7 points in this case.

And it seems Red Bull is the only one that hasn't realized it yet. This will come back to haunt them, just like what happened to McLaren in 2007.🙂

That’s fair enough, but Kimi was incredibly dominant that season with the most wins—if I recall correctly, he had six while everyone else was stuck with three or four—which makes him more than a deserving champion.

redheron12 said:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7IiR6Mgwyk

Go ahead, watch the clip and tell me—did Button actually miss his chance with Hamilton?

He did, and honestly, the whole thing is just a total comedy, albeit with slightly better acting.

cosmicridge5 said:How many posts did you guys manage to pump out while I was busy making my way through the Metro? 🙂 😁

Anyway, I agree that banning team orders is a complete joke. That rule is basically just dead ink on paper at this point. Nobody actually enforces it, nobody can realistically enforce it, nobody actually wants to enforce it, and I doubt anyone here is under any illusions about how that works. 😁 So why the sudden shock today, then? 😁 What have you guys seen lately?

Does it bother anyone else that there was just so much going on? I guess I'm wondering if it felt a bit overwhelming to everyone else too. Obviously.Yeah, I agree. It looks ridiculous, honestly. It’s just embarrassing to watch the drivers being forced to act like idiots for no reason.

Everyone involved—including us—is well aware that team orders and strategic decisions aren't going anywhere. They exist in every single garage on the grid. It's common knowledge that in Formula 1, the team's overall interest takes precedence over any individual driver's ego. Personally, I think that’s actually quite reasonable given the circumstances, and it’s honestly how things have to work if you want to win.

It’s pretty obvious that within McLaren (and even outside of it), Lewis is treated as the clear number one driver. Even though he's technically officially labeled as number two— The current world champion.😲 Even though he definitely still has a shot at the title. 😉 Lewis might have that slight edge in raw pace, but if you ask me, Button makes up for it with other qualities. Honestly, though, if we’re being real about it, the biggest injustice here has to be at McLaren. I guess if anyone deserved to be number two more than anyone else on the grid, it probably wasn't Button.

When you look at the numbers, Massa was clearly outclassed by Alonso. There’s really no debate about who the more complete driver is when you weigh everything up. Honestly, given the massive gap in points between them, I guess Ferrari's move was pretty much the only logical step left. The reasons behind it are obvious and have been discussed to death already.

Someone mentioned that this isn't quite the same situation as when Kimi took his title, arguing that back then it came down to the final race and whether he could clinch it or not. I guess it’s not all that different here, though. Massa doesn't really have a realistic shot at the championship anymore, whereas Fernando still has a path if everything aligns perfectly—assuming he drives flawlessly and gets a decent bit of luck on top of it. From where I'm sitting, Ferrari was facing a real dilemma today: they could either play this hand and stay in the hunt for the title, or just throw in the towel entirely. And apparently, this is all because of some supposed "moral code" regarding avoiding team orders? We all know those exist; honestly, teams don't even try that hard to hide them, let alone anyone else.

In my opinion, the only way Ferrari actually messed this up was by ignoring what everyone else is doing—something we all know for a fact is working. Everyone’s getting to work. He didn't exactly make it "less obvious." I guess it’s a massive blunder once you actually take a closer look. wow. 😁It’s pretty obvious Ferrari knows the Formula 1 fanbase isn't stupid, so there's really no point trying to insult our intelligence by hiding or using some nonsensical camouflage for things everyone already knows are happening. 😁 It's standard practice for basically every team on the grid.

I agree this was laughably transparent, but it just proves how unenforceable this ban is—given how much people use coded language anyway—and how ridiculous it is. They should just scrap it.

Now, if we want to talk about the moral side of things, which seems to be what everyone here loves to lecture one another about, then from a purely ethical standpoint, it makes zero difference whether something "immoral" is done overtly or subtly. 😁

It doesn't make an act any less immoral if, for instance, Kimi wins a title because of the exact same reasons, it just happens that Kimi is everyone's favorite, so we all happily cheer him on. Meanwhile, if Alonso does it, it's suddenly seen as more immoral simply because he's the easiest target for people to hate. 😁

I am fairly certain that Moss didn't explicitly tell him to let Kimi through, because if they had actually given such an order, Kimi would have been released on track. Instead, they held him back by a tenth or two in the pits, leaving Kimi right on his tail, and that was that. If you recall, Kimi was flying right before Moss. In a scenario like that, it would have been incredibly reckless for Kimi to go for a high-risk move while Moss was desperately trying to defend.
Even if there was some level of coordination involved, it was executed flawlessly, and I honestly can't find anything wrong with how it went down.

With moves like this today, they truly treat us viewers like we're complete idiots.

Mark Ruiz8 said:Bravo Ferrari 🙏
They could have handled the release a bit more subtly—not that it matters much. If I were running the team, I’d probably do the exact same thing—tell Mass to let his teammate through if he actually has a shot at the title.
As for the rest of you complaining, I'm curious—how would you handle things if you were actually in charge?

They should have settled this before the race even started; this is an embarrassment and they absolutely deserve a penalty

Joseph Young57 said:Honestly, I haven't even been following this stuff seriously since Kimi left Formula 1.😉

Honestly, I’m feeling the same way. As of today, I'm officially done watching. I only managed to catch the race in Valencia this year, but after that, I am definitely skipping everything else for the rest of the season.

It feels like we're stuck with nothing but a lineup of absolute bores lately; if only they actually had the talent to back up their personalities...

Vettel really should have secured that championship last year, and by this point in the current season, he theoretically ought to be sitting on the world title already. The reality is, he just isn't performing at the level required. I used to be quite a fan of his, but it seems my sympathies were misplaced; today’s results served as a definitive confirmation of that fact.

Massa really only shines when he's sitting behind the wheel of a powerhouse like the one we saw today, but let's be honest—even if he were the only driver on the grid, I don't think he'd ever have the talent to become a champion.

Honestly, Fernando Alonso isn't just a constant whiner; he is undeniably an overrated driver. It’s genuinely embarrassing to watch how he’s been driving this season, but what’s even more pathetic and frankly a complete disaster is his endless, non-stop complaining.

Webber flashes with brilliance for just a fleeting moment, much like what we previously observed regarding Massa's standing.

I have to admit, he’s a fantastic driver, even if he happens to be one of the most unlikable athletes I’ve ever come across. But honestly, looking back, he used to be a total disaster—much like Alonso was in his early days—so I suppose he has finally started to turn things around.

It seems only Gumbek remains as a legitimate contender for the world title. He’s truly an exceptional driver—so polished, incredibly refined, and a sportsman of the highest caliber. Honestly, he’s probably the most gentlemanly individual among all the candidates we've seen. But, if I’m being perfectly candid, there's one thing missing: that certain edge, that raw arrogance and aggression that defines a true champion.

Honestly, once Kubica finally gets behind the wheel of a decent car, maybe then I'll consider actually tuning back into this circus they call a sport.

Joseph Young57 said:This Ferrari squad—and especially Alonso—is such an absolute dumpster fire that it actually makes me sick.
God, I hope his engine just blows up and dies completely.

Alonso is such a massive crybaby. It kills me even thinking about how I used to root for him over Hamilton, when Hamilton is clearly the master behind the wheel compared to this little brat.

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The whining and Ferrari are truly a match made in heaven.

Until the checkered flag drops, I am primarily focused on watching the battle between Hemić and Gumbek. My intuition tells me that Gumbek holds the edge in raw pace, and I fully expect him to make his move as we approach the closing stages of the race. To be perfectly honest, I have a strong conviction that McLaren is subtly, and quite unfairly, prioritizing Hemić's position over the other, which is something I find deeply dissatisfying. This race should provide some much-needed clarity on the matter.

this whole Formula 1 format is just killing the sport
you see a great little scrap between Lewis and Ricciardo and you think, "hey, this is what I want more of," but then you realize they’re just going to cruise through the next 40 laps without even breathing down each other's necks

I was actually thinking about heading down to the local sportsbook today to put some money on Massa to take the win.🙂

It’s such a shame for Gumbek; he was sitting pretty in fourth place for a bit there, but someone clearly played him, though I couldn't quite tell who.

Vettel is honestly just a joke at this point.😂

mistybear87 said:1998 ☕

Oh, absolutely, there was also that bus incident where everyone seemed to crash right before it happened.
What actually ended up happening with that situation? I know they had to redo the start, but how many drivers were even left in the running?
If I recall correctly, Michael took the win in that race, didn't he?

Rebecca Fox4 said:Tomorrow, I have slim hopes for the kind of start I've been dreaming of since I first started watching F1—assuming we aren't dealing with a total washout from the rain... specifically, seeing chaos at the very first corner, with two or three rows of cars absolutely wrecking each other out.☕

Then you clearly missed that year at Spa-Francorchamps—it was absolute carnage right at the start. If I recall correctly, Hakkinen and Villeneuve were the only ones who managed to escape the wreckage unscathed.

My prediction for today's outcome: it's going to be either Felipe Massa or Ante Gumbel, though I find myself personally rooting for Gumbel.🙂

It appears I’ve just realized that I am not entirely up to speed with the regulations

Regarding the situation with the Hemov car being totaled, what is the current status of that?
Is there a requirement for them to attempt repairs on it, or are they permitted to simply opt for a brand-new chassis instead?🤷

James Smith50 said:Why on earth would anyone pick Alonso or Hem? And why Jerković? He’s been playing favorites with Lewis Hamilton since the guy first showed up in Formula 1.....

It’s likely because he considers himself the ultimate expert on the whole Formula 1 circus here in America!

Are you actually kidding me right now? Are you suggesting Hem and Alonso aren't among the elite drivers?
While I'll admit Hem is incredibly obnoxious, there is no denying his talent. In my book, he and Robert Kubica are easily the best drivers on the grid right now.

It seems like Jerković always insists that Fernando Alonso, Kimi Räikkönen, Hem, Vettel, Robert Kubica—and if you ask me, I’d throw Jenson Button into that mix too—are clearly in the top tier, while those other two fall just a step behind. Personally, though, I've always felt Mark Webber was the superior driver; he consistently pulled off impressive results even when he was stuck in subpar cars, especially during qualifying sessions.

ambertiger said:Agreed. I find his songwriting to be a bit too commercialized and frankly quite dull, and his vocals just don't land for me. However, one cannot deny his musicianship when he starts playing 😍 Man, what a groove. 😍 Out of everything he's done, I really do appreciate Slow Dancing in the Burning Room, though I simply can't stomach the singing part. 🤷

I feel the exact same way

As a guitarist, he’s nothing short of phenomenal; my only real gripe is that he doesn't seem to have much of a catalog of his own original songs. Personally, I find his covers to be much more impactful—for instance, I actually think his take on Bold as Love is even more powerful than Jimi's original version.

James Smith50 said:I can only imagine the look on the faces of the Ferrari executives when they sit down at the end of the year, run all the numbers, and realize exactly how much they’ve lost by sticking with this whole Spanish project...🙄

I’ll be right there, laughing my head off when that finally happens.