2009 Malaysian Grand Prix - Sepang (04.05.09)

Same reason as Australia—just so we folks over here in the States can actually watch the race 🙄

And honestly, the fact that there was zero action toward the end (can't imagine how frustrating that was for the drivers) doesn't change anything... it's pointless. I bet they'll have things back to normal by next season.

I’m genuinely curious to see how the finish looks tomorrow, especially if the rain starts coming down.

Buton is absolutely crushing this sleepwalking pace; he’s lightning fast, maybe even a hair more composed than the rest of the top five. Honestly, if he doesn't go and mess things up himself, another win is basically in the bag. It's going to be super interesting to see how Leclerc tries to fight his way through the pack.

Morgan Murphy7 said:Which qualifying session moved the race from 8 to 11 AM?

😕😍

Honestly, I’d rather they just 👎 moved it to 6 AM. 😬 This waiting is driving me nuts. I live for those early starts around 7 or 8—wake up, grab a coffee, then watch the race. 🙏🙏🙏 If it stays at 11, I’ll probably just pace around the house nervously until kickoff. 😬

stormybadger8 said:Personally, I agree 👎 moving the start to 6 😬 would be much better. This constant waiting is really starting to get under my skin. My ideal routine is those early morning sessions around 7 or 8 AM—it’s such a nice way to wake up, grab a coffee, and settle in for the race. 🙏🙏🙏 As it stands, I don't even know what to do with myself; sitting around nervously until 11 AM is just draining. 😬

You're absolutely right. 🙏

Only two and a half hours left to go. 😕

Edward Howard2 said:Honestly, this guy is cruising toward a win. He’s got incredible pace, even if he seems just a hair slower than the absolute leaders in the top five. As long as he doesn't make a silly mistake or catch a bad break, another victory is basically in the bag. It’ll be fascinating to see how Leclerc manages to fight his way through the field.

Leclerc making moves 🤣 🤣 🤣

Morgan Murphy7 said:Rubinho and just charging through the field 🤣🤣🤣

🤣

Funny you should say that... charging forward like David Coulthard, the absolute tank 😂

Only problem is, looks like Rubinho’s got a beefier car, so he can cause even more chaos on the track

I have to say, I’m really looking forward to seeing Nico Rosberg take the win today. 😬

Word is that after qualifying wrapped up last night, a massive storm rolled over the track, leaving everything soaked and incredibly slick 🙏

mistybear87 said:I’m honestly counting down the minutes until we see if Nico Rosberg can pull off a win today. It would be quite something to witness. 😬

That sounds like a solid idea in theory, but I have to admit, I’m feeling a bit skeptical about how it would actually play out in practice. 🤷

Morgan Murphy7 said:They’re saying there was a massive storm over the track right after qualifying last night, leaving everything soaked 🙏

Well, the track should dry out—assuming we don't get hit by another downpour—but I have a few other damp concerns on my mind... 😳

mistybear87 said:Well, the track should dry out eventually—assuming we don't get hit by another downpour—but I'm more concerned about other damp variables out there.😳

Honestly, you've got to be kidding me.😁

Morgan Murphy7 said:Rubinho trying to make a move 🤣 🤣 🤣

Sebastian Vettel has the easiest car, and everyone knew he’d drop ten spots right off the bat.
So, I'm expecting him to get aggressive immediately. He’s got plenty of reason to be, I suppose.

"As a rule of thumb, 10kg of fuel lasts four to five laps while 10kg of fuel slows the car by roughly 0.3s a lap – depending on the circuit type and length."

Over on RTL F1, the coverage doesn't even kick off until 9:45. Does anyone happen to know what the time situation is looking like over there right now?

Morgan Murphy7 said:I mean, you guys realize right?

It’s kind of lame that a guy like Button takes the title, I guess.😁

Definitely
😁

Ferrari is finally back in that Jean Alesi era🙂

Man, I really hope some rain rolls in just so Vattel can finally show everyone how he actually drives!!

So, looks like we aren't getting any rain after all... the coverage just kicked off on RTL and the sun is actually out shining bright😢

Nicole Reyes97 said:No sign of rain just yet... the broadcast finally kicked off on RTL, and the sun is actually shining.😢

It’s definitely better when the sun is out; once the clouds break over here, the rain tends to turn into a complete deluge.

What exactly would it take for them to call off the race? 🤷

placidsurfer9 said:It feels like Ferrari is finally stepping back into that classic era of Jean Alesi 🙂

🤣 🙏

Roger Wright94 said:The ESPN F1 coverage over in Germany doesn't even kick off until 9:45. Does anyone happen to know what the local time is over there right now?

So, Ralf is mentioning that Alonso is clocking the fastest time in the first sector despite using KERS.

He’s anticipating him taking that first corner quite wide, but if you ask me...

HE'LL BE AHEAD OF EVERYONE. 😁