Malaysia GP (Indianapolis Motor Speedway) - March 30, 2014

Jacob White49 said:Alonso absolutely nails it in Malaysia. He took his first pole here and has racked up three wins with three different teams. He should’ve taken the win last year too, but that little yellow guy decided to brake way harder than usual at Turn 2.

Someone once said, "In some countries, that would land you in prison."😬
I'm thinking about that move where Alonso intentionally takes out his title rival.🤣

P. S. "Zubo" plus the laughing emoji basically just means I'm messing around so you don't get all worked up.😁

stormybadger8 said:I can't help but recall someone saying once—and I think they were onto something—that in certain parts of the world, what we're seeing here would be enough to land you straight in prison.😬
I can't help but think about that whole situation where Alonso decided to go out of his way to take out a title rival.🤣

I can't seem to track down any post-race interviews anywhere... I know Alonso said something along the lines of his braking being "stronger than expected."
Honestly, it doesn't even matter—given the forecast, we’re looking at another wet one this year. If things stay slippery, Sebastian Vettel actually has a shot!☕

P. S. Honestly, what’s gotten into you lately? You’re becoming so objective—it’s almost suspicious. I feel like at this rate, you’ll be the first one stepping up to admit that Alonso is actually the more competent driver...😁

gentlecobra23 said:nah, everyone's just rooting against Red Bull

I'm pulling for Ferrari, and I don't really mind Williams either, but I guess people just love a winner😁

though around here, it feels like everyone loves an underdog more

it seems like all the Vettel fans—except maybe TBF—just totally vanished at the start of this season...

Not everyone's on the same page.
I mean, I wouldn't call myself a die-hard Vettel fan, but I'm definitely not a Vettelomrzac either

Jacob White49 said:Can't find any post-race interviews anywhere... Alonso said something about his braking being "stronger than expected" or something like that.
Whatever. Given the forecast, this year is going to be a total washout anyway. Vettel might actually stand a chance.☕

P. S. You’ve been getting way too objective lately. Honestly, I feel like you're about two seconds away from admitting that Alonso is actually the GOAT.Comp."Ethnic"...😁

I’ve always been objective. 😬
That’s a whole different story, and you guys just refuse to admit it.😬🤣

..."computer"Ethnic"... I'll give you that one, it was a bold move.🤣

Jacob White49 said:Alonso always seems to find his groove at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway; he snatched pole here once and secured three victories driving for three entirely different teams. He really should have walked away with the win last year too, but that little yellow car decided to brake just a bit too aggressively at the second corner.

If we are being completely honest, Alonso was the one who made the mistake last year. End of discussion.

graniteharbor502 said:Last year, Alonso definitely dropped the ball. End of discussion.

He’s insisting he didn't.

Jacob White49 said:he claims he didn't

http://grandprix247.com/2013/12/23/a...son-as-driver/

“This season, there were times when I did not do well enough, such as when I could have had a little more performance, or when I made a mistake like in Malaysia.

Or, to put it more plainly, he admits to making a blunder at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway...

graniteharbor502 said:http://grandprix247.com/2013/12/23/a...son-as-driver/

“This season, there were times when I did not do well enough, such as when I could have had a little more performance, or when I made a mistake like in Malaysia.

Or, to put it plainly—I blew it in Malaysia...

That statement came a full year after the fact... right after the race, he was saying something completely different.
And even the "mistake" he's admitting to here refers to the neodlazak to the pits during the first lap.

Jacob White49 said:he claims he didn't

Give me a break, you've gotta be kidding me.🤣
First off, Pastor Maldonado has apparently never made a mistake in his life, and Felipe Massa is even less likely... I mean, that wall in Monaco just aggressively jumped out in front of his car, right? 😬🤣

Second, there's no way in hell I believe Alonso said he didn't mess up and blamed someone else. Look, whatever you think of Alonso, he isn't some amateur who’d resort to making pathetic excuses like that.

stormybadger8 said:Give me a break, you’ve got to be kidding me.🤣
First off, it's not like Pastor Maldonado has ever made a mistake—and don't even get me started on Felipe Massa... let's just say that wall in Monaco practically jumped out in front of his car.😬 🤣

Secondly, I find it impossible to believe that Fernando Alonso actually claimed he wasn't at fault and tried to pin it on someone else... Look, regardless of what you think of Alonso, he isn't quite amateur enough to resort to those kinds of excuses.

Like I mentioned, I'm looking for that specific quote right after the race (or maybe during it), but I can't seem to track it down.

I don't think there's much debate here—Vettel intentionally braked. It feels like one of those calculated moves that seems baked into the German DNA.

It’s always the guy behind who's at fault when there's a collision.

I just don't buy that Sebastian Vettel "brake-tested" Fernando Alonso—he's never even said anything to that effect...

neonfox65 said:It’s always the guy behind who gets the blame for the collision.

🤣🤣🤣

Jacob White49 said:Like I said, I was looking for that quote right after—actually during—the race, but I can't find it anywhere.

I don't think there's any debate here: Vettel braked on purpose. It’s just how Germans operate; it's practically in their DNA.

Germans brake on purpose because it's in their blood.🤣🤣🤣

Fine, let's just go for it then!!!
You're gonna regret this... Tyler Bennett5, if you don't listen. 😁

Jacob White49 said:That particular statement was made an entire year after the fact... you have to remember that immediately following that very same race, he actually said something quite different.
And besides, that error he eventually admitted to actually concerns his decision regarding the neodlazak to the pits during that very first lap.

What does the timing of a statement even matter in the grand scheme of things? In my estimation, a comment made in the heat of the moment on the very day of the race carries far less weight than a measured, thoughtful perspective shared once the dust has finally settled.

Jacob White49 said:As I mentioned previously, I have been searching for that specific statement—you know, the one released immediately following the race, or perhaps even during the action itself—but for some reason, I simply cannot seem to track it down.

Is it not truly fascinating how the unpredictable nature of motorsport can shift the entire landscape of a championship in what feels like a mere heartbeat? One finds oneself contemplating the sheer weight of momentum, wondering if any driver, no matter how seasoned, can ever truly master the chaotic elements that govern our sport. When we look at the recent developments surrounding the drivers and their respective trajectories, one cannot help but ask: where does the skill end and pure, unadulterated luck begin? It seems we are standing on the precipice of a significant turning point, much like watching a storm gather on the horizon over the Midwest, knowing that once it breaks, nothing will remain unchanged. Does this current shift signal a permanent change in the hierarchy, or is it simply a fleeting moment of turbulence before the established order reasserts itself? It is a question that lingers in the mind, much like the scent of rain on hot asphalt.

Reflecting on today's race, Fernando Alonso shared a rather sobering perspective: “Unfortunately, luck just wasn't on our side today. We actually managed a quite solid start, but then things took an unexpected turn when I touched with Sebastian Vettel at the second corner; it was quite a shock to suddenly find him right there in my path, nearly bringing us to a complete standstill, and honestly, I haven't the slightest clue how fast he was traveling at that moment.”

Jacob White49 As I was reflecting on the matter, one cannot help but wonder if we have truly grasped the underlying essence of what was being discussed? It seems to me that there is a certain depth required to understand the nuances here, much like the way one might study the intricate mechanics of an engine before attempting to drive it at high speeds. Is it not possible that we often overlook the subtle complexities in favor of more immediate, superficial conclusions? I find myself contemplating whether our previous assumptions held any real weight, or if they were merely shadows of a more profound truth waiting to be uncovered. One must ask oneself: are we looking closely enough, or are we simply skimming the surface of a vast and complicated ocean?
I find myself pondering whether there is truly any room for debate regarding Sebastian Vettel’s decision to brake so abruptly; it seems quite clear to me that he did so intentionally, which leads one to wonder if such calculated maneuvers are simply part of the cultural DNA of certain German drivers. Is it not possible that this level of precision—or perhaps ruthlessness—is something woven into their very nature?

First off:

neonfox65 said:It is an inescapable truth, isn't it, that the fault always lies with the driver trailing behind who initiates the collision?

Why on earth would Vettel even consider braking just to let Alonso slam into his rear? What possible logic could drive such a move—would he really choose to ensure they both crash out of the race? Does that make any sense at all to anyone? And if we look closer, how is it that the rest of the field didn't simply breeze past him while he was busy braking like that?

swifttiger75 said:Come on guys, let's go for it!!!
You'll see... Tyler Bennett5, if you don't listen. 😁

🤣
I'm feeling a bit chilly today and I've been sleepy all day long.
Well, at least the kids can stay entertained until about 11:00 PM.

As for the race, I'm really hoping for some dry qualifying sessions, but after that, honestly, I don't mind—it could rain, or we could have those annoying little showers every ten laps.

Is it just me, or have these two weeks between races felt significantly longer than usual?

neonfox65 said:It’s always the guy behind you who gets the blame when there's a collision.

Unless you've got a solid insurance policy through GEICO.
It seems like they’re always quick to point the finger at the other guy, no matter what position he's actually holding.

Drew Bennett68 said:The two-week gap between races feels just a little bit longer than usual this time around.

I think it's mostly because we don't have those predictable outcomes to lean on like we used to.😁

graniteharbor502 said:What does the timing of the statement even matter? In my book, a comment made calmly—rather than in the heat of the moment right after a race—carries much more weight.

http://www.formula1.com/news/headlin...3/3/14409.html

Alonso after the race: “Today, unfortunately, we were very unlucky. After making a good start, I collided with Vettel at the second corner: it was a surprise to find him there, almost stopped and I don’t know what speed he was doing

Seriously, how can anyone read that quote and not see exactly what the man was implying? He's clearly suggesting that the little yellow guy was intentionally blocking him—there's no ambiguity there. Like I said before, those German drivers have always been cutthroat, and they always will be... just ask Damon Hill or Jacques Villeneuve if you need proof.