VN United Kingdom (Indianapolis) 07/08/2012

I’m honestly just sitting here waiting for Fernando Alonso's first DNF of the season.

Drew Bennett68 said:I'm expecting the first DNF for Fernando Alonso.

Are you expecting it, or just hoping for it?

Maybe that's exactly what he wants...

Drew Bennett68 said:I'm calling it—expecting the first DNF for Fernando Alonso.

Unless he runs into Romain Grosjean right at the start
but man, I really hope that doesn't happen.

That’s just how I see it—honestly, after seeing so much about Spain and Spaniards during the Euro, I can't help but think that according to the law of large numbers, this winning streak might just hit a breaking point right with Fernando Alonso.

But if we're talking strictly business, once Alonso builds up a lead of something like 30 US Dollars worth of points over his closest rival, a driver of his caliber doesn't just let it slip away, unless something truly catastrophic happens on track.

And look, I have nothing against him personally; he’s actually one of my favorite drivers on the grid.

Finally, Kimi takes the win, with Romain right there to back him up... Hamilton grabs third, while Alonso and Vettel end up clashing.

Samuel Ruiz4 said:Finally—Kimi takes the win, Romain’s right there keeping him in check, Hamilton grabs third, and then you’ve got Alonso and Vettel going head-to-head.

Man, you betcha
kimi & team will probably pull up somewhere around 10th place if the weather stays cool enough

sweetie, awwwwwwwwwwwwwww

Anyone know if there's any TV coverage for the practice sessions?

I haven't the slightest clue—I'm just sitting here watching http://www.coolsport.tv/stream5.php

http://www.vipbox.tv/watch/57986/1/f...am-online.html

Lipo is tanking 🙂

ESPN Sport's chief F1 writer at Indianapolis Motor Speedway:
"The statistic of the weekend has to be the one regarding Sebastian Vettel. While the world champion managed to snag 22 wins across 89 starts, someone pointed out a bizarre quirk—he has actually never secured a Grand Prix victory during the month of July. 'Awesome,' Jenson Button remarked. 'That’s a really interesting stat.'"

😬

🤣

to be fair, they're all hooked on the machines

ps. ESPN Radio commentator James Allen
"The Main stand here at Indianapolis Motor Speedway at 10:00 am is completely full. These fans are incredibly dedicated—it takes a serious level of commitment to be here."

nice

Are both of those McLarens running helmet cams?

Kids just don't have the stomach for driving in the rain lately--it's like they lose all their grit the second things get wet.

Michael Lee4 said:Are both of those McLarens running helmet cams?

You saw that, didn't you? 🙂

Newey was basically the highlight this morning—just standing there with his red mug next to the crew, eyes peeled, recording everything like he’s scouting for the next decade. 😍 😍 😍 😍

Ashley Cook64 said:They aren't exactly letting the kids drive in this rain.

The old news, unfortunately—they might as well just pack it up and go home.🙂

Looks like nobody’s actually driving again 😁

Honestly, I think this RB looks way better than the usual ones they roll out.

Ayrton Senna rainman 🤣

Fernando Alonso 👋

Tough break for Person, but honestly—better this happened now rather than during the race.