Albert Park: Race Day

Posted by rookief1 on March 27, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

The first race of the season is over already! In a blink of an eye those 58 laps dissolved into the setting sun of Melbourne. This year had a lot to live up to, 2010 was a year fought between youth and experience, design and knowledge, and 5 men. But now the clocks are reset, … Continue reading →

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Albert Park: 1, 2, 3…Qually

Posted by rookief1 on March 27, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

Free Practice 1 Ferrari: Fernando Alonso looked in good form, he finished the day in P3, close to the time of rival Vettel. But teammate Felipe Massa ended in an off-pace P11. Force India: Last years Brazilian pole sitter Nico Hulkenberg took Paul di Resta’s car for a spin and took P18. Adrian Sutil finished … Continue reading →

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Albert Park: What You Need to Know

Posted by rookief1 on March 23, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

As we all know, we’re starting this season in Australia due to the civil unrest in Bahrain that started last month. A month ago today the Bahrain GP was called off officially, and the honour of being the season-opener fell into the laps of Melbourne (without the hefty fee), which may just turn their fortunes … Continue reading →

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21st Century Formula One: The Social Paddock

Posted by rookief1 on March 13, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

There is no doubt that, since its inception, groundbreaking technology has been at the forefront of Formula One. It’s always been about gaining those extra tenths. How? Through exorbitant budgets, a design genius, talented drivers, a committed team? There are so many variables that it’s a matter of these plus more, and perfect timing. And … Continue reading →

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411: Is there a doctor in the house?

Posted by rookief1 on March 4, 2011 · 2 Comments 

Maybe this post should be categorised under 911, instead of 411. We haven’t even finished the winter testing schedule yet, but already this year seems to be under considerable strain, will this rocky start be indicative of the season to come? Endless waiting is not helped by endless obstacles. I know we like a good … Continue reading →

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