At the British Grand Prix, Mercedes weren't expecting to do well, and they didn't. Schumacher put in a strong qualifying performance for third on the grid in the rain, but in the dry race there was nothing he could do to stay near the front, and the illustrious German finished seventh, which was a reasonable... Continue Reading →
Schumi’s not going to Ferrari
Michael Schumacher is out of contract at the end of 2012, which has generated much speculation about his future. Will he continue? Will he retire? Will he move teams? Based on his performance this season so far, Schumacher is unlikely to retire. He is driving well, in an improving car, and seems to be hungry... Continue Reading →
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Valencia – Alonso wins thrilling European Grand Prix
The Valencia circuit has been criticised for providing boring, processional races. Not so this year. The 2012 European Grand Prix was an overtaking fest, mostly due to the high degradation of the Pirelli tyres in the Spanish summer heat. Fernando Alonso produced arguably one of the finest drives in his career to win the race,... Continue Reading →
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Schumacher to win in Valencia?
Michael Schumacher has had a miserable 2012. Just two finishes - two tenth places - from seven races is not the start to the season the most successful man in Formula One history was looking for. But there are those in Formula One who think his luck is about to change. Pirelli motorsport boss Paul... Continue Reading →
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What’s going on at Mercedes?
Mercedes are having a very mixed-up season. The car is quick in the right conditions, but the two sides of the garage have had remarkably different seasons. Nico Rosberg is having the season of his life. Pole position and victory in China, second in Monaco, plus three other top 10 finishes mean he is fifth... Continue Reading →
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