F1- 2024 season

[chrishornx]

Hamilton had  simple break clause after 12 months which he has exercised.

He has done nothing wrong. The contact was valid despite claims to the contrary

[8MillionDollarMan]

You only have to go to a GP to see how popular Ferrari in comparison to other teams and that applies to drivers too.
Smart move by Hamilton I'm sure he knows the potential or lack of at Mercedes plus they only offered a 1 year deal.
$50M a year seems a lot but look at Ferraris share price after he signed,I think they got a bargain.

[webpunter]

You only have to go to a GP to see how popular Ferrari in comparison to other teams and that applies to drivers too.
Smart move by Hamilton I'm sure he knows the potential or lack of at Mercedes plus they only offered a 1 year deal.
$50M a year seems a lot but look at Ferraris share price after he signed,I think they got a bargain.

LH has put over 10% on the share price, adding €6bn+ to the market capitalization
I wonder if he got any share options as part of his deal
Thinking about it he could have bought say £50mill of shares or options
Difficult to say that insider trading coz he's taking a punt on himself
The share price can go both ways

I think Ferrari will be pretty keen that he has one of these to be seen driving round in Monaco
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[mr.bluesky]

LH has put over 10% on the share price, adding €6bn+ to the market capitalization
I wonder if he got any share options as part of his deal
Thinking about it he could have bought say £50mill of shares or options
Difficult to say that insider trading coz he's taking a punt on himself
The share price can go both ways

I think Ferrari will be pretty keen that he has one of these to be seen driving round in Monaco
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I'm pretty sure Hamilton already owns a Ferrari road car for driving around Monaco.
First car he bought with his F1 salary was a Ferrari 599 GTO

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[mr.bluesky]

You only have to go to a GP to see how popular Ferrari in comparison to other teams and that applies to drivers too.
Smart move by Hamilton I'm sure he knows the potential or lack of at Mercedes plus they only offered a 1 year deal.
$50M a year seems a lot but look at Ferraris share price after he signed,I think they got a bargain.

Hamilton signed a 2 year deal last August for Mercedes which would have taken him to the end of the 2025 season. At Ferrari he has the potential to earn $100 million including sponsorship deals and performance related bonuses which will make him the highest paid driver in Formula 1 history. Perhaps he can afford to buy himself some decent clobber instead of all that weird shit he wears 

[mr.bluesky]

Haha, I read Albon to RB for a 3 year deal in 2025! Loads of rumours about.

That appears to be a very strong rumour 

[Lilywhite]

Horner has been accused of inappropriate behaviour apparently. RB has launched it's own investigation.

[Watts.E.Dunn]

I want to know who will partner George Russell, i reckon he'll do well if they can get rhe car right, and possibly Lewis knows somewthing about that already;(..

[8MillionDollarMan]

Horner has been accused of inappropriate behaviour apparently.

Being a right prick?

[Blackpool Rock]

Being a right prick?

No that's appropriate for RB and Horner 

[Lilywhite]

Being a right prick?

I believe it may be sexual.
Which actually surprises me unless this is historic; he seems hugely aware of his actions and how they may come across these days. Not to say that he hasn't been a sleaze in the past/still isn't with NDAs signed- I think he is too aware of the (rightly so) trouble it can cause now.

[Blackpool Rock]

I believe it may be sexual.
Which actually surprises me unless this is historic; he seems hugely aware of his actions and how they may come across these days. Not to say that he hasn't been a sleaze in the past/still isn't with NDAs signed- I think he is too aware of the (rightly so) trouble it can cause now.

Perhaps Geri's lost her spice then eh 

[Lilywhite]

Perhaps Geri's lost her spice then eh 

Rumours are- non consensual photos. I'd lose my Spice too, to be fair...

[Blackpool Rock]

Rumours are- non consensual photos. I'd lose my Spice too, to be fair...

Back in the day she apparently did a bit of porn, so you mean he shared some pics of her without her consent 

Sorry i'm guessing he's perhaps alleged to have sent a dick pic 

[Lilywhite]

Back in the day she apparently did a bit of porn, so you mean he shared some pics of her without her consent 

Sorry i'm guessing he's perhaps alleged to have sent a dick pic 

I think he possibly sent dick pics.

If that's an offense now, every single man I know over 25 is fucked.

[mr.bluesky]

I think he possibly sent dick pics.

You mean to say he sent pictures of Max Verstappen to someone 

[Watts.E.Dunn]

You mean to say he sent pictures of Max Verstappen to someone 

That begs a question, has he got such a thang;?..

[webpunter]

Innocent until proven guilty, obvs

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Whichever outlet it is will be careful not to publish stuff which they cant substantiate, being sued can be expensive

I wonder if Karen has heard of karma, what goes around .... etc

In 2021 especially he was beyond it relentless pursuit of the FIA whenever the opportunity arose

This approach worked, 2021 Abu Dhabi

It might be RB's thinking that Karen attracts negative press & coz they've got such a dominant car overall they can still win without him with a suitable replacement & have less negative PR

He's also one annoying fucker

Constant references from all over the place to 2021 & then there's the overspend cheating issue, maybe a time for a change

Whingerspice commented that Bild are reporting that Horner allegedly sent “photos” to an employee

Can you imagine it, if true ginger pubes are truly offensive 

Karen's replacement ? ⬇️


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[webpunter]

MV not sitting quite so comfortably if his bestie Karen moves on
& he'll be really miffed that LH is now on somewhere in the region of 100mill - not sure if £ or €
MV's on 50 ish
MV hasnt got the draw of LH, nowhere near not even close
MV;s brand image can be associated with being a cheat

If Karen stays i can imagine a warm welcome @ Silverstone
100,000+ fans chanting "you're worse than Michael Jackson" 

[Dave Jones got this after a spread in the News of The World when @ Southampton
& which team were there midweek ?
You got it, Super Leeds with the 5,000 well mannered & quiet Yorkshire Republican Army
He must have thought "you must be ******* joking, why couldn't it be nice fans like from Reading / Fulham etc & only a few of them too" 
I was there, it was relentless  ]

[Blackpool Rock]

"Inappropriate and controlling behaviour" apparently, not sure if that's covered by dick pics but presumably there would also be other circumstances too

[mr.bluesky]

Silverstone has signed a new deal to stage Formula 1 grand prix's for another 10 years. This year's race was the last under the old deal so British fans can look forward to another 10 years at the Northamptonshire circuit.
Red Bull has abandoned plans for the Christian Horner hearing due to a new twist  in the investigation, whatever that means 

[mr.bluesky]

Final day of testing in Bahrain.  Ominously it looks like the Red Bulls are as strong as ever which doesn't bode well for the new season which probably means they will every race this year after winning every race bar one last season 

[MLawro93]

Season is going to be a slog. RB are clearly ahead of everyone else.

The cost cap which is a good idea, has sort of backfired in this situation as only one team really nailed the current regs. Perhaps it is time to reconsider how the cap works going forward

[Blackpool Rock]

Season is going to be a slog. RB are clearly ahead of everyone else.

The cost cap which is a good idea, has sort of backfired in this situation as only one team really nailed the current regs. Perhaps it is time to reconsider how the cap works going forward

Problem is the over spend from a couple of seasons ago is the gift that keeps on giving 

[mr.bluesky]

Problem is the over spend from a couple of seasons ago is the gift that keeps on giving 

They also run two teams so can have 2 budgets and use both for car development.  ( Alpha Tauri now re-branded as RB )

[threechilliman]

They also run two teams so can have 2 budgets and use both for car development.  ( Alpha Tauri now re-branded as RB )

Yep, a very dubious area for me.

[webpunter]

Silverstone has signed a new deal to stage Formula 1 grand prix's for another 10 years. This year's race was the last under the old deal so British fans can look forward to another 10 years at the Northamptonshire circuit.

I'll think about going again when there is some racing rather than a procession

Red Bull has abandoned plans for the Christian Horner hearing due to a new twist  in the investigation, whatever that means 

It might be this according to the currant bun
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OMFG if true sending knob shots is unacceptable
Especially with ginger curlies
Like doubly bad
Wouldn't mind being a fly on the wall in Horner Halliwell towers

To add some pressure the CEO of Ford has waded in [they are due to be RB's engine supplier from 2026]
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Oh dear

[webpunter]

Problem is the over spend from a couple of seasons ago is the gift that keeps on giving 

An excellent investment for the slap on the wrist

The FIA's quest to end Mercedes dominance, when there was some racing [at least between the Merc drivers & more than the last two seasons] hasn't gone too well
Their poster boy MV isnt exactly media friendly
& RB's team principal is in hot water which he is unlikely to shake off anytime soon
Even if RB announce that they have decided thats he's 'not guilty'
Its taking rather a while, which suggests that things aren't black & white
IMO more shades of grey & with Horner this could be shades of strawberry blonde 

[mr.bluesky]

Perhaps he was sending knob shots to the other spice girl members  as for the Dutch brat he has all the personalty of a plank of wood. At least Lewis keeps us entertained off the track with his wacky fashion sense. 🤣

[webpunter]

Perhaps he was sending knob shots to the other spice girl members  as for the Dutch brat he has all the personalty of a plank of wood. At least Lewis keeps us entertained off the track with his wacky fashion sense. 🤣

Shane Warne mixed up texts to his ex & the then GF who happened to be Liz
So you never know

I think you need to apologise to planks of wood

I wonder which Spice Girl he'd go for ?
MelC pour moi, though Posh came across well in her documentary [& she's got great legs]

[Blackpool Rock]

The latest headlines are banging on about how Mercedes are 1-2 in 2nd practice with Max only 6th  but then when I read the article it starts saying how the RB's were faster later on in the session when they got to the race simulation runs 

Don't you just know Max will put it on pole and then win the race by a CUNTry mile 

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[webpunter]

As widely commented on in the media Horner's disciplinary case has been dismissed internally by Red Bull [RB]
Prior to this RB reported

"After being made aware of certain recent allegations, the company launched an independent investigation," Red Bull said.
"This process, which is already under way, is being carried out by an external specialist barrister"

I wonder who paid for the barrister ?
Independent ? 
& whether the complainant received the same level of legal advice
If not the playing field or rather circuit aint exactly level

Thats the complainants career at RB [& most likely F1 too] over
She can pursue CH externally through the police & courts
Well unless there's an arrangement agreed [like Phil & his six figure {£100,000 - £999,999} gagging agreement]

Interesting MV's take on things
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Verstappen, however, did not offer unequivocal support for his team principal during the FIA press conference at the Bahrain International circuit
When he was asked if he was 100% behind Horner and how he ran the team, the world champion offered only his backing for the investigation then currently taking place.
“Well I’m trusting the process, that’s what’s happening right now,” he said

This was just hours before his Red Bull team principal was exonerated of any wrongdoing by an independent investigation into allegations of inappropriate controlling behaviour made against him by a female member of staff

The timing is interesting
The F1 pit lane isnt very good at keeping secrets
Me thinks Karen was & will be fuming @ MV's reponse, oh dear 

[8MillionDollarMan]

As widely commented on in the media Horner's disciplinary case has been dismissed internally by Red Bull [RB]
Prior to this RB reported

"After being made aware of certain recent allegations, the company launched an independent investigation," Red Bull said.
"This process, which is already under way, is being carried out by an external specialist barrister"

I wonder who paid for the barrister ?
Independent ? 
& whether the complainant received the same level of legal advice
If not the playing field or rather circuit aint exactly level

Thats the complainants career at RB [& most likely F1 too] over
She can pursue CH externally through the police & courts
Well unless there's an arrangement agreed [like Phil & his six figure {£100,000 - £999,999} gagging agreement]

Interesting MV's take on things
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Verstappen, however, did not offer unequivocal support for his team principal during the FIA press conference at the Bahrain International circuit
When he was asked if he was 100% behind Horner and how he ran the team, the world champion offered only his backing for the investigation then currently taking place.
“Well I’m trusting the process, that’s what’s happening right now,” he said

This was just hours before his Red Bull team principal was exonerated of any wrongdoing by an independent investigation into allegations of inappropriate controlling behaviour made against him by a female member of staff

The timing is interesting
The F1 pit lane isnt very good at keeping secrets
Me thinks Karen was & will be fuming @ MV's reponse, oh dear 

The complainant would appear to be close to wife beater Jos by all accounts so the spoilt brats reaction is no surprise.

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The complainant would appear to be close to wife beater Jos by all accounts so the spoilt brats reaction is no surprise.

Interesting
MV can't get any pit lane intel from his OH's father
Due to the fact that he's banned
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A $950,000 fine for being racist & homophobic towards LH [Sir & MBE]
Wonder if he's paid it ?

[webpunter]

The F1 pit lane isnt very good at keeping secrets

I've been polishing stuff this evening  including my crystall ball(s)

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A Google drive containing WhatsApp messages, and other photos of evidence against Christian Horner has been sent from an anonymous email to hundreds of journalists, other team principals, Liberty Media, Stefano Domenicali, and many others.

It was reported on bbc news @ 10, so there must be something behind it
The email only went to 149 people according to the bbc, thats alright then 

Brilliant timing
Wait for RB to clear Karen with their internal 'independent' investigation with their specialist barrister [or was he a barista ?]
Then drop the red bull bunker buster barnes wallis special
Here's the 12 ton 'Tall Boy' ⬇️

Edit:  i never realised it was sooo mahoosive.  I wouldn't like to be on the receiving end


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[mr.bluesky]

Practice and qualifying for the Bahrain grand prix today. We will soon know if Red Bull will be the team to beat if the Dutch brat gets pole position.  If so it will be a dull race leading up to another dull season and the only good thing is to see the lovely Naomi Schiff * on Sky F1 channel before the race. ( not forgetting the race is on Saturday not sunday) 

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[sir wanksalot]

I've just seen some of the text exchanges allegedly between Horner and the woman.

She's leading him on in my opinion. Passive flirting from her. It's wrong from a marital point of view of course

[mr.bluesky]

I've just seen some of the text exchanges allegedly between Horner and the woman.

She's leading him on in my opinion. Passive flirting from her. It's wrong from a marital point of view of course

Yeah, someone has posted this on "X"  (twitter)  plenty of flirting going on , nothing risqué  but if ginger spice has seen it I would imagine he's got a lot of explaining to do if he wants to save his marriage.

[Thecunninglinguist]

It says much that the gutter press aren't posting the details of the posts. Obviously far too dodgy for their lawyers to allow it? 

[mr.bluesky]

First time I can ever remember a new season starting with exactly the same driver line up for each team than the previous season.  With Hamilton going to Ferrari next year there will be quite a bit of driver movement between the teams with a Mercedes seat going on offer.

[8MillionDollarMan]

It says much that the gutter press aren't posting the details of the posts. Obviously far too dodgy for their lawyers to allow it?

He's taken an injunction out that's why they are not reporting it.
Now why would he do that?

[mr.bluesky]

So the Dutch brat gets pole position for the Bahrain GP well there's a surprise,  may as well give him the winners trophy now and save us all from watching a boring race tomorrow
 

[Blackpool Rock]

So the Dutch brat gets pole position for the Bahrain GP well there's a surprise,  may as well give him the winners trophy now and save us all from watching a boring race tomorrow
 

Oh FFS why did I click this link   

I'm watching Quali as we speak on C4 and forgot it's not fucking live 

[mr.bluesky]

Oh FFS why did I click this link   

I'm watching Quali as we speak on C4 and forgot it's not fucking live 

  apologies Blackpool Rock but I can tell you now the Dutch brat will win tomorrow's race, save you tuning in to the highlights show

[Blackpool Rock]

apologies Blackpool Rock but I can tell you now the Dutch brat will win tomorrow's race, save you tuning in to the highlights show

I weren't going to fucking bother now anyway as we basically already know how this season finishes 

Hammy Hamster only 9th on the grid 

[8MillionDollarMan]

So the Dutch brat gets pole position for the Bahrain GP well there's a surprise,  may as well give him the winners trophy now and save us all from watching a boring race tomorrow
 

I won't be watching and I had some optimism at least WhngerSpice is still in hot water.

[mr.bluesky]

Hammy Hamster only 9th on the grid 

He's got his mind on the Ferrari job next year. Leclerc 2nd on the grid, Hopefully he can do the business tomorrow.  Russell  3rd on the grid, he's now Mercedes number 1 driver. Wouldn't be surprised if he outscores Hamilton this season

[8MillionDollarMan]

RB unreliability is my only hope.

[Blackpool Rock]

RB unreliability is my only hope.

Yeah cause they were really suspect last year 

[8MillionDollarMan]

Yeah cause they were really suspect last year 

We can only hope.