F1 2022: US GP - Miami (May 8)

NYG · 05-07-2022, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by F87source

Very. I think the 2 mediums 1 hard is better, but it is supposed to be even hotter tomorrow so idk. Generally we don't see 2 hards during pits so idk.

RedBull seems setup for a good race in terms of pace and tires but now it all depends on how much grip there is off the racing line. Especially with Max being such a late braker.

M5Rick · 05-07-2022, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by ///M Power-Belgium

Yesterday : MAX's rear brakes ..Fire in da house !

Smokey bacon flavour heheh

///M Power-Belgium · 05-07-2022, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by F87source

Very. I think the 2 mediums 1 hard is better, but it is supposed to be even hotter tomorrow so idk. Generally we don't see 2 hards during pits so idk.

The tire situation is unpredictable . Because there's a chance of Miami rain ..

///M Power-Belgium · 05-07-2022, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by NYG

RedBull seems setup for a good race in terms of pace and tires but now it all depends on how much grip there is off the racing line. Especially with Max being such a late braker.

This weekend Ferrari will be stronger with Sainz in the front row ...

Let's say : Under 'normal circumstances ...Because with Ferrari we never know !

F87source · 05-07-2022, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by ///M Power-Belgium

The tire situation is unpredictable . Because there's a chance of Miami rain ..

Yeah that's right... It'll be interesting if it rains in this track.

NYG · 05-07-2022, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by ///M Power-Belgium

This weekend Ferrari will be stronger with Sainz in the front row ...

Let's say : Under 'normal circumstances ...Because with Ferrari we never know !

It would be interesting. Sergio will start on hard tires - NO QUESTION.

Max maybe could go Med -> Med but tomorrow temps will be higher.

I trust in the lion.

If it rains, Max will win.

F87source · 05-07-2022, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by NYG

RedBull seems setup for a good race in terms of pace and tires but now it all depends on how much grip there is off the racing line. Especially with Max being such a late braker.

Idk Im not sure what will happen, I know Ferrari is going to be tougher to beat now since they have a new ers system + 2 cars on the front.

M5Rick · 05-07-2022, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by F87source

Yeah that's right... It'll be interesting if it rains in this track.

That's what I want for Max ,rain.

///M Power-Belgium · 05-07-2022, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by NYG

RedBull seems setup for a good race in terms of pace and tires but now it all depends on how much grip there is off the racing line. Especially with Max being such a late braker.

The Ferrari's will suffer more from tire graining than the Red Bull's .

At least if the track remains dry ...

///M Power-Belgium · 05-07-2022, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by NYG

It would be interesting. Sergio will start on hard tires - NO QUESTION.

Max maybe could go Med -> Med but tomorrow temps will be higher.

I trust in the lion.

If it rains, Max will win.

Ohhh...I couldn't agree more

Actually we can bet on it !

F87source · 05-07-2022, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by M5Rick

That's what I want for Max ,rain.

IDK, he has the least amount of track time vs. the others so he might struggle.

M5Rick · 05-07-2022, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by F87source

IDK, he has the least amount of track time vs. the others so he might struggle.

Less wear and tear on the machinery is a plus then but all to be seen.

NYG · 05-07-2022, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by F87source

IDK, he has the least amount of track time vs. the others so he might struggle.

He's the most naturally gifted guy on the grid though.

///M Power-Belgium · 05-07-2022, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by F87source

Yeah that's right... It'll be interesting if it rains in this track.

If it rains , It'll be very dangerous because the Miami asphalt layer is very slippery ..

And with wet and dry spots It's even worse ...

Oh...Man . I can't wait !

M5Rick · 05-07-2022, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by ///M Power-Belgium

If it rains , It'll be very dangerous because the Miami asphalt layer is very slippery ..

And with wet and dry spots It's even worse ...

Oh...Man . I can't wait !

So long as the boats don't float onto the track in a downpour

NYG · 05-07-2022, 05:46 PM

Let's not forget, Max was on provisional pole until the checker with 4 quick laps on Friday.

I know I'm a fan but underestimating the champion is a bad move.

M3WC · 05-07-2022, 05:52 PM

Well during practice I thought Merc had made some gains. But alas they seem to be down similar amount to previous races, maybe up a .1 sec at best. This track surface, high temps, slower corners are ideal for Merc's current car and situation. Not a lot of high speed corners to bounce through, smooth new surface, and higher temps for tires to get up to temp quicker.

M3WC · 05-07-2022, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by NYG

Let's not forget, Max was on provisional pole until the checker with 4 quick laps on Friday.

I know I'm a fan but underestimating the champion is a bad move.

He has to get in front of Sainz at the start.

F87source · 05-07-2022, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by M5Rick

Less wear and tear on the machinery is a plus then but all to be seen.

Generally they run friday practice engines out of the pool so wear and tear isn't a huge factor, track experience is more valuable - especially on a new track. Plus max has had 2 new gear boxes put in, so not a good look for redbull reliability.

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Originally Posted by NYG

He's the most naturally gifted guy on the grid though.

Yet he is not infalliable to mistakes, which we have seen him make often this season and the last.

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Originally Posted by NYG

Let's not forget, Max was on provisional pole until the checker with 4 quick laps on Friday.

I know I'm a fan but underestimating the champion is a bad move.

I'm not underestimating him, I am being realistic. Charles is fast, and in a really fast car too, so he will be hard to beat. I'm not surprised max was quick on friday he literally is in a car with the highest trap speeds and doesn't suffer from any porpoising. Not much adversity for him to battle so I expect nothing less, so if anything his mistakes are less forgivable.

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Originally Posted by M3WC

Well during practice I thought Merc had made some gains. But alas they seem to be down similar amount to previous races, maybe up a .1 sec at best. This track surface, high temps, slower corners are ideal for Merc's current car and situation. Not a lot of high speed corners to bounce through, smooth new surface, and higher temps for tires to get up to temp quicker.

I think they are progressing a bit, porpoising got a bit better - it's just George's setup had a bit more down force which didn't help. Not bad imo for only minor experiemental changes to the floor. I guess we will see how they develop onwards from here.

Killed by Death · 05-07-2022, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by M3WC

He has to get in front of Sainz at the start.

That shouldn't be hard!!! Sainz has been a complete cluster F**k lately

///M Power-Belgium · 05-07-2022, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Killed by Death

That shouldn't be hard!!! Sainz has been a complete cluster F**k lately

And he got a big bump on his head ...

gatorfast · 05-07-2022, 06:16 PM

The available ticket prices have been dropping the closer the race gets, but still very high.

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NYG Brigadier General 12556 Rep 4,329 Posts Drives: Audi R8 Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Brooklyn, NY iTrader: (0)	Let's not forget, Max was on provisional pole until the checker with 4 quick laps on Friday. I know I'm a fan but underestimating the champion is a bad move.
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M3WC Brigadier General 3857 Rep 3,317 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: ...location...location iTrader: (0)	Well during practice I thought Merc had made some gains. But alas they seem to be down similar amount to previous races, maybe up a .1 sec at best. This track surface, high temps, slower corners are ideal for Merc's current car and situation. Not a lot of high speed corners to bounce through, smooth new surface, and higher temps for tires to get up to temp quicker.
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gatorfast Major General 5098 Rep 6,887 Posts Drives: 718 Cayman Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: SoFla iTrader: (4)	The available ticket prices have been dropping the closer the race gets, but still very high.
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