The Official 2018 F1 Silly Season *Contains Speculation*
Discussion
thegreenhell said:
Motorsport.com are reporting that Mercedes are trying to place Wehrlein there, in spite of the age issue.
That makes great sense. Money talks and Williams appear to be happy to accept that. This wouldn't be happening when FW was at the height of his powers. Such a shame.rubystone said:
thegreenhell said:
Motorsport.com are reporting that Mercedes are trying to place Wehrlein there, in spite of the age issue.
That makes great sense. Money talks and Williams appear to be happy to accept that. This wouldn't be happening when FW was at the height of his powers. Such a shame.Joe Saward suggested this might be an option in last week's podcast. He seemed to think Wehrlein was the best option if it's doable. I tend to agree.
Edited by HustleRussell on Wednesday 4th October 08:00
How old is Andre Lotterer? May aswell give him a chance in an F1 car given the choices Williams have got, he's raced in Super Formula so he's used to the aero performance near enough, was bloody fast in the Audi so he's got hybrid experience of sorts and an ability to make tyres last. Plus he hasn't got a lot to do now Audi are out of the WEC, certainly nothing that's not easily droppable for an F1 drive anyway.
DanielSan said:
How old is Andre Lotterer? May aswell give him a chance in an F1 car given the choices Williams have got, he's raced in Super Formula so he's used to the aero performance near enough, was bloody fast in the Audi so he's got hybrid experience of sorts and an ability to make tyres last. Plus he hasn't got a lot to do now Audi are out of the WEC, certainly nothing that's not easily droppable for an F1 drive anyway.
This is who I would be looking at. Amazed he hasn't had more of a chance. He wasn't very complimentary about F1 when he had a go in the Caterham though. I'm not sure Hartley has a super license? Has he enough points with the WEC now?
LaurasOtherHalf said:
f
k me people are suggesting Button? 
The perennial nice guy (in front of the cameras) who achieved nothing more than a fluke win over Barricello?
Rosberg. All. Day. Long.
Whether they can get him is another thing, but regardless they should be begging his team and offering him the world to come back.
Button and Rosberg will not be back in F1.k me people are suggesting Button? The perennial nice guy (in front of the cameras) who achieved nothing more than a fluke win over Barricello?Rosberg. All. Day. Long.
Whether they can get him is another thing, but regardless they should be begging his team and offering him the world to come back.
Your statement about Button however is laughable.
Williams need two drivers IMO.
Get rid of Stroll and Massa but Williams are a sell out and will take money over talent which is a real shame.
Williams should be looking at the following
Charles Leclerc "very much doubt Williams would get him"
Robert Kubica would be way ahead of any other driver available even with his disability.
Wehrlein is a talent and could be available considering the engine in the rear of the Williams.
Get rid of Stroll and Massa but Williams are a sell out and will take money over talent which is a real shame.
Williams should be looking at the following
Charles Leclerc "very much doubt Williams would get him"
Robert Kubica would be way ahead of any other driver available even with his disability.
Wehrlein is a talent and could be available considering the engine in the rear of the Williams.
Edited by anonymous-user on Wednesday 4th October 11:43
ELUSIVEJIM said:
Button and Rosberg will not be back in F1.
Your statement about Button however is laughable.
Button. Meh. Probably heresy on a predominantly UK forum. Ditto when people say anything about Hill.Your statement about Button however is laughable.
Button was in the right place and right time, and a very nice guy, but it was a huge chunk of luck. Even Ross commented that he was a bit flaky at times and he had him in 2009 as Button/Barrichello had nowhere else to go, but nor did Ross have any choice.
I think it is telling that Mercedes didn't retain him; they had the financial ability to do so.
Vaud said:
I think it is telling that Mercedes didn't retain him; they had the financial ability to do so.
I'm sure I read that Mercedes did offer him a contract for 2010 onwards, but McLaren offered him a lot more money to drive for them. Apparently McLaren were surprised when Button approached them about driving for them, and quickly signed him.Mercedes had already signed Rosberg to replace Barrichello, so bringing MS out of retirement was a bit last-minute after JB left.
Vaud said:
cuprabob said:
CanAm said:
Sorry, what am I missing here about the 25 year old requirement?
It's a requirement of Martini Sponsorship.The UK is one of them with regards to TV advertising.
Refer:
BCAP Code rules said:
19.17 Alcohol advertisements must not feature in a significant role anyone who is, or seems to be, under 25 and must not feature children.
An exception is made for advertisements that feature families socialising responsibly. Here, children may be included but they should have an incidental role only and anyone who seems to be under the age of 25 must be obviously not drinking alcohol.
Guidance
It is important that anyone featured in alcohol advertising not only is at least 25 years old but also must seem to be obviously over 25.
No-one, be they 25 or older, may behave in an immature, adolescent or childish manner. (see also 19.15 and 19.16)
The exception allows children to appear, in minor roles, in alcoholic drinks advertisements (as they can in, for example, advertisements for restaurants in which adults may be drinking with a meal). Those situations are likely to be either family meals at home or in a restaurant or responsible parties for over 25s.
Incidental flashbacks to youth may be used provided they adhere to the conditions set out above and, in particular, provided they are an inconsequential element of the advertising.
ASA rules here https://www.asa.org.uk/asset/A16332A3-5F4F-44F3-99...An exception is made for advertisements that feature families socialising responsibly. Here, children may be included but they should have an incidental role only and anyone who seems to be under the age of 25 must be obviously not drinking alcohol.
Guidance
It is important that anyone featured in alcohol advertising not only is at least 25 years old but also must seem to be obviously over 25.
No-one, be they 25 or older, may behave in an immature, adolescent or childish manner. (see also 19.15 and 19.16)
The exception allows children to appear, in minor roles, in alcoholic drinks advertisements (as they can in, for example, advertisements for restaurants in which adults may be drinking with a meal). Those situations are likely to be either family meals at home or in a restaurant or responsible parties for over 25s.
Incidental flashbacks to youth may be used provided they adhere to the conditions set out above and, in particular, provided they are an inconsequential element of the advertising.
RobGT81 said:
This is who I would be looking at. Amazed he hasn't had more of a chance. He wasn't very complimentary about F1 when he had a go in the Caterham though.
I'm not sure Hartley has a super license? Has he enough points with the WEC now?
I'd imagine it's hard to be complimentary about F1 after driving the Caterham to be fair I'm not sure Hartley has a super license? Has he enough points with the WEC now?
DanielSan said:
RobGT81 said:
This is who I would be looking at. Amazed he hasn't had more of a chance. He wasn't very complimentary about F1 when he had a go in the Caterham though.
I'm not sure Hartley has a super license? Has he enough points with the WEC now?
I'd imagine it's hard to be complimentary about F1 after driving the Caterham to be fair I'm not sure Hartley has a super license? Has he enough points with the WEC now?
Lotterer is getting on a bit now.
RobGT81 said:
DanielSan said:
How old is Andre Lotterer? May aswell give him a chance in an F1 car given the choices Williams have got, he's raced in Super Formula so he's used to the aero performance near enough, was bloody fast in the Audi so he's got hybrid experience of sorts and an ability to make tyres last. Plus he hasn't got a lot to do now Audi are out of the WEC, certainly nothing that's not easily droppable for an F1 drive anyway.
This is who I would be looking at. Amazed he hasn't had more of a chance. He wasn't very complimentary about F1 when he had a go in the Caterham though. I'm not sure Hartley has a super license? Has he enough points with the WEC now?
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