F1 2023 JapaneseGP - Suzuka Pre-Race Thread

Wow, they have two sets of their pitlane equipment?

 

Atmosphere like no other in F1. I think Mexico and Japan are the most unique! Should be fun.

 

One of my favorite races of the year.

 

So, will RB be back, or has that TD found the root of their speed?

 

We will see..
Maybe the truth is in the middle as always.

 

Has RBR identified its Singapore problem, and will they have time to correct it before Japan?

 

Here's hoping they have a problem and it won't get fixed in time.

 

I have a hard time believing a team thats totally dominated the season to just " have a hard time getting the set up right" Come on. Max could start from the hotel parking lot and win before.

 

I agree, something does not seem right. It would be a fun rest of the season if RB were brought in line with the rest of the teams.

 

It's to do with the ride height for Red Bull. It runs lower than other cars without bouncing, but because of how bumpy this track is, ride height has to be raised and the RBR is out of it's ideal window or they risk wearing the plank too much.

They had the same issue in Spa but could avoid wearing the plank too much by lifting in Eau Rouge, therefore lifting the car enough so that it wouldn't damage the plank beyond it's maximum wear. It also helped there that it was only 1 corner they had an issue with. In Singapore you can't compensate for that.

The concept of the RBR is obviously hugely aero based, and it was completely out of the window. Car to high, aero doesn't work, car appears a dog.

 

Singapore is a rarity, Mercedes was also vulnerable there in their winning days. But let´s see if Ferrari stays as best of the rest.

 

Hmm, makes me wonder how good of a job the guys in Las Vegas did with the new surface?
If it's like anything in my city, the RB won't stand a chance.

 

Excellent Bas.

 

AlphaTauri have reportedly decided to retain the services of both Yuki Tsunoda and Daniel Ricciardo for the 2024 season.

The future of Red Bull’s sister team was the last to be decided on the grid and despite the performances of Liam Lawson, they have reportedly kept the faith in their two drivers.

German outlet Auto Motor und Sport is reporting that both Tsunoda and Ricciardo will stay with the team for 2024 with the former’s deal set to be announced at his home race this weekend.

 

no idea how true it is but quiet rumour circulating that Stroll isn't driving in Japan.

 

Taking up Pachinko this weekend he is?

 

Perhaps Team Stroll wants to provide Lance with a graceful exit from F1?

 

here is the details on the Rb car and singapore