Mercedes W04 not currently a title contender - Ross Brawn | Mercedes | Formula 1 news, live F1 | ESPN F1 Stefano Domenicali doubts Ferrari will set pace | Ferrari | Formula 1 news, live F1 | ESPN F1
Both read realistically although I believe Domenicali is relying other factors such as Red Bull's single lap pace to take a hit, which it has, and Mclaren not really fully understanding their car yet, which they don't. Lotus has a wild card though, they look quick but how quick? And Mercedes will be there every now and again too. That said, I still believe Mclaren has the most potential to be a rocketship once they understand it.
Agree'd. I still hold Red Bull per my predictions and then Mclaren with JB as my dark horse. Again this year by race 4 or 5 it might be a touch more sorted and then we will see who is willing to continue real development and those who will begin to slow and eventually end development, and focus all effort on the new formula for 14.
Just like in politics, it's better to lower expectations and exceed them than the latter. F1 is a VERY political place.
Certainly not a bad thought! Especially if the Renault powered cars get the paddle. The real dark horse IMO is Sergio Perez. We have no idea who or what he can do in a good car.
It's always better to underestimate and over deliver. I had a good feeling about Ferrari and Alonso last year, and it went down to the wire. My only hopes for Ferrari now is that they have a comparable car to RB and like Domenicalli said, to let the team and drivers do some real racing and bring it home. I also have good feelings about Massa delivering this year...I know right, crazy. Who's in charge of the fantasy leagues? Lets get it going already, I want to pick my horses.
