Turkey 2021 Pre-Race Thread

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sexy!

 

Sunday looking better as well- https://darksky.net/details/41.0118,28.9754/2021-10-10/ca24/en

 

Alpha Tauri poster

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Good for FA - will it affect further races in this season??

https://www.autosport.com/f1/news/alonso-reaction-to-sochi-f1-move-proves-different-rules-for-different-drivers/6682486/

Alonso: Reaction to Sochi F1 move proves different rules for different drivers
By: Luke Smith
Oct 7, 2021, 7:32 AM
Fernando Alonso believes the reaction to his first lap move through the run-off area in Sochi proves there are “different rules for different people” in Formula 1.

Two-time F1 world champion Alonso was spotted taking the escape route at Turn 2 during his reconnaissance laps to the grid ahead of the Russian Grand Prix two weeks ago, before repeating the move on the opening lap of the race.

The FIA took no action against Alonso as he was deemed not to have gained any advantage, but the Spaniard’s move attracted attention as it ensured he also did not lose any places at the braking zone.

Asked about his move ahead of this weekend’s Turkish Grand Prix, Alonso said he straight-lined Turn 2 to “see the questions here in Istanbul”, claiming the reaction proved his actions were under added scrutiny.

“[it was] just to confirm when I do things, they have a different behaviour, and a different repercussion on the following event,” Alonso said.

“So now, maybe they change the run-off area in Lap 1 in the first couple of corners.

“I’ve been the idiot on-track for most of the championship while I’ve been overtaken from the outside of the asphalt by many people for the first couple of races.

"Even in Austria, I remember Austria 1 and Austria 2, and nothing happened. There were no questions on the following race.

“Now after Sochi, there is a question. It’s a confirmation."

 

You missed this part which is also very on point:

“Alonso then made reference to McLaren driver Lando Norris’s crossing of the white line at pit entry in the closing stages of the Russia race that saw him escape a penalty and only land a reprimand following a stewards’ investigation.

‘Let’s see, the next one that crosses the white line on the pit entry, let’s see which nationality he is and which penalty he will get,’ Alonso said”

 

Really trying way too hard there Lewis!

LOL, looks like a cross between SNL’s church lady and this:
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Yes I communicate on that in race thread. No question full normal penalty was in order but not given

 

Probably a touch less grip than some think even with the 'treatment' by water done recently.

Leclerc hopes Turkey F1 track "still slippery" to boost Ferrari's hopes
By: Alex Kalinauckas
Oct 7, 2021, 11:12 AM
Charles Leclerc hopes the reworked Istanbul track surface will “still be slippery” after the low-grip 2020 conditions benefited Ferrari, while several Formula 1 rivals hope the situation has improved considerably.

 

Ok wow lol -- https://www.autosport.com/f1/news/f1-medical-car-crew-replaced-after-covid-positive-tests/6682414/

F1 medical car crew replaced after positive COVID tests
By: Jonathan Noble
Oct 7, 2021, 5:42 AM
Formula 1 will have a replacement medical car crew at this weekend's Turkish Grand Prix after its regulars tested positive for coronavirus.

Medical car driver Alan van der Merwe and doctor Ian Roberts have worked together for many years, and most famously played a key role in helping Romain Grosjean escape from his fiery crash at last year's Bahrain Grand Prix.

But during pre-event testing before they travelled to Istanbul, it was revealed that both had been struck down with COVID-19.

A statement from the FIA confirmed that their diagnosis meant they could not take up their normal duties.

"[Both] tested positive for COVID-19 prior to travelling and are therefore self-isolating and will not attend the 2021 FIA Formula Turkish Grand Prix," said an FIA spokesman.

"They will be replaced at this event by FIA Formula E World Championship Safety Car Driver, Bruno Correia, and Medical Delegate, Dr Bruno Franceschini, respectively."

Should van der Merwe and Roberts recover quickly then they could be back in action for the following race in Austin later this month.

F1 has undertaken a massive testing programme for coronavirus as part of the protocols it introduced ahead of the delayed 2020 season to ensure that racing could continue.

All personnel wishing to attend races need to undertake pre-travel COVID tests, as well as further evaluations over each grand prix weekend to ensure they do not transmit the virus if they have caught it.

F1 has so far managed to contain any major outbreak in the paddock, with swift action ensuring that if anyone does test positive then all close contacts are put in to self isolation.

Van der Merwe is a former British F3 champion who was a part-time test driver for the BAR F1 team. After competing in A1 Grand Prix and sportscars, he became the official medical car driver from 2009.

Roberts is driven in the medical car in his role as F1 Medical Rescue Coordinator, a position he took up during 2013. He was previously the chief medical officer at Silverstone, and fulfilled that role at the British Grand Prix many times too.

 

Zero interesting news so far this weekend but it should be a great race with matured more coarse grippy tarmac on a great challenging course that offers good overtaking chances.

 

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The interesting news is all the faux drama of Honda leaving. Clearly they are not lol.

 

gasly and mini me

 

he should drive like that....

 

Maybe Mercedes could change their livery each race to match Lewis' outfits.

 

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Nope...that's my Aunt Mabel headed out for a hike. The colors are quite striking, doncha think? I think the boots were on sale......

 

A properly sized F1 car.