F1 '08, Round 6: Grand Prix of Monaco

Schumacher · 05-19-2008, 05:49 PM

Track length: 3.340 km
Number of laps: 78 (260.520 km
Number of corners: 16 (left:6) (right:10)
Top speed: 305 Km/h
Downforce setup: high
Best lap: M. Schumacher - 1'14''439 (2004, Ferrari)
Record Pole: F. Alonso - 1'13''962 (2006, Renault)
Pole 2007: F. Alonso - 1'15''726 (McLaren)

Podium 2007
1. F. Alonso
2. L. Hamilton
3. F. Massa

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TGrits10 · 05-19-2008, 06:18 PM

The way Nico's been talking, I just get my hopes up for this race!

Schumacher · 05-19-2008, 07:15 PM

It's just one of those tracks where anything can happen. The slightly slower teams even have a chance. It's all about the qualifying.
I'm thinking Alonso has a good chance of winning the race 3 years running. Yes, Renault aren't the quickest, but the advantage that the top teams have isn't as 'usable' in Monaco because of its characteristics.

Hoping Ferrari improve their performance here, too. They've been a little off colour the last few years.

TGrits10 · 05-19-2008, 07:26 PM

I'd like to see Kimi bounce back from his struggles in Turkey for a dominant win from pole like '05 (or was it '06?). Williams cars always seem to like this track, based on recent years and comments from people like Nico. I'm hoping they can put both cars in the points with some strong qualifying (though Kaz hasn't impressed in that area).

ptclaus98 · 05-19-2008, 07:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TGrits10

I'd like to see Kimi bounce back from his struggles in Turkey for a dominant win from pole like '05 (or was it '06?). Williams cars always seem to like this track, based on recent years and comments from people like Nico. I'm hoping they can put both cars in the points with some strong qualifying (though Kaz hasn't impressed in that area).

05. Macca went winless in 06.

GarySheehan · 05-19-2008, 08:45 PM

I was just there on May 9th. They already had the barriers and grandstands up. My wife and I walked the entire circuit. Had a beer at La Rascasse and looked out the window at Schumi's favorite parking spot. Definitely a cool experience for someone that's been watching this race on TV for most of his life. I think watching this year's race is going to be something special.

Gary Sheehan
Sheehan Motor Racing
www.garysheehan.com

Counterfit · 05-20-2008, 01:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TGrits10

Williams cars always seem to like this track, based on recent years

I was so bummed when Webbo's engine blew while he was in 3rd in 06.

fightinchunk · 05-20-2008, 01:41 AM

The most difficult track on the F1 calendar is also probably the most difficult to make a prediction for. So rather than guess who the top four or so will be, so I'll go with who I think might throw a spanners in the works: Alonso and Webber.

Their experience, combined with the gains made in both teams and the inevitable SC or two might mean either could be standing on the podium. Or maybe that's wishful thinking?!

hanzo918 · 05-20-2008, 02:03 AM

What's the difference between best lap and record pole?

Is best lap a lap during a race?

fightinchunk · 05-20-2008, 02:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hanzo918

What's the difference between best lap and record pole?

Is best lap a lap during a race?

best lap is the fastest lap completed during the race, record pole is kubica...

i'll just let myself out

Hotrodguru · 05-20-2008, 02:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GarySheehan

I was just there on May 9th. They already had the barriers and grandstands up. My wife and I walked the entire circuit. Had a beer at La Rascasse and looked out the window at Schumi's favorite parking spot. Definitely a cool experience for someone that's been watching this race on TV for most of his life. I think watching this year's race is going to be something special.

Gary Sheehan
Sheehan Motor Racing
www.garysheehan.com

Did you swing by the Tip Top Bar

thejaredhuang · 05-20-2008, 02:52 AM

I hope it rains and unless something breaks or theres an extremely long pit stop whoever is first after the 2nd corner will most likely win.

Dogbert2 · 05-20-2008, 11:12 AM

Quote:

Wet weather is likely to affect the otherwise glamorous running of the Monaco Grand Prix this week.

Weather forecasters are predicting mild temperatures at or below 20C all week, including Saturday and Sunday, and a possibility of rain throughout the coming days.

The highest probability for dry weather is ironically on Friday, when Formula One teams do not practice following Thursday's traditional first day of official action.

Another weather source predicts a dry race for Sunday, explaining that the forthcoming rain for the area may have cleared by the morning.

90210

StuBeck · 05-20-2008, 12:22 PM

Weather forecasts this way out are so hard to see as anything then speculation, but rain would be nice.

Ferg · 05-21-2008, 12:50 AM

Due to my having to take about nine prescription meds which has made my brain even more wonky than usual, I had to call in the support team (my wife Jen) to make my pics for me. She's a little biased towards the red cars.

K.Raikkonen
F.Massa
L.Hamilton
N.Heidfeld
N.Rosberg
J.Button
R.Kubica
R.Barrichello

ptclaus98 · 05-21-2008, 08:59 AM

The red cars? Looks to me like she likes the earth cars.

KevinD · 05-21-2008, 09:27 AM

i went with:

1. L.Hamilton
2. H.Kovalainen
3. K.Raikkonen
4. F.Alonso
5. R.Kubica
6. D.Coulthard
7. S.Bourdais
8. J.Trulli

Ferg · 05-21-2008, 10:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ptclaus98

The red cars? Looks to me like she likes the earth cars.

I think that's more of a driver bias. Actually now that I think about it the only driver she's ever mentioned not liking is Alonso.

StuBeck · 05-21-2008, 12:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Autosport

McLaren change pitlane position again

By Jonathan Noble Wednesday, May 21st 2008, 16:18 GMT

McLaren have been moved back up to the middle of the pitlane for the Monaco Grand Prix, following their relegation down to the bottom end for the last three races.

The Woking-based team had started the season in the fifth slot between Williams and Red Bull Racing, but were informed prior to the Bahrain Grand Prix that they would be moved to the last position - after alleged complaints from rival teams.

Although it was expected that they would remain there for the rest of the season, the pitlane allocation for Monaco has seen them return to the slot between Williams and Red Bull Racing.

No reason has been specified.

McLaren, whose motorhome remains at the bottom of the paddock, were unconcerned about being at the bottom of the pitlane - especially because it gave them an advantage in getting a clear exit from the pits after refuelling stops.

"Technically, it's an advantage as far as we can see and where we are in the pit lane doesn't affect the races," team boss Ron Dennis said in Bahrain. "If there is an outcome, it will be positive not negative.

"Obviously some of the other facilities are not as good as here in Bahrain, it can be a bit of a squeeze, but we're very resilient to this sort of thing."

McLaren's pit position changed again...for no real apparent reason.

Ferg · 05-21-2008, 12:47 PM

I'm convinced Bernie carries around a small (although totally elegant!) bag that's filled with completely random decisions, comments, penalties, rewards, or just about anything he's ever thought of...and when nobody is looking.

RollingRex · 05-21-2008, 01:39 PM

Monaco pick6:

R.Kubica
L.Hamilton
K.Raikkonen
H.Kovalainen
N.Heidfeld
F.Massa
N.Rosberg
F.Alonso

parker · 05-21-2008, 10:57 PM

First time at Monaco without TC.

I think this is going to be hectic.

Daishi00 · 05-21-2008, 11:27 PM

I'm going with

1) Hammi
2) Kovi
3) Kubica
4) Kimi
5) Massa

Ferrari can't seem to run in Monaco at all

hanzo918 · 05-22-2008, 01:27 AM

Hell:

1. Raikkonen
2. Hamilton
3. Massa
4. Kovalainen
5. Heidfeld

Only because I have faith in that new nose of Ferrari's on this high-downforce track.

Leonardo · 05-22-2008, 09:18 AM

Both renaults screwed up the rear suspension and wing.

05-19-2008, 05:49 PM	#1
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Schumacher Scooby Specialist Member#: 77596 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: UK, dawg Vehicle: 1999 WRX STi Type-R Black	It's just one of those tracks where anything can happen. The slightly slower teams even have a chance. It's all about the qualifying. I'm thinking Alonso has a good chance of winning the race 3 years running. Yes, Renault aren't the quickest, but the advantage that the top teams have isn't as 'usable' in Monaco because of its characteristics. Hoping Ferrari improve their performance here, too. They've been a little off colour the last few years.

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GarySheehan Scooby Specialist Member#: 2450 Join Date: Sep 2000 Chapter/Region: BAIC Location: SF Bay Area Vehicle: 1996 2005 Subaru STI White	I was just there on May 9th. They already had the barriers and grandstands up. My wife and I walked the entire circuit. Had a beer at La Rascasse and looked out the window at Schumi's favorite parking spot. Definitely a cool experience for someone that's been watching this race on TV for most of his life. I think watching this year's race is going to be something special. Gary Sheehan Sheehan Motor Racing www.garysheehan.com

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fightinchunk Scooby Newbie Member#: 138593 Join Date: Jan 2007 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Millburn NJ Vehicle: 92 SilviaVert sr20 02 WRX hx40, 94 SC300 2jz	The most difficult track on the F1 calendar is also probably the most difficult to make a prediction for. So rather than guess who the top four or so will be, so I'll go with who I think might throw a spanners in the works: Alonso and Webber. Their experience, combined with the gains made in both teams and the inevitable SC or two might mean either could be standing on the podium. Or maybe that's wishful thinking?!

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hanzo918 Scooby Specialist Member#: 82148 Join Date: Mar 2005 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: SoCal Vehicle: 1992 Daihatsu Charade	What's the difference between best lap and record pole? Is best lap a lap during a race?

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StuBeck Scooby Guru Member#: 19546 Join Date: Jun 2002 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Rochester, NY Vehicle: 2009 Honda Fit	Weather forecasts this way out are so hard to see as anything then speculation, but rain would be nice.

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Ferg built to spill Moderator Member#: 14145 Join Date: Jan 2002 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Puget Sound Vehicle: 02 WRX BLOD	Due to my having to take about nine prescription meds which has made my brain even more wonky than usual, I had to call in the support team (my wife Jen) to make my pics for me. She's a little biased towards the red cars. K.Raikkonen F.Massa L.Hamilton N.Heidfeld N.Rosberg J.Button R.Kubica R.Barrichello

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KevinD Scooby Newbie Member#: 80197 Join Date: Jan 2005	i went with: 1. L.Hamilton 2. H.Kovalainen 3. K.Raikkonen 4. F.Alonso 5. R.Kubica 6. D.Coulthard 7. S.Bourdais 8. J.Trulli

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Ferg built to spill Moderator Member#: 14145 Join Date: Jan 2002 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Puget Sound Vehicle: 02 WRX BLOD	I'm convinced Bernie carries around a small (although totally elegant!) bag that's filled with completely random decisions, comments, penalties, rewards, or just about anything he's ever thought of...and when nobody is looking.

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