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Speedbird-1 · 24 March 2023, 10:00 PM

Looking ahead, are F1 viewing figures going to tank?

jatco · 25 March 2023, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Speedbird-1

Looking ahead, are F1 viewing figures going to tank?

Could... I for one have lost some enthusiasm. I think I've watched 1 race
last year. Didn't see these 2 of this year. :shrug:

77T · 25 March 2023, 03:02 AM

According to Statistica, and I don’t know all the variables/reliability, the numbers have varied over the years. They didn’t post 2022 numbers but since the nadir in 2017 it seems variable with no particular correlation.

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jatco · 25 March 2023, 03:05 AM

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Originally Posted by 77T

According to Statistica, and I don’t know all the variables/reliability, the numbers have varied over the years. They didn’t post 2022 numbers but since the nadir in 2017 it seems variable with no particular correlation.

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I knew there would be stats for this...
Interesting...

77T · 25 March 2023, 03:17 AM

A better bar chart

Bernie Ecclestone sold his financial interest in Formula One in 2017, after Liberty Media acquired the commercial rights to the sport. Ecclestone was replaced by Chase Carey as CEO following the acquisition.

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INC · 25 March 2023, 03:19 AM

If I see well, these list is based on TV viewers.

So if I'm right on this, then these figures means a serious raising number of viewers in sum, as in this case we should add the numbers of the streaming/online platform viewers too all of these figures.

77T · 27 March 2023, 05:35 AM

Seems weird to me that Kimi is at COTA in NASCAR race today…maybe not?

And Geunter Steiner was doing color for pre-race…

Also have Jensen Button, Ricky Taylor and some road racing specialists…

No track limits to speak of…git’er done boys.

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enjoythemusic · 27 March 2023, 06:09 AM

And remember, rubbun' is racin' boys.

SDGT3 · 27 March 2023, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by 77T

Seems weird to me that Kimi is at COTA in NASCAR race today…maybe not?

And Geunter Steiner was doing color for pre-race…

Also have Jensen Button, Ricky Taylor and some road racing specialists…

No track limits to speak of…git’er done boys.

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Jordan Taylor was racing for his first time today in NASCAR, Ricky is his brother. Kimi raced last year at Watkins Glen with the NASCAR boys. Steiner looked was a bit nervous in the booth. Button will race at LeMans with the NASCAR project car (Garage 56) and has been coached by Jordan. I'm looking forward to LeMans where Jenson, Jimmy Johnson and Mike Rockenfeller will be competing.

https://racer.com/2023/02/17/nascar-...ntry-revealed/

jatco · 27 March 2023, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by SDGT3

Jordan Taylor was racing for his first time today in NASCAR, Ricky is his brother. Kimi raced last year at Watkins Glen with the NASCAR boys. Steiner looked was a bit nervous in the booth. Button will race at LeMans with the NASCAR project car (Garage 56) and has been coached by Jordan. I'm looking forward to LeMans where Jenson, Jimmy Johnson and Mike Rockenfeller will be competing.

https://racer.com/2023/02/17/nascar-...ntry-revealed/

Kimi must've had a good time at The Glen last year but if I recall, he didn't do too well crashing out early.
That Garage 56 Camero looks sweet. Should be interesting on how they/it fairs
in LeMans..

SDGT3 · 27 March 2023, 10:52 AM

Kimi was crashed out at the Glen, wasn't his fault, but it seemed like he enjoyed the experience. He ran as high as 4th today but it was a crashfest today at COTA and got shuffled back.

Looking forward to see how they go at Lemans

SDGT3 · 31 March 2023, 01:37 AM

Are the gloves finally off between the drivers at Mercedes? Hamilton has not won a race since 2021 and was soundly beaten by his first year teammate last year by a margin of 35 pts. Now he's lashed out at George Russell in the media.

George Russell rejects Lewis Hamilton’s claim he got ‘lucky’ with Saudi Arabia setup choice

Connor McDonagh
30 Mar 2023

George Russell has hit back at Lewis Hamilton’s claim that he got ‘lucky’ with his setup choice during the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix weekend.

Russell came away from Jeddah as the lead Mercedes driver, out-qualifying and out-racing his more experienced teammate.

After the race, Hamilton blamed his setup choice, taking a swipe at Russell by claiming “he’s usually wrong”.

The seven-time world champion said: “We work on that. There was like a 50-50 choice. I chose one way and he chose another.

“More often than not, the way he went is the wrong one. But it just happened to work.

"So I could only match his pace than be quicker this weekend. But I’ll work hard to make sure we are in a better place next time.”

Speaking to the media on Thursday in Melbourne, Russell was asked about Hamilton’s post-race comments.

Russell insisted that “luck” wasn’t a factor, pointing towards his detailed preparation ahead of the race weekend.

“I don’t think there’s any luck in it at all,” Russell said. “It’s down to the preparation you put in before the event and the changes we made overnight.

“I knew that was going to be the right direction with the work we did with the team and I believed it was going to be better than the setup Lewis opted for. I think everybody has different preferences.

https://www.crash.net/f1/news/102306...-setup-choice

77T · 31 March 2023, 01:49 AM

The tension has been there since RUS began outperforming the potential of the car, including setups and strat.

Another slant on same ruckus in the press pen and sit downs.

https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/a...OaPedPdw9.html

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Mifune · 31 March 2023, 02:33 AM

when a former champion true colors begin showing thru...

enjoythemusic · 31 March 2023, 05:07 AM

(Said in humor, in a sarcastic voice) i keep saying HAM should have retired back in... but noooooo, he didn't listen to me. Now look at you. Just look at you now HAM.

GO ALONSO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

INC · 31 March 2023, 05:10 AM

Had HAM retired after the famous "one lap race", he could have become a hero. Now, however, he seems to be proving that he was only able to be a world champion as long as he was in the best car and as long as his teammate was significantly less capable than him. Too bad about that.

JoeJoeBobo · 31 March 2023, 05:19 AM

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Originally Posted by INC

Had HAM retired after the famous "one lap race", he could have become a hero. Now, however, he seems to be proving that he was only able to be a world champion as long as he was in the best car and as long as his teammate was significantly less capable than him. Too bad about that.

Go back 50-60 pages over several seasons and most of the real honest informed F1 fans in regards to Hamilton have were saying it’s the car.

But then again most times it always is!

jatco · 31 March 2023, 07:51 AM

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Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

(Said in humor, in a sarcastic voice) i keep saying HAM should have retired back in... but noooooo, he didn't listen to me. Now look at you. Just look at you now HAM.

GO ALONSO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ditto..
.
Alonso is the one to watch, ...once again..Just to shake things up a bit....

77T · 31 March 2023, 09:36 AM

So far, not impressed with EV response to remove cars - slow - F2 has had 2 R/F’s already and very little time on track for the 30min Practice session.

The last turn onto front straight (T14) has no room for error, two cars already spun due to 1/2 a tire onto grass verge.

For F1 lap speeds - now have 4 DRS Zones, incredibly faster laps than prior years.

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SDGT3 · 31 March 2023, 10:36 PM

Max P1 in FP1
Fernando P1 in FP2

George Russell believes Aston Martin will be quicker than normal in Australia given the advantages the AM has in medium speed corners, which are plenty at Melbourne Park. Should be a good qualifying session tonight!

INC · 31 March 2023, 10:38 PM

If I read well, for the future the FIA set up new rule to avoid the Alonso's like cases:

From now on to touch the car or pilot during serving a penalty will lead to another penalty. However if I understand well, that in such cases as the penalties can be summarized and served on the same time. This sounds interesting, as maybe this could mean too, that IF the team realises that they made a mistake, then they may serve the new penalty in the same pitstop.

INC · 31 March 2023, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by JoeJoeBobo

Go back 50-60 pages over several seasons and most of the real honest informed F1 fans in regards to Hamilton have were saying it’s the car.

Shh...don't let Russel hear it because he'll end up as weak as HAM nowadays... and mostly if he'l be embarrassed about it, then he'll even return the trophy he got last year, just so he doesn't hurt HAM's feelings, or to ruin a nice conspiration theory.

enjoythemusic · 1 April 2023, 03:16 AM

Ok, i just watched Practice 2 in the wet'ish.

Who's the man.

WHO'S THE MAN!!!!!!!

ALO.jpg

INC · 1 April 2023, 03:58 AM

FLYonso!

jatco · 1 April 2023, 04:21 AM

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flyonso!

x2

77T · 1 April 2023, 11:16 PM

Something’s up methinks with PER.
Seemingly not as sharp…

Interesting grid for race - won’t mention anything specific to avoid a spoiler for anyone awaiting their DVR Viewing.

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enjoythemusic · 1 April 2023, 11:31 PM

Yes, very interesting grid and have a feeling we'll see two safety cars periods. When ALO passes HAM on track you know i'll be cheering :)

SDGT3 · 2 April 2023, 12:40 AM

Very interesting grid mix. After watching FP3 live, it looked like Mercedes would be just inside the top 10. Clearly they were sandbagging because they've found incredible pace here in Albert Park. Can't wait for the race to see how this all unfolds!!

INC · 2 April 2023, 03:36 AM

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Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

When ALO passes HAM on track you know i'll be cheering :)

+1

77T · 2 April 2023, 10:05 AM

Well, ALO’s protégé won F3 flag to flag in an incident-punctuated feature race.

Maybe an auspicious omen for his F1 race.

Interrupted with 2 SC’s - may also portend that for the F1 race.

F2 coming up in about an hour on ESPN+ stream in US.

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25 March 2023, 03:02 AM	#4983
77T 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 40,725	According to Statistica, and I don’t know all the variables/reliability, the numbers have varied over the years. They didn’t post 2022 numbers but since the nadir in 2017 it seems variable with no particular correlation. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

25 March 2023, 03:17 AM	#4985
77T 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 40,725	A better bar chart Bernie Ecclestone sold his financial interest in Formula One in 2017, after Liberty Media acquired the commercial rights to the sport. Ecclestone was replaced by Chase Carey as CEO following the acquisition. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

27 March 2023, 05:35 AM	#4987
77T 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 40,725	Seems weird to me that Kimi is at COTA in NASCAR race today…maybe not? And Geunter Steiner was doing color for pre-race… Also have Jensen Button, Ricky Taylor and some road racing specialists… No track limits to speak of…git’er done boys. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

27 March 2023, 06:09 AM	#4988
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 19,445	And remember, rubbun' is racin' boys. __________________ __________________ “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming 'Wow! What a Ride!'” -- Hunter S. Thompson Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

31 March 2023, 01:37 AM	#4992
SDGT3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Phillip Location: Right here Watch: SD43 Daytona Blusy Posts: 1,797	Honeymoon period over at Mercedes? Are the gloves finally off between the drivers at Mercedes? Hamilton has not won a race since 2021 and was soundly beaten by his first year teammate last year by a margin of 35 pts. Now he's lashed out at George Russell in the media. George Russell rejects Lewis Hamilton’s claim he got ‘lucky’ with Saudi Arabia setup choice Connor McDonagh 30 Mar 2023 George Russell has hit back at Lewis Hamilton’s claim that he got ‘lucky’ with his setup choice during the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix weekend. Russell came away from Jeddah as the lead Mercedes driver, out-qualifying and out-racing his more experienced teammate. After the race, Hamilton blamed his setup choice, taking a swipe at Russell by claiming “he’s usually wrong”. The seven-time world champion said: “We work on that. There was like a 50-50 choice. I chose one way and he chose another. “More often than not, the way he went is the wrong one. But it just happened to work. "So I could only match his pace than be quicker this weekend. But I’ll work hard to make sure we are in a better place next time.” Speaking to the media on Thursday in Melbourne, Russell was asked about Hamilton’s post-race comments. Russell insisted that “luck” wasn’t a factor, pointing towards his detailed preparation ahead of the race weekend. “I don’t think there’s any luck in it at all,” Russell said. “It’s down to the preparation you put in before the event and the changes we made overnight. “I knew that was going to be the right direction with the work we did with the team and I believed it was going to be better than the setup Lewis opted for. I think everybody has different preferences. https://www.crash.net/f1/news/102306...-setup-choice

24 March 2023, 10:00 PM	#4981
Speedbird-1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Steve. Location: UK Posts: 6,070	Looking ahead, are F1 viewing figures going to tank?

25 March 2023, 03:19 AM	#4986
INC 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: Budapest, HU Watch: 17000B, B+W Posts: 1,984	If I see well, these list is based on TV viewers. So if I'm right on this, then these figures means a serious raising number of viewers in sum, as in this case we should add the numbers of the streaming/online platform viewers too all of these figures.

27 March 2023, 10:52 AM	#4991
SDGT3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Phillip Location: Right here Watch: SD43 Daytona Blusy Posts: 1,797	Kimi was crashed out at the Glen, wasn't his fault, but it seemed like he enjoyed the experience. He ran as high as 4th today but it was a crashfest today at COTA and got shuffled back. Looking forward to see how they go at Lemans

31 March 2023, 01:49 AM	#4993
77T 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 40,725	The tension has been there since RUS began outperforming the potential of the car, including setups and strat. Another slant on same ruckus in the press pen and sit downs. https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/a...OaPedPdw9.html Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

31 March 2023, 02:33 AM	#4994
Mifune Banned Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: here AND there... Posts: 2,240	when a former champion true colors begin showing thru...

31 March 2023, 05:07 AM	#4995
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 19,445	(Said in humor, in a sarcastic voice) i keep saying HAM should have retired back in... but noooooo, he didn't listen to me. Now look at you. Just look at you now HAM. GO ALONSO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! __________________ __________________ “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming 'Wow! What a Ride!'” -- Hunter S. Thompson Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

31 March 2023, 05:10 AM	#4996
INC 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: Budapest, HU Watch: 17000B, B+W Posts: 1,984	Had HAM retired after the famous "one lap race", he could have become a hero. Now, however, he seems to be proving that he was only able to be a world champion as long as he was in the best car and as long as his teammate was significantly less capable than him. Too bad about that.

31 March 2023, 09:36 AM	#4999
77T 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 40,725	The Official Formula One Thread! So far, not impressed with EV response to remove cars - slow - F2 has had 2 R/F’s already and very little time on track for the 30min Practice session. The last turn onto front straight (T14) has no room for error, two cars already spun due to 1/2 a tire onto grass verge. For F1 lap speeds - now have 4 DRS Zones, incredibly faster laps than prior years. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

31 March 2023, 10:36 PM	#5000
SDGT3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Phillip Location: Right here Watch: SD43 Daytona Blusy Posts: 1,797	Max P1 in FP1 Fernando P1 in FP2 George Russell believes Aston Martin will be quicker than normal in Australia given the advantages the AM has in medium speed corners, which are plenty at Melbourne Park. Should be a good qualifying session tonight!

31 March 2023, 10:38 PM	#5001
INC 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: Budapest, HU Watch: 17000B, B+W Posts: 1,984	If I read well, for the future the FIA set up new rule to avoid the Alonso's like cases: From now on to touch the car or pilot during serving a penalty will lead to another penalty. However if I understand well, that in such cases as the penalties can be summarized and served on the same time. This sounds interesting, as maybe this could mean too, that IF the team realises that they made a mistake, then they may serve the new penalty in the same pitstop.

1 April 2023, 03:16 AM	#5003
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 19,445	Ok, i just watched Practice 2 in the wet'ish. Who's the man. WHO'S THE MAN!!!!!!! ALO.jpg __________________ __________________ “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming 'Wow! What a Ride!'” -- Hunter S. Thompson Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

1 April 2023, 03:58 AM	#5004
INC 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: Budapest, HU Watch: 17000B, B+W Posts: 1,984	FLYonso!

1 April 2023, 11:16 PM	#5006
77T 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 40,725	Something’s up methinks with PER. Seemingly not as sharp… Interesting grid for race - won’t mention anything specific to avoid a spoiler for anyone awaiting their DVR Viewing. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

1 April 2023, 11:31 PM	#5007
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 19,445	Yes, very interesting grid and have a feeling we'll see two safety cars periods. When ALO passes HAM on track you know i'll be cheering :) __________________ __________________ “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming 'Wow! What a Ride!'” -- Hunter S. Thompson Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

2 April 2023, 12:40 AM	#5008
SDGT3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Phillip Location: Right here Watch: SD43 Daytona Blusy Posts: 1,797	Very interesting grid mix. After watching FP3 live, it looked like Mercedes would be just inside the top 10. Clearly they were sandbagging because they've found incredible pace here in Albert Park. Can't wait for the race to see how this all unfolds!!

2 April 2023, 10:05 AM	#5010
77T 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 40,725	The Official Formula One Thread! Well, ALO’s protégé won F3 flag to flag in an incident-punctuated feature race. Maybe an auspicious omen for his F1 race. Interrupted with 2 SC’s - may also portend that for the F1 race. F2 coming up in about an hour on ESPN+ stream in US. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

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