2019 British Grand Prix - Silverstone, July 12-14

[Artur Craft]

It was odd seeing Ferrari brake for Copse on Q1. I guess the engine modes, even of the best teams, were high even on that initial session.

RB was using a very small rear wing, I wonder how they compare to the other 2 on the high speed corners. I'm betting they still match them despite the small wing.

If Vertappen has a good start, my bet is on him for the race win.

[LM10]

What's your reasoning?

If you've followed the season, you must know that this has been the general impression. Mercedes has always put much energy into the tyres in the past years. This season, it's not different. This is among the reasons why they work the tyres the best this season. They don't have any issues warming up and also manage to let them stay in the working window due to their superior understanding of the tyres in comparison to other teams.

Ferrari, on the other hand, repeatedly told that their lack of downforce (because they went for a wrong concept) plays a big role when it comes to warming up the tyres.

[Juzh]

RB was using a very small rear wing, I wonder how they compare to the other 2 on the high speed corners. I'm betting they still match them despite the small wing.

They do. Ahead of ferrari, level with merc, most of the time, except stowe. i'll post onboard laps a bit later.

[erudite450]

What's your reasoning?

If you've followed the season, you must know that this has been the general impression. Mercedes has always put much energy into the tyres in the past years. This season, it's not different. This is among the reasons why they work the tyres the best. They don't have any issues warming up and also manage to let them stay in the working window due to their superior understanding of the tyres in comparison to other teams.

Ferrari, on the other hand, repeatedly told that their lack of downforce (because they went for a wrong concept) plays a big role when it comes to warming up the tyres.

I totally agree that they have no problem with the tyre performance however I still believe they tend/need to approach the single lap preparation with more 'energy'.

[Artur Craft]

Norris is my driver of the future. The guy is just silk on a race track.

Agreed. Him, Leclerc, Max are looking to be the guys of future championships.

Max and Leclerc are on another league compared to Norris, who I think is very hyped. I see Russel and Albon doing a more impressive job but Norris is getting all the hype and the spotlight.

They do. Ahead of ferrari, level with merc, most of the time, except stowe. i'll post onboard laps a bit later.

Thanks mate

[LM10]

What's your reasoning?

If you've followed the season, you must know that this has been the general impression. Mercedes has always put much energy into the tyres in the past years. This season, it's not different. This is among the reasons why they work the tyres the best. They don't have any issues warming up and also manage to let them stay in the working window due to their superior understanding of the tyres in comparison to other teams.

Ferrari, on the other hand, repeatedly told that their lack of downforce (because they went for a wrong concept) plays a big role when it comes to warming up the tyres.

I totally agree that they have no problem with the tyre performance however I still believe they tend/need to approach the single lap preparation with more 'energy'.

And what's your reasoning?

[foxmulder_ms]

Hamilton gifted this pole to Bottas.

[FrukostScones]

Hey, what happened to the super duper, mighty, perfect Mercedes car ? Almost lost pole to Ferrari and RB and I even heard that turbo lag cost Verstappen the pole.

Now, imagine if the tyres were suited to Ferrari/RB instead of suited to Merc...... The hyped Brackley team would get trashed everywhere, from now on.

Verstappen will outpace the Mercedeses again, tomorrow

some TD's after France ; )

[erudite450]

If you've followed the season, you must know that this has been the general impression. Mercedes has always put much energy into the tyres in the past years. This season, it's not different. This is among the reasons why they work the tyres the best. They don't have any issues warming up and also manage to let them stay in the working window due to their superior understanding of the tyres in comparison to other teams.

Ferrari, on the other hand, repeatedly told that their lack of downforce (because they went for a wrong concept) plays a big role when it comes to warming up the tyres.

I totally agree that they have no problem with the tyre performance however I still believe they tend/need to approach the single lap preparation with more 'energy'.

And what's your reasoning?

Just a feeling...hahaha

[drunkf1fan]

Maybe they are already locked into a 2 stop?

even if they've decided they have to two stop, starting on mediums and going longer is surely better than finding out they have terrible deg vs people on mediums and ending up pitting into traffic. If they need the second stop they can do it later in the race with a more rubbered in track, they've far more chance of pitting earlier than others on the same tire but being clear of F1.5 so not getting held up. I can't see a single reason to start on softs and more so considering Leclerc had a nice lap on mediums there seemed to be no reason for them to change it last second by going on the softs.

[izzy]

even if they've decided they have to two stop, starting on mediums and going longer is surely better than finding out they have terrible deg vs people on mediums and ending up pitting into traffic. If they need the second stop they can do it later in the race with a more rubbered in track, they've far more chance of pitting earlier than others on the same tire but being clear of F1.5 so not getting held up. I can't see a single reason to start on softs and more so considering Leclerc had a nice lap on mediums there seemed to be no reason for them to change it last second by going on the softs.

yes and the problem is wear, not graining, so they could lose several seconds in one lap if they wear down to the base layer before they pit, they can't wait for the driver to say "the tyres are going off", cos it's the cliff, going: grip, grip, grip, nothing

[zibby43]

I'm actually impressed by Merc's qualifying performance.

With all the talk of how this is a power track loaded with fast corners and straights (Ferrari's strengths), Merc locking out the front row was a solid performance, especially with Hamilton failing to put any of his best sectors together.

Merc haven't had any big updates like Ferrari or Red Bull have had in recent races. Last time Merc had a big update was Spain.

That'll change in Hockenheim.

[Big Tea]

Norris is my driver of the future. The guy is just silk on a race track.

Agreed. Him, Leclerc, Max are looking to be the guys of future championships.

Max and Leclerc are on another league compared to Norris, who I think is very hyped. I see Russel and Albon doing a more impressive job but Norris is getting all the hype and the spotlight.

They do. Ahead of ferrari, level with merc, most of the time, except stowe. i'll post onboard laps a bit later.

Thanks mate

No mention for Albon?
I think he is a slow burner like Button and will become a champion if the chance goes his way.

There are several really good looking prospects coming through now, things are looking bright for the next decade.

[NathanOlder]

I think Vettel in Q2 on softs is simply down to his lack of pace. I heard that the softs were half a second faster than the mediums.

If you add 0.500 to Vettels Q2 time, he would have been eliminated.

[Just_a_fan]

Max and Leclerc are on another league compared to Norris, who I think is very hyped. I see Russel and Albon doing a more impressive job but Norris is getting all the hype and the spotlight.

Norris is showing up Sainz, in qualifying, who is generally well regarded. I think Norris is doing a good job.