"Grand Prix 2" Championship

Aerospeed · Post by **Aerospeed** » 30 Aug 2012, 13:02

James Davies wrote:Dan Moreno, you are one the luckiest bastard ever, I swear. In more important news, I may just be able to make the Japanese Grand Prix. Obviously I'll need the FIA to clear me first, as well as talk it over with the boss, but I think everything should check out fine.

Daniel Moreno (no relation to the cyclist) wrote:You think I'm just a lucky bastard? Just watch me.

the Masked Lapwing · Post by **the Masked Lapwing** » 30 Aug 2012, 13:15

James Davies wrote:Dan Moreno, you are one the luckiest bastard ever, I swear. In more important news, I may just be able to make the Japanese Grand Prix. Obviously I'll need the FIA to clear me first, as well as talk it over with the boss, but I think everything should check out fine.

Daniel Moreno (no relation to the cyclist) wrote:You think I'm just a lucky bastard? Just watch me.

John Zimmer wrote:Just ignore him mate, he's sour because he hasn't got the talent to win a real race, let alone a championship
Myself, I'm going to congratulate you, after last year's battle you deserve one.

pasta_maldonado · Post by **pasta_maldonado** » 30 Aug 2012, 13:37

FMecha wrote:
pasta_maldonado wrote:Dutchman Martin van der Maeyede is looking for a drive.

I suggest you take part in the Duel in the Desert. Do you want?

van der Maeyede would like to enter the Duel in the Desert

Aerospeed · Post by **Aerospeed** » 30 Aug 2012, 13:39

Eddie Stewart wrote:If Mr. Christopherson is out of a job from McLaren we would be happy to sign him to a contract with Stewart GP.

tristan1117 · Post by **tristan1117** » 30 Aug 2012, 13:49

Wizzie wrote:
Phoenix wrote:I don't know if the second Williams seat is already filled for next season, but if not I'd like to bid for it with Rory McAllister.

Don Rennis would like to remind Rory that he already has a contract with McLaren for next year.

Is Christopherson out for the next race?

Phoenix · Post by **Phoenix** » 30 Aug 2012, 15:17

Wizzie wrote:
Phoenix wrote:I don't know if the second Williams seat is already filled for next season, but if not I'd like to bid for it with Rory McAllister.

Don Rennis would like to remind Rory that he already has a contract with McLaren for next year.

Sorry, it's got nothing to do with the team, but after being humilliated by Cristopherson I am unable to look at anyone within the team with a face of deep shame and I feel like I need new surroundings or something

Aerospeed · Post by **Aerospeed** » 30 Aug 2012, 15:50

Eddie Stewart wrote:Well, looks like Christopherson is staying at McLaren...

So, Rory McAllister, would you like to drive for Stewart GP?

Phoenix · Post by **Phoenix** » 30 Aug 2012, 15:54

JeremyMcClean wrote:
Eddie Stewart wrote:Well, looks like Christopherson is staying at McLaren...

So, Rory McAllister, would you like to drive for Stewart GP?

Why not?

tristan1117 · Post by **tristan1117** » 30 Aug 2012, 17:43

Don Rennis needs to confirm if Christopherson or Davies will drive in Suzuka

Post by **Londoner** » 30 Aug 2012, 17:53

Damon Cannon wrote:That was bloody brilliant! Just serves to prove that if you keep your head down and just drive, you get your rewards in the end. And for Leonhard to join me on the podium is the cherry on top of a very large gateau. Could I go one better in Suzuka? Maybe, maybe I will.

Poppy Whitechapel wrote:Daniel Moreno is the world's luckiest bastard, ever. What a mental race! Tyrrell couldn't capitalise on the misfortunes of most of the leading pack (hardly surprising let's be honest...) and the new Pacific driver is terrible (again to be expected...). I wonder what Pippa Mann must be thinking now that her title challenge is over?

I'd also like to mention that I'm returning to the series next year. I have signed a provisional contract with the new Lola squad (was it named after the Kinks song I wonder?). The paperwork should be going through very shortly.

Barbazza · Post by **Barbazza** » 30 Aug 2012, 19:22

Andrew Spokes wrote:A point after that ridiculous crash feels like a victory. What was he doing, channelling Jean Pierre-Jarier or something?!

Salamander · Post by **Salamander** » 30 Aug 2012, 19:23

James Davies wrote:Dan Moreno, you are one the luckiest bastard ever, I swear. In more important news, I may just be able to make the Japanese Grand Prix. Obviously I'll need the FIA to clear me first, as well as talk it over with the boss, but I think everything should check out fine.

Daniel Moreno (no relation to the cyclist) wrote:You think I'm just a lucky bastard? Just watch me.

John Zimmer wrote:Just ignore him mate, he's sour because he hasn't got the talent to win a real race, let alone a championship
Myself, I'm going to congratulate you, after last year's battle you deserve one.

James Davies wrote:Try saying that in a couple of years time, you overrated douche. Though I will agree with on one thing: Dan Moreno does deserve a title... well, more than you, anyway.

Also, if Wizzie doesn't confirm anything, just keep Christopherson, I'm not too bothered really.

TomWazzleshaw · Post by **TomWazzleshaw** » 30 Aug 2012, 21:59

tristan1117 wrote:Don Rennis needs to confirm if Christopherson or Davies will drive in Suzuka

We'll keep Christopherson for the last race. We'd rather give James an entire off-season to prepare of a racing return.

tristan1117 · Post by **tristan1117** » 31 Aug 2012, 01:35

Round 16: Japan

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1. Daniel Moreno (Williams) - 1:37.686
2. Pippa Mann (Williams) - 1:37.847
3. Kazuhiko Takagi (Ferrari) - 1:38.043
4. Tom Douglas (Ferrari) - 1:38.045
5. Andrew Spokes (Benetton) - 1:38.081
6. John Zimmer (Benetton) - 1:38.159
7. Rory McAllister (McLaren) - 1:38.324
8. Jack Christopherson (McLaren) - 1:38.890
9. Leonhard von Gottorp (Jordan) - 1:38.836
10. Pablo da Silva (Sauber) - 1:38.919
11. Pieter Kickert (Sauber) - 1:39.588
12. Damon Cannon (Jordan) - 1:39.598
13. Douglas Mann (Ligier) - 1:39.631

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14. Clivio Durand (Tyrrell) - 1:40.231
15. Reiko Megumi (Ligier) - 1:40.318
16. Jorg Scrattenheim (Footwork) - 1:40.469
17. Eadbhard O'Caiomhin (Tyrrell) - 1:40.517
18. Gio van Dycke (Minardi) - 1:41.392
19. Miko Fakkinen (Minardi) - 1:41.429
20. Kazuyoshi Hoshino (Footwork) - 1:41.948
21. Niko Nurminen (DAMS) - 1:42.346
22. Ben Fleet (DAMS) - 1:42.792
23. Giovanni Roda (Forti) - 1:42.949
24. Martin McFry (Forti) - 1:43.102
25. Siergiej Rozvadoskij (Pacific) - 1:44.184
26. Anton Kaliniczenko (Pacific) - 1:44.214

Shockingly, the first real Noah's Ark grid shows up on the last race of the season. Luckily, varying periods of heavy rain on Sunday will hopefully bring some interesting action. I bet that the race will somehow be boring, though.

tristan1117 · Post by **tristan1117** » 31 Aug 2012, 02:14

Max von Hegel wrote:Stephano Baroncelli has been signed as Arrows' second driver for 1997, partnering Jorg Scrattenheim.

FMecha · Post by **FMecha** » 31 Aug 2012, 02:51

Kazuhiko Takagi wrote:Alright, it time to act in homeland!

Reiko Megumi wrote:This is a very, very crucial race for me.

Meanwhile, in hospital, Robert Anderson is seen complaining about Pacific's power steering. :lol:

RonDenisDeletraz · Post by **RonDenisDeletraz** » 31 Aug 2012, 04:26

tristan1117 wrote:
Max von Hegel wrote:Stephano Baroncelli has been signed as Arrows' second driver for 1997, partnering Jorg Scrattenheim.

Scrattenheim still has the faster AI right.

Sauber also plan to retain Pablo de Silva unless he wants to move. (Kickert said that he was leaving)

TomWazzleshaw · Post by **TomWazzleshaw** » 31 Aug 2012, 07:09

25. Siergiej Rozvadoskij (Pacific) - 1:52.184
26. Anton Kaliniczenko (Pacific) - 1:45.214

You sure about that chief? :lol:

Shizuka · Post by **Shizuka** » 31 Aug 2012, 07:31

Is Siergiej trying to be Marty McFly?

dr-baker · Post by **dr-baker** » 31 Aug 2012, 12:11

Wizzie wrote:
25. Siergiej Rozvadoskij (Pacific) - 1:52.184
26. Anton Kaliniczenko (Pacific) - 1:45.214

You sure about that chief?

It's worse than that...

tristan1117 wrote:Round 16: Japan

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23. Giovanni Roda (Forti) - 1:42.949
24. Martin McFry (Forti) - 1:42.102
25. Siergiej Rozvadoskij (Pacific) - 1:52.184
26. Anton Kaliniczenko (Pacific) - 1:45.214

Aerospeed · Post by **Aerospeed** » 31 Aug 2012, 13:02

Is anyone signed at Prost/Ligier?

pasta_maldonado · Post by **pasta_maldonado** » 31 Aug 2012, 13:03

Once again, Martin van der Maeyede is looking for a drive.

Klon · Post by **Klon** » 31 Aug 2012, 13:50

pasta_maldonado wrote:Once again, Martin van der Maeyede is looking for a drive.

If he wants to participate in the Duel In The Desert, Jordan can help him.

Leonhard Von Gottorp wrote:My, my, that was an eventful race. It sure was a gay experience, standing with Damon on the podium: it was very important for the team and I was quite happy as well. I need to use this opportunity to announce that I will not take part in the Duel In The Desert - that race is just too grueling for yours truly, I am afraid that my body can't really take it anymore. You don't get any younger, don't you?

pasta_maldonado · Post by **pasta_maldonado** » 31 Aug 2012, 13:56

Klon wrote:
pasta_maldonado wrote:Once again, Martin van der Maeyede is looking for a drive.

If he wants to participate in the Duel In The Desert, Jordan can help him.

Leonhard Von Gottorp wrote:My, my, that was an eventful race. It sure was a gay experience, standing with Damon on the podium: it was very important for the team and I was quite happy as well. I need to use this opportunity to announce that I will not take part in the Duel In The Desert - that race is just too grueling for yours truly, I am afraid that my body can't really take it anymore. You don't get any younger, don't you?

Yes, he would!

Martin van der Maeyede wrote: I am thankful to Jordan for giving me this chance to prove my worth in the Duel in the Desert. It will be a pleasure to work with the team who have a very competitive car. Hopefully I can impress a few people, and get a race seat for next year!

tristan1117 · Post by **tristan1117** » 31 Aug 2012, 16:35

dr-baker wrote:
Wizzie wrote:
25. Siergiej Rozvadoskij (Pacific) - 1:52.184
26. Anton Kaliniczenko (Pacific) - 1:45.214

You sure about that chief?

It's worse than that...
tristan1117 wrote:Round 16: Japan
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23. Giovanni Roda (Forti) - 1:42.949
24. Martin McFry (Forti) - 1:42.102
25. Siergiej Rozvadoskij (Pacific) - 1:52.184
26. Anton Kaliniczenko (Pacific) - 1:45.214

All fixed. Rozvadoskij actually did beat Kaliniczenko this time around...

Post by **Nuppiz** » 31 Aug 2012, 16:37

tristan1117 wrote:All fixed. Rozvadoskij actually did beat Kaliniczenko this time around...

Ermm, then what about this?

21. Niko Nurminen (DAMS) - 1:42.346
22. Ben Fleet (DAMS) - 1:42.792
23. Giovanni Roda (Forti) - 1:41.949
24. Martin McFry (Forti) - 1:42.102
25. Siergiej Rozvadoskij (Pacific) - 1:42.184
26. Anton Kaliniczenko (Pacific) - 1:42.214

AdrianSutil · Post by **AdrianSutil** » 31 Aug 2012, 18:12

JeremyMcClean wrote:Is anyone signed at Prost/Ligier?

Masta Valsattis is. Depends what happens with Megumi and Douglas Mann.

dr-baker · Post by **dr-baker** » 31 Aug 2012, 18:14

AdrianSutil wrote:
JeremyMcClean wrote:Is anyone signed at Prost/Ligier?

Masta Valsattis is. Depends what happens with Megumi and Douglas Mann.

I believe both Megumi and Valsattis have full-season contracts as Douglas Mann is retiring to become a driver coach at the team, so they can learn how he blew engines so they can avoid his mistakes!

Aerospeed · Post by **Aerospeed** » 31 Aug 2012, 18:37

In that case, Pablo da Silva will sign for another year with Sauber.

Nessafox · Post by **Nessafox** » 31 Aug 2012, 21:04

dr-baker wrote:
AdrianSutil wrote:
JeremyMcClean wrote:Is anyone signed at Prost/Ligier?

Masta Valsattis is. Depends what happens with Megumi and Douglas Mann.

I believe both Megumi and Valsattis have full-season contracts as Douglas Mann is retiring to become a driver coach at the team, so they can learn how he blew engines so they can avoid his mistakes!

A full-season contract with Ligier/Prost doesn't mean the driver will drive all races, that means the driver will work for Ligier at all races

But at least, these driver will start the season.

RonDenisDeletraz · Post by **RonDenisDeletraz** » 31 Aug 2012, 23:45

JeremyMcClean wrote:In that case, Pablo da Silva will sign for another year with Sauber.

Deal done, he will have number 1 driver status as well.

AdrianSutil · Post by **AdrianSutil** » 01 Sep 2012, 09:45

This wrote:
dr-baker wrote:
AdrianSutil wrote:I believe both Megumi and Valsattis have full-season contracts as Douglas Mann is retiring to become a driver coach at the team, so they can learn how he blew engines so they can avoid his mistakes!

A full-season contract with Ligier/Prost doesn't mean the driver will drive all races, that means the driver will work for Ligier at all races But at least, these driver will start the season.

Masta Valsattis:
Err, don't think you can sign me for the year and then drop me from races when you feel like it. You promised a multi-year contract when we spoke towards the end of 1995. I want to be the lead driver and I want to improve this team to be running at the top of the field. I want to be in the points for every race next year and I can't achieve this if your plan on car-swapping again.

TomWazzleshaw · Post by **TomWazzleshaw** » 01 Sep 2012, 09:50

Don Rennis wrote:Rory, Jack is a world-class driver with many years of experience and championships under his belt. There's no shame in being beaten by him, and besides, everyone can have off-periods every once in a while. If you still want to leave, we wont object to it but I'll personally make sure we'll give you all the support you need to help you get the maximum out of the car.

Phoenix · Post by **Phoenix** » 01 Sep 2012, 12:24

Don Rennis wrote:Rory, Jack is a world-class driver with many years of experience and championships under his belt. There's no shame in being beaten by him, and besides, everyone can have off-periods every once in a while. If you still want to leave, we wont object to it but I'll personally make sure we'll give you all the support you need to help you get the maximum out of the car.

Rory McAllister wrote:OK, I'll resign for one more year. I'll do my best to repay your faith.

Salamander · Post by **Salamander** » 01 Sep 2012, 13:43

Don Rennis wrote:Rory, Jack is a world-class driver with many years of experience and championships under his belt. There's no shame in being beaten by him, and besides, everyone can have off-periods every once in a while. If you still want to leave, we wont object to it but I'll personally make sure we'll give you all the support you need to help you get the maximum out of the car.

Rory McAllister wrote:OK, I'll resign for one more year. I'll do my best to repay your faith.

James Davies wrote:Fantastic! It's great to see you're staying after all, man. I promise not to destroy you too thoroughly next season!

Aerospeed · Post by **Aerospeed** » 01 Sep 2012, 14:05

Eddie Stewart wrote:Blast. Oh well, at least my offer in Ben Fleet still stands, included with what is likely to be #1 status.

dr-baker · Post by **dr-baker** » 01 Sep 2012, 14:16

Eddie Stewart wrote:Blast. Oh well, at least my offer in Ben Fleet still stands, included with what is likely to be #1 status.

Ben Fleet wrote:Why not? It can't be any worse than where I am at the moment!

Aerospeed · Post by **Aerospeed** » 01 Sep 2012, 14:26

Eddie Stewart wrote:Blast. Oh well, at least my offer in Ben Fleet still stands, included with what is likely to be #1 status.

Ben Fleet wrote:Why not? It can't be any worse than where I am at the moment!

Eddie Stewart wrote:Excellent. Now we shall show that the British mean business!!

Shizuka · Post by **Shizuka** » 01 Sep 2012, 14:54

Ben is driving for DAMS in 1997 according to his previous comments, and he isn't a number two here, because he gets equal treatment.

dr-baker · Post by **dr-baker** » 01 Sep 2012, 15:01

Shizuka wrote:Ben is driving for DAMS in 1997 according to his previous comments, and he isn't a number two here, because he gets equal treatment.

Is there a get-out clause? And an outright number-1 position is better than equal-number-1...