Great races. Toto got to celebrate his 60th and 70th birthday all in one race. Good the car died before they killed him.
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May 26, 2026, 03:41 PM
P250UA5
1,000th start for McLaren in Monaco, expecting a special livery at least.
Guessing that's cumulative with both cars
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May 26, 2026, 06:30 PM
Ripley
Canada was supposed to be George's track, oops. He was looking over his shoulder all weekend. Until he wasn't.
Monaco is supposed to be Charles' track, we'll see. Supposedly Lew stopped using the team simulator and rediscovered his mojo.
It almost seems unfair that petulant Kimi is on track for a WDC but he's in a class of his own at this point in time. He's clearly vulnerable but who is going to exploit that?
Gucci has been announced as title partner to the Alpine team from 2027, with the squad set to race under the name of Gucci Racing Alpine Formula One Team from the start of next season.
As part of the collaboration, the luxury fashion house is creating Gucci Racing, which they have stated will be “a new business and experiential platform built around the values of performance, precision, discipline, and excellence at the intersection of luxury and sport”.
The new era will also see the team compete in Gucci colours, marking a step away from their current blue and pink livery.
Was hopeful that these cars would turn up the excitement for Monaco...
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May 30, 2026, 02:28 PM
220-9er
I don't see that as much of an issue. They will still have the push to pass and the aero part is not significant at a track like this with no real straightaway. They may have been concerned about the curved tunnel section, otherwise I don't know why they bothered.
I suppose so, and the speeds are, in general, lower. So maybe the more aggressive ramp down on power won't be as noticeable as it seems on paper.
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June 06, 2026, 11:50 AM
220-9er
A very interesting Monaco qualifying. Too bad it's so hard to pass but the Ferrari's could make it up with another impressive run to turn 1. After that, strategy around the pit stops or pure luck is the only hope for an exciting race. Not sure what to say about George Russell.
After Lap 1/Turn 1, expect a typical Monaco snoozer. The rest of the race is just going to be who makes it to the finish.
June 06, 2026, 01:13 PM
P250UA5
Kimi did great, and i expect both Ferrari cars to make their usual great starts. A Kimi/Ferrari 1,2,3 would work for me
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June 06, 2026, 01:18 PM
Dwill104
Unless Kimi and Max basically stall, I don’t think Monaco has a long enough run to T1 for either Ferrari to get by.
June 06, 2026, 02:01 PM
P250UA5
quote:
Originally posted by Dwill104: Unless Kimi and Max basically stall, I don’t think Monaco has a long enough run to T1 for either Ferrari to get by.
True, and Kimi hasn't had the best starts, to my recollection. Just a maybe that the quick spool turbo on the Ferrari might give a possibility of a run up the hill, as long as it doesn't end up as a Checo/Haas debris field.
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June 07, 2026, 07:35 PM
220-9er
For a race with little action during the first 90%, the end was kind of crazy. Lots of head scratching for all sorts of reasons. The pit speed sensors seemed to be suspect and I hope they look into and explain the details of the violations. Lance Stroll looks like he’s just trying to see how bad he can be before his daddy would fire him. Russell seems lost. Kimi might have just be able to walk on water at this point. In a different league right now.
On the Apple broadcast, they speculated that it was cutting the lines at entry and/or exit. I had noticed all weekend that they were cutting across the line near corner of Cadillac pit on way out. Coultard and Palmer were on that call and were puzzled and speculating about what was the cause.
Their conclusion was it was more likely this on exit. The FIA indicated they think it may be the entry. The redneck in MS thinks....... both, perhaps!?
Since the measures are time and distance between various sensors rather than any sort of radar this makes sense. It was bizarre, but if you go back and notice, the smart teams were staying WELL inside the lines the last pit stops.
You only have integrity once. - imprezaguy02
June 08, 2026, 10:03 AM
DanH
If true, we've got more bullshit incoming:
June 10, 2026, 12:55 PM
DanH
Here's what the manufacturers have agreed to on powertrain development the next few years:
Phased changes to F1 power units agreed for 2027 and ’28 By Chris Medland - Jun 10, 2026, 1:36 PM ET The FIA, Formula One Management (FOM), teams and power unit manufacturers have agreed phased changes to the Formula 1 power units across the 2027 and '28 seasons.
Last month it was announced that an agreement in principle was reached to increase the power output of the internal combustion engine (ICE) relative to the electrical power from the current 53/47 split to 60/40. That shift was in response to energy management challenges so far with the new regulations – in particular when it comes to qualifying laps – but not all power unit manufacturers were aligned on how to achieve the change.
The revision to the power units has now been agreed with all stakeholders, with two stages of introduction for new regulations. The first will see the fuel flow increased by 5% next year in order to allow the maximum ICE power to rise from the current 400kW to 420kW in 2027.
The maximum power for the MGU-K will also decrease at the same time from 350kW to 300kW, although harvesting power will increase from 350kW to 375kW, to allow the battery to be charged more quickly. That will deliver a power split of around 58/42 in favor the ICE.
Then, in 2028, the fuel flow will increase by 13%, allowing a maximum ICE power output of 450kW, while the maximum harvesting power further increases to 400kW. The second step of changes is set to provide the 60/40 power split that has been targeted.
“The proposed changes are intended to address issues related to energy management and fuel energy flow characteristics and make qualifying more flat-out while not impacting the positive and exciting racing generated by the new regulations,” an FIA statement read. “Supporting measures relating to power unit supply conditions, race operations and the relevant financial regulations are also included.
“The FIA will now expedite the formal approval process to provide all parties with early clarity and sufficient time to adapt to the revised requirements.”
With all stakeholders in agreement, the changes will require approval from the World Motor Sport Council (WMSC), with the next meeting set for June 23 in Macau.
