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Post by Wß on Jun 2, 2015 17:06:47 GMT
 2015 FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX DU CANADA
CIRCUIT GILLES VILLENEUVE (Montreal)| First Grand Prix | Number of laps | Circuit Length | Race Distance | Lap Record | | 1978 | 70 | 4.361 KM | 305.27 KM | 1:13.622 BY RUBENS BARRICHELLO (2004) |
| Practice 1 | Friday | 10:00 – 11:30 GMT-5 | | Practice 2 | Friday | 14:00 – 15:30 GMT-5 | | Practice 3 | Saturday | 10:00 – 11:00 GMT-5 | | Qualifying | Saturday | 13:00 – 14:00 GMT-5 | | Race | Sunday | 14:00 – 16:00 GMT-5 |
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Track Layout MontréalIn the 1960s the rivalry between French and English speaking Canada meant that the country's Grand Prix had two homes: Mosport Park one year and Mont-Tremblant the next. By 1970, however, Mont-Tremblant was deemed too dangerous and the race moved full time to Mosport Park.
In 1977 the French Canadians, motivated by the incredible success of Gilles Villeneuve, decided it was about time they built a race track. Building a new circuit simply wasn't feasible, however, as time and money were against them.
Their solution was simple and effective. Taking the Ile Notre-Dame, they connected all the island's roads and made a circuit. The island had been the home of the 1967 World Fair (Expo'67) and was full of futuristic looking buildings. It was, everyone agreed, a perfect venue for a Grand Prix.
After $2m was spent on upgrading the circuit to Formula One standards, the first race was held there in October 1978. Gilles Villeneuve, in his first season with Ferrari, was yet to win a Formula One race, but at his home Grand Prix he took a memorable debut victory. Following his tragic death in 1982, the track was renamed in his honour.
His son, Jacques, never won at the track but some of the great drivers of the sport have taken the spoils here. Michael Schumacher holds the record of having won seven times in Canada. It is also the scene of Jean Alesi's single Grand Prix victory in 1995, driving the number 27 Ferrari, the same car number which carried Gilles Villeneuve into the hearts of the Canadian Formula One fans.Interesting little tidbit of information to get the conversation flowing for Montreal. |
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Post by CookinFlat6 on Jun 2, 2015 20:25:07 GMT
Very ominous indeed for the rest as i dont think Merc will be too bothered from now about how badly they spank the others
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Post by the2ndcoming on Jun 3, 2015 17:07:40 GMT
The only concern I have are their brakes. That seems to be the one weak spot on the car. It was a bother last year and I thought they would have buttoned that up for the new '15 car but we've had two races so far this season where they were having real problems. Canada is not the circuit to bring brake problems so I do hope they have something sorted for it.
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Post by Wß on Jun 3, 2015 19:28:51 GMT
20~22 C by racetime, don't think that will be an issue with the brakes. So far that's been in unusually hot environments.
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Post by the2ndcoming on Jun 3, 2015 19:35:24 GMT
20~22 C by racetime, don't think that will be an issue with the brakes. So far that's been in unusually hot environments. The Bahrain night race wasn't incredibly hot...pretty normal night temps there and the Mercs had issues. I find it doesn't take much for them and that's the problem. I also find it interesting that no other team has had real consistent brake issues so there is room for improvement at Mercedes AMG. |
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Post by Hammer on Jun 4, 2015 5:32:47 GMT
They're running their MGU-K at the limit, more than the rest it seems like. I'm pretty sure they'd be fine this time around, the nightmare of last season's race is not that far away. Away from the track these guys do their preparations well, they kept harping on reliability during the winter testing and made a massive step forward. They need a car at least half a second faster than the opposition during the race and no surprises at the end, so the strategists need not think on their feet in order to secure a 1-2.
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Post by Wß on Jun 4, 2015 10:39:36 GMT
The question for me this GP is how much Ferrari and Honda bring with their PU upgrade. Honda had been on a slow but steady upwards trajectory but let's face it, from where they were, up was the only way to go. Ferrari on the other hand came in with new found engine horsepower that has seemingly vaporized after they cracked down on the fuel flow. Canada is an accelerator's dream jam on the brakes then floor the gas and repeat.
A weak ice will be exposed, and a strong MGU package will be required.
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Post by LRW on Jun 6, 2015 11:59:29 GMT
Just worked out. Tomorrow when the GP is on, I shall be in a tin can with wings, flying at 35,000ft, half way to Poland.
:grrrrrrsmiley:
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Post by Liam Catterson on Jun 6, 2015 13:35:39 GMT
(Insert Nazi joke here) You probably won't miss much...Since its Canada, you'll miss a lot  |
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Post by racechick on Jun 6, 2015 13:41:48 GMT
I'm similar. Left Cambodia yesterday eve and flew through the night back to China. It's now 9.30 pm and Im dropping, not slept for 40 hrs. No way I'll make Quali if I've any chance of staying awake for the race. ( it's on here about 2.30 pm ). Will have to watch a repeat. So what were Merc doing sending Lewis out on the wrong tyres in practise? Just after they've had meetings to stop making silly pig wall decisions?  ? And DID that tractor machine hit the back of Lewis' car cos looked like it did. Going to bed . |
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Post by racechick on Jun 6, 2015 14:04:40 GMT
That's 2.30 a.m not pm for the race. Back to posts taking 10 minutest load, so no chance of editing.. ( bang head, bang head)
Also meant to say LRW, Will you get to see the race at all?
Really going to bed now. My head s falling off!!
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Post by Liam Catterson on Jun 6, 2015 14:24:38 GMT
I am going to say it, the 4 PU a season limit is a joke. This should be extended or eradicated. I love cars PUSHING their engine rather than carrying them like a rare vase through New York.
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Post by LRW on Jun 6, 2015 15:42:14 GMT
That's 2.30 a.m not pm for the race. Back to posts taking 10 minutest load, so no chance of editing.. ( bang head, bang head) Also meant to say LRW, Will you get to see the race at all? Really going to bed now. My head s falling off!! I might be able to see a highlights show online maybe? Depends on how good the hotel wifi is ? |
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Post by Wß on Jun 6, 2015 17:31:43 GMT
Vettel struggling in Q1.
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Post by Liam Catterson on Jun 6, 2015 17:37:43 GMT
And he is outttttt.........Alonso reacts  |
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Post by CookinFlat6 on Jun 6, 2015 18:42:48 GMT
Nico has discovered the only excuse reserved for Lewis teammates - he had no grip
mind you he is at least big enough to admit its just an excuse
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Post by Wß on Jun 6, 2015 19:38:32 GMT
Nico my not even get the Pole trophy this year. Interestingly enough at least three poles this year that I know for sure, maybe more have come on Lewis' banker lap.
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Post by LRW on Jun 6, 2015 20:58:27 GMT
Vettel demoted to back of the grid for overtaking under red flag conditions.
Tut-tut :wigglyfingersmilie:
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Post by CookinFlat6 on Jun 6, 2015 21:31:00 GMT
Big big race for Seb. We will find out if last year Seb is the real Seb or if this years number 1 contract comfortable Seb can drive from the back and beat his teammate like Lewis does :missingpopcornsmilie:
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Post by pistnbroke on Jun 6, 2015 22:06:56 GMT
I will be at Gatwick North when the race starts :-(
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? And DID that tractor machine hit the back of Lewis' car cos looked like it did.