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bud wrote:Whether anything comes of the f2007test doesn't really matter, the fact they are investigating it would send a suggestion of the FIAs stance on the whole thing wouldn't you think?
Hexagram wrote:Yeah its only fair.bud wrote:Whether anything comes of the f2007test doesn't really matter, the fact they are investigating it would send a suggestion of the FIAs stance on the whole thing wouldn't you think?
If Michael is allowed to test, then Grosjean should be too.
Hexagram wrote:Who would want to test the 2007 Renault? I mean come on....bud wrote:Whether anything comes of the f2007test doesn't really matter, the fact they are investigating it would send a suggestion of the FIAs stance on the whole thing wouldn't you think?
If Michael is allowed to test, then Grosjean should be too.
EwmanM wrote:I would!Hexagram wrote:Who would want to test the 2007 Renault? I mean come on....bud wrote:Whether anything comes of the f2007test doesn't really matter, the fact they are investigating it would send a suggestion of the FIAs stance on the whole thing wouldn't you think?
If Michael is allowed to test, then Grosjean should be too.
Hexagram wrote:OK you and I would... but let's face it... it wasn't anywhere as good as expectedEwmanM wrote:I would!Hexagram wrote:Who would want to test the 2007 Renault? I mean come on....bud wrote:Whether anything comes of the f2007test doesn't really matter, the fact they are investigating it would send a suggestion of the FIAs stance on the whole thing wouldn't you think?
If Michael is allowed to test, then Grosjean should be too.
Williams opposes Schumacher's testhttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/77534
By Edd Straw and Pablo Elizalde Monday, August 3rd 2009, 12:01 GMT
The Williams team has opposed Ferrari's request to allow Michael Schumacher to test ahead of his return to Formula 1 at the European Grand Prix, AUTOSPORT can reveal.
Ferrari had asked all current teams, as well as the FIA, to allow Schumacher to have a one-day test with this year's F60 car to familiarise himself with the machine.
Schumacher drove a two-year-old F2007 fitted with GP2 tyres at the Mugello circuit last week, the German having not driven F1 machinery since last year.
The seven-time champion, replacing the injured Felipe Massa in the Valencia race later this month, retired from F1 competition at the end of 2006.
Williams said it is opposing Ferrari's request because it clearly contravenes the regulations, which state testing is not allowed during the season.
"While we welcome Michael Schumacher back to Formula 1, the fact is that any form of in-season circuit testing is strictly prohibited; a regulation clearly laid out by the FIA and adhered to by all of the teams," said team boss Frank Williams.
"It was for this reason that Alguersuari, who drove an F1 car for the very first time in Hungary, did not have the opportunity to familiarise himself with the Toro Rosso before he made his race debut.
"Williams sees no distinction between Alguersuari's situation and Schumacher's and feels that any deviation from the rule would create a precedent for the future.
"In a similar situation, Williams would unhesitatingly use its current test driver. For the sake of consistency and fairness, therefore, we oppose Ferrari's proposal to test ahead of the European Grand Prix."
Ferrari needed the unanimous approval of all teams to get Schumacher to test, which means the German will not be able to try to F60 before the Valencia event.
EwmanM wrote:Renault had one of the worst driver line ups that year. Two drivers that can hardly win a race in a championship winning car. (Fisi 2005, 2006) & Heikki (2008). Put Alonso in the R27 in 2007 and replay the season again. It would have been much better for Renault. They may have won a race or two.Hexagram wrote:OK you and I would... but let's face it... it wasn't anywhere as good as expectedEwmanM wrote:I would!Hexagram wrote:Who would want to test the 2007 Renault? I mean come on....bud wrote:Whether anything comes of the f2007test doesn't really matter, the fact they are investigating it would send a suggestion of the FIAs stance on the whole thing wouldn't you think?
If Michael is allowed to test, then Grosjean should be too.
EwmanM wrote:Well what did I say? The Immovable Object STRIKES:You predicted it!Williams opposes Schumacher's testhttp://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/77534
By Edd Straw and Pablo Elizalde Monday, August 3rd 2009, 12:01 GMT
The Williams team has opposed Ferrari's request to allow Michael Schumacher to test ahead of his return to Formula 1 at the European Grand Prix, AUTOSPORT can reveal.
Ferrari had asked all current teams, as well as the FIA, to allow Schumacher to have a one-day test with this year's F60 car to familiarise himself with the machine.
Schumacher drove a two-year-old F2007 fitted with GP2 tyres at the Mugello circuit last week, the German having not driven F1 machinery since last year.
The seven-time champion, replacing the injured Felipe Massa in the Valencia race later this month, retired from F1 competition at the end of 2006.
Williams said it is opposing Ferrari's request because it clearly contravenes the regulations, which state testing is not allowed during the season.
"While we welcome Michael Schumacher back to Formula 1, the fact is that any form of in-season circuit testing is strictly prohibited; a regulation clearly laid out by the FIA and adhered to by all of the teams," said team boss Frank Williams.
"It was for this reason that Alguersuari, who drove an F1 car for the very first time in Hungary, did not have the opportunity to familiarise himself with the Toro Rosso before he made his race debut.
"Williams sees no distinction between Alguersuari's situation and Schumacher's and feels that any deviation from the rule would create a precedent for the future.
"In a similar situation, Williams would unhesitatingly use its current test driver. For the sake of consistency and fairness, therefore, we oppose Ferrari's proposal to test ahead of the European Grand Prix."
Ferrari needed the unanimous approval of all teams to get Schumacher to test, which means the German will not be able to try to F60 before the Valencia event.
And do you know what I agree with them.
EwmanM wrote:I'm just waiting for the numerous Schumacher fanboys/girls to come on this thread and slag Williams.yes its clearly written in my book as well.... time for a holy war?
Anyone else predict that?
"While we welcome Michael Schumacher back to Formula 1, the fact is that any form of in-season circuit testing is strictly prohibited; a regulation clearly laid out by the FIA and adhered to by all of the teams," said team boss Frank Williams.Well, quite.
"It was for this reason that Alguersuari, who drove an F1 car for the very first time in Hungary, did not have the opportunity to familiarise himself with the Toro Rosso before he made his race debut.
"Williams sees no distinction between Alguersuari's situation and Schumacher's and feels that any deviation from the rule would create a precedent for the future.
"In a similar situation, Williams would unhesitatingly use its current test driver. For the sake of consistency and fairness, therefore, we oppose Ferrari's proposal to test ahead of the European Grand Prix."
bud wrote:Ok i'll get the "sacrifices"EwmanM wrote:I'm just waiting for the numerous Schumacher fanboys/girls to come on this thread and slag Williams.yes its clearly written in my book as well.... time for a holy war?
Anyone else predict that?
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