David is retiring at the end of 2008

David is retiring at the end of 2008#53173

By Rob-F1 - 03 Jul 08, 16:44

- 03 Jul 08, 16:44#53173

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One of Formula 1's most popular Brits is to hang up his helmet at the end of the season... I'm actually pretty sad about it.

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=maIZEp67xmQ

"You're riding onboard with one of the greats, if not the greatest racing driver in the history of Formula 1"

James Allen, 22/10/06...

Re: David is retiring at the end of 2008#53174

By Hanwombat - 03 Jul 08, 16:52

- 03 Jul 08, 16:52#53174

We shall see him again, maybe they might ask him to do something with the BBC

Re: David is retiring at the end of 2008#53176

By Rob-F1 - 03 Jul 08, 16:54

- 03 Jul 08, 16:54#53176

I know the BBC are bound to be looking for someone to suck Lewis' co*k on their behalf but I don't think that kind of thing is David's cup of tea to be honest.

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=maIZEp67xmQ

"You're riding onboard with one of the greats, if not the greatest racing driver in the history of Formula 1"

James Allen, 22/10/06...

Re: David is retiring at the end of 2008#53178

By Hanwombat - 03 Jul 08, 16:56

- 03 Jul 08, 16:56#53178

I'm sure they will think of something else

Will be sad to see him go but I think I shall live on, he had to go sometime

Re: David is retiring at the end of 2008#53179

By Rob-F1 - 03 Jul 08, 16:58

- 03 Jul 08, 16:58#53179

I cried my eyes out when Michael retired. I like David but I think I'll be able to contain myself. I'll miss him tho, he's a great personality.

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=maIZEp67xmQ

"You're riding onboard with one of the greats, if not the greatest racing driver in the history of Formula 1"

James Allen, 22/10/06...

Re: David is retiring at the end of 2008#53182

By Hanwombat - 03 Jul 08, 17:00

- 03 Jul 08, 17:00#53182

I cried with happiness when Micheal retired, sorry, I don't dislike him because he drove for Ferrari, that is nothing to do with it as I like Massa and suppose I can't dislike Kimi for the years he did with Mclaren. Yes Micheal was a good driver but to me he was a cheat also at times, besides I got bored of him always winning

Re: David is retiring at the end of 2008#53184

By Rob-F1 - 03 Jul 08, 17:03

- 03 Jul 08, 17:03#53184

Typical McLaren fan...

The only thing that got boring about Michael winning all the time was people moaning about it...

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=maIZEp67xmQ

"You're riding onboard with one of the greats, if not the greatest racing driver in the history of Formula 1"

James Allen, 22/10/06...

Re: David is retiring at the end of 2008#53188

By 7UpJordan - 03 Jul 08, 17:19

- 03 Jul 08, 17:19#53188

It was pretty predictable that he was going to retire at the end of this year, but nonetheless I wish him best for the future. He's made us all smile (France 2000, Portugal 1994), laugh (Adelaide 1995, Monaco 2001 and countless interviews with Louise Goodman) but it is sure going to feel strange without him next year.

"And Mansell was lucky not to be taken off by that RIDICULOUS bit of driving by Alliot!!" - James Hunt
"AAAAAND into the pitlane..... OHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!" - Murray Walker

Re: David is retiring at the end of 2008#53191

By Hanwombat - 03 Jul 08, 17:46

- 03 Jul 08, 17:46#53191

Rob-F1 wrote:Typical McLaren fan...

The only thing that got boring about Michael winning all the time was people moaning about it...

Well I'm quiet sure you would of gotten bored if a Mclaren driver kept on winning

Typical Ferrari fan....

Re: David is retiring at the end of 2008#53192

By Jensonb - 03 Jul 08, 18:04

- 03 Jul 08, 18:04#53192

He will be missed

And now it's rampant speculation time. Who will Red Bull get to replace him?

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Re: David is retiring at the end of 2008#53193

By racechick - 03 Jul 08, 18:04

- 03 Jul 08, 18:04#53193

Rob-F1 wrote:I cried my eyes out when Michael retired. I like David but I think I'll be able to contain myself. I'll miss him tho, he's a great personality.

My only regeret was that Michael didnt stay around long enough to be beaten by Lewis

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Re: David is retiring at the end of 2008#53195

By Denthúl - 03 Jul 08, 18:11

- 03 Jul 08, 18:11#53195

7UpJordan wrote:It was pretty predictable that he was going to retire at the end of this year, but nonetheless I wish him best for the future. He's made us all smile (France 2000, Portugal 1994), laugh (Adelaide 1995, Monaco 2001 and countless interviews with Louise Goodman) but it is sure going to feel strange without him next year.

Yeah. To be honest, Formula 1 without Schumacher still feels weird to me. When Barrichello, Fisichella and Trulli retire, the sport will feel so strange because nobody that was around when I first started watching will be around anymore. It's a shame that DC is retiring, seeing as RBR have a huge shot at being massively competitive next year.

I'm quite sure that young Vettel will get the drive, with perhaps Ant Davidson moving into the spare STR seat or maybe Sebastian Buemi. I'd like it to be Davidson, though, because I think he could put that car in the top ten like Vettel has done. The Vettel/Webber pairing would, I think, be quite formidable with a quality car.

Re: David is retiring at the end of 2008#53196

By Rivelution - 03 Jul 08, 18:15

- 03 Jul 08, 18:15#53196

Jensonb wrote:He will be missed

And now it's rampant speculation time. Who will Red Bull get to replace him?

Yeah its sad to see him go. I bet Vettel will move up, which I hope it doesnt happen because I dont like Vettel.

Re: David is retiring at the end of 2008#53197

By 7UpJordan - 03 Jul 08, 18:16

- 03 Jul 08, 18:16#53197

Denthúl wrote:
7UpJordan wrote:It was pretty predictable that he was going to retire at the end of this year, but nonetheless I wish him best for the future. He's made us all smile (France 2000, Portugal 1994), laugh (Adelaide 1995, Monaco 2001 and countless interviews with Louise Goodman) but it is sure going to feel strange without him next year.
Yeah. To be honest, Formula 1 without Schumacher still feels weird to me. When Barrichello, Fisichella and Trulli retire, the sport will feel so strange because nobody that was around when I first started watching will be around anymore. It's a shame that DC is retiring, seeing as RBR have a huge shot at being massively competitive next year.

I'm quite sure that young Vettel will get the drive, with perhaps Ant Davidson moving into the spare STR seat or maybe Sebastian Buemi. I'd like it to be Davidson, though, because I think he could put that car in the top ten like Vettel has done. The Vettel/Webber pairing would, I think, be quite formidable with a quality car.

Rumour has it that Berger is hoping Senna drives for Toro Rosso next year or even better BMW as Senna has apparently opened talks with Dr Mario.

"And Mansell was lucky not to be taken off by that RIDICULOUS bit of driving by Alliot!!" - James Hunt
"AAAAAND into the pitlane..... OHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!" - Murray Walker

Re: David is retiring at the end of 2008#53202

By Denthúl - 03 Jul 08, 18:25

- 03 Jul 08, 18:25#53202

I honestly think that Bruno coming into F1 next season could be disastrous. He doesn't have that much professional racing experience and I can't help thinking that, not only may he not be ready, but also that it will be because of his name rather than talent and achievements at this stage.

I think BMW Sauber's best bet would be to build a car that suits both of their current drivers well-enough. That way, Kubica can go out and take the victories, whilst Heidfeld can back him up with consistent podium places and the odd win here and there.

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