- 08 Feb 08, 10:51#32079
Yes, of course - Estoril - thanks for reminding me AKR
[quoteDenthúl] Well, I never really understood the European GP, either. I just saw it as a way to fit both German circuits in there, since I love both. Though, I do remember now that they'll be alternating between the two, much like Suzuka and Fuji from '09, so it isn't necessary. As for Portugal, their last GP was held there in 1996. It was at Estoril. They've also had GPs in Boavista, Cascais and Monsanto. But you're definitely right about there being many places to choose from.
I also missed Turkey and Hungary off my list. I like those two, as well.
Thing is, there are so many circuits to choose from, that it would probably be a good idea if there were a core set of GPs (Australia, Britain, Brazil, USA, Canada, Monaco and Belgium, for example) that didn't change each year and then all the others could be held at various circuits each time round. I actually think that would help to spread the sport more and also be more challenging for the drivers. If you drive the same circuit every year for five years or so, you get quite used to it and it gives you a bit of an advantage. An ever-changing calendar presents a whole new set of challenges, such as car set-ups and drivers learning the braking and turning points.[quote]
yes I agree with that Denthúl - good idea - anyone know Bernies 'phone number?
Martin wrote : What I dont understand is the European GP. Why do we have that?, most of the original European countries are represented anyway, there are now new members of the EU, none of which has a GP, but I wonder about Portugal. As far as I can remember there has not been a Portuguese GP. Its probably to do with money, or lack of it, I suppose. However, I dont really agree with the concept of a Euro GP, when so many other deserving countries could use that slot.
There used to be a Portuguese GP at Estoril. They got rid of it in the early 1990s. I can't remember exactly which year but I remember Nigel Mansell winning there for Ferrari in 1990 when the race was stopped 10 laps before the end because of a red flag.
Yes, of course - Estoril - thanks for reminding me AKR
[quoteDenthúl] Well, I never really understood the European GP, either. I just saw it as a way to fit both German circuits in there, since I love both. Though, I do remember now that they'll be alternating between the two, much like Suzuka and Fuji from '09, so it isn't necessary. As for Portugal, their last GP was held there in 1996. It was at Estoril. They've also had GPs in Boavista, Cascais and Monsanto. But you're definitely right about there being many places to choose from.
I also missed Turkey and Hungary off my list. I like those two, as well.
Thing is, there are so many circuits to choose from, that it would probably be a good idea if there were a core set of GPs (Australia, Britain, Brazil, USA, Canada, Monaco and Belgium, for example) that didn't change each year and then all the others could be held at various circuits each time round. I actually think that would help to spread the sport more and also be more challenging for the drivers. If you drive the same circuit every year for five years or so, you get quite used to it and it gives you a bit of an advantage. An ever-changing calendar presents a whole new set of challenges, such as car set-ups and drivers learning the braking and turning points.[quote]
yes I agree with that Denthúl - good idea - anyone know Bernies 'phone number?
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