Archive for the ‘Analysis’ Category

Posted by Jack Sargeant ADD COMMENTS

The Korean Grand Prix wasn’t the most strategically interesting race, but there are still some interesting points in the race which all fell into the hands of eventual winner Sebastian Vettel.

Posted by Jack Sargeant 5 COMMENTS

Ferrari’s Felipe Massa is undoubtedly one of the most popular Formula 1 drivers in the paddock. The Brazilian’s F1 debut came with Sauber in 2002, and he moved to Ferrari alongside Michael Schumacher in 2006. In his time in Formula 1, Massa has won eleven Grands Prix, and he came within a lap of winning [...]

Posted by Matthew Turnbull 5 COMMENTS

There were many memorable moments in the 2010 season which made it one of the most exciting seasons yet. There were many controversial moments but also happy and jubilant ones. These top 10 moments are those which I feel shaped what was an incredible season: 10. Lotus back in Formula One Having Lotus back in [...]

Categories: featured, slideshow, Top tens
Posted by Jack Sargeant 2 COMMENTS

There is no doubting the excitement of the 2010 F1 season, with some branding it the best season ever. One of the major changes prior to the start of the season was the overhaul of the points system, with the points being awarded as follows for the first time: 1st – 25 pts 2nd – [...]

Categories: Analysis, featured, slideshow
Posted by Jack Sargeant 10 COMMENTS

Formula 1 will use new engines from the 2013 season, switchching from the current 2.4-litre V8s to 1.6-litre four-cylinder turbo engines with energy recovery systems (such as KERS) and fuel restrictions, according to a number of news sources including the BBC. The new rule is set to be confirmed by the FIA on 10 December. [...]

Posted by Jack Sargeant 6 COMMENTS

Sadly we are now into the off-season, although don’t despair: there is now only 110 days to go until we begin all again in Bahrain. Plus, until then we are going to be reflecting on the greatest season of Formula 1 of all time, and covering all of the testing and car launches, as well [...]

Posted by Scott Wilkes 5 COMMENTS

Born from the ashes of the failed Honda GP team, which withdrew from the sport after the end of the 2008 season, the story of the Brawn GP team is often described as a “fairytale”. I don’t often toss around superlatives like that, motorsport is a living breathing animal in my mind, but it does [...]

Categories: featured, Icons
Posted by Scott Wilkes 3 COMMENTS

15 wins out of 16 races. 10 1 – 2 finishes. Driven by a certain Mr Senna and a Mr Prost… The McLaren MP4/4. Pretty little thing isn’t it? It didn’t just look good either, it was one of the most dominant Formula One cars ever created. Coming off the back of a poor 1987 [...]

Categories: featured, Icons, McLaren
Posted by Steph Farnsworth 15 COMMENTS

In this special post An F1 Blog’s analyst Steph Farnsworth takes a look at ten of the most memorable team radio moments throughout the season, from victory celebrations to aggressive obscenities! 10. “I think we’ve found the solution” Although Massa had bagged a couple of podiums and had out-qualified Alonso at his first attempt Felipe [...]

Posted by Jack Sargeant 6 COMMENTS

Tyres have played a massive part in the history of Formula 1, and have undergone significant changes throughout the history of the sport, with different manufacturers and specifications used throughout. With Pirelli replacing Bridgestone as the sole supplier for 2011, here’s a look at the history of tyres and the part they have played throughout [...]