(Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)
If Vettel was punished for that, why was Rubens Barrichello not penalised for the tag he gave Kimi Raikkonen, in exact same place. Because Rubens gained from that little shunt he gave Kimi.
And Rubens was further behind also!
The boss of BMW Sauber Dr. Mario Thiessen believes Kubica would have went on to win the race, and the pace did show that.So it was a very unlucky racing accident. But it was a 50/50 in my book. And for Vettel to get a penalty, for me, was harsh.
I even saw after the Grand Prix that Eddie Jordan was saying what Vettel said shows a little weakness in his armour.
If it was me, If I was Vettel, I would have been saying that Kubica was to tight and gave me no room at all, and he just turned in towards me.
Nice of Vettel to apologize, but is that being too nice to be a dominating force within Formula One?
Will his competitors think of him as an ' oh it is OK, that is Vettel we can muscle him about' or will they think he is a relentless competitor who will do what he must to do the best he can within the rules?
If someone like Alonso was in his position, he would not have apologized. Because he knows the game. And he should not have to either! Not for an incident such as the one we saw.
Even so, he is still a great talent, and I am sure he will win many races.
There was lots of other issues in the Grand Prix. I thought Hamilton drove a good race, starting right at the back of the field, then eventually coming home in third. Fantastic result that.
His McLaren does not have the pace, but he drove well. And got the maximum from it, no doubt about it. To come home third after the Brawns? Superb.
It is going to be hard for McLaren to get up to speed, seen as testing rules will not allow them to go out trying new parts. They are however one of the most resourceful teams in the paddock.
This will help them hopefully find the grip they need to get closer to the front.
Ferrari seemed to have a good pace, they worked there strategy very well, only for Massa to stop with a problem, and Kimi slamming into the wall. I bet they are still well happy to be way ahead of McLaren. In terms of pace only for the moment though.
No points for Ferrari.
A few other pointers, Buemi, scored points on his debut, and his Team Mate also got a point making it a double points finish for Toro Rosso.
Rosberg showed early promise in the race, but his last stint was his worst, and he faded away, he had a bad pit stop too. All in all though, he stayed out of trouble, and made a sweet pass on Raikkonen. He took 3 points for his 6th place.
The Toyotas, showing much promise over winter, brought good pace with them to the first race. They shot themselves in the foot with the Flex wings, but they bounced back in the race.
A shame for Trulli, who would have taken 3rd place, Because Glock would have been in 5th place, which would have been a good start to the season for Toyota.
As it turned out, Glock took 4th place bringing in 5 points for him and him team, After Trulli was given the time penalty.
The Renault of Fernando Alonso wound up in 5th place. Hard drive, never seemed to have any good pace. His team mate flew of the track with brake issues.
Mark Webber, at his home race, was very unlucky. he was lapped, and finished last.
The Two Force India cars were here and there, they had a good fight between themselves in the race, Fisichella missed his Pit Box at one pit stop! Lucky to eventually get his tyres and fuel.
They finished 9th (Sutil) and 11th (Fisichella).
And last but not least, Brawn GP. What a car they have managed to pull off. I was shocked when I saw their times in testing.
It got me excited about what may be possible for when everyone would arrive at Melbourne.
And I my excitement was fulfilled, they finished 1st and 2nd. Button drove a super race, smooth as silk and handled his safety car moments well. He had a slight problem at one of his pit stops, but he still came out in the lead.
Barrichello, a bit scruffy, but exciting to watch. He was lucky. He gets P2.
They still have diffusers which some teams have lodged protests against, but they are legal. So those teams need to get their act together. We shall see what happens, the 'diffuser' hearing is April the 14th.
Brawn have done the best job so far it would seem, and what a great story it is, and just made a great Australian GP. Melbourne never fails to bring a good race.
Also I would like to give my thoughts and condolences to sufferers of the Australian bush fires.
Many congratulations to Australia and Melbourne for a great GP.
So, a few more days and we are back in Malaysia!
I can not wait! Just like Jenson Button can not wait!
And neither can you!
0 Comments
Loading more comments...
This comment and all replies have been deleted This comment has been deleted Undo delete