06-19-2009, 02:33 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Calgary
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I wouldn't call it Ferrari's new "crybaby" league. Almost all teams are united in opposing Bernie and Max' new rules:
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"The teams cannot continue to compromise on the fundamental values of the sport and have declined to alter their original conditional entries to the 2010 World Championship," said a statement issued by FOTA after the meeting.
"These teams therefore have no alternative other than to commence the preparation for a new Championship which reflects the values of its participants and partners. This series will have transparent governance, one set of regulations, encourage more entrants and listen to the wishes of the fans, including offering lower prices for spectators worldwide, partners and other important stakeholders.
"The major drivers, stars, brands, sponsors, promoters and companies historically associated with the highest level of motorsport will all feature in this new series."
http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/76292
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And some more here:
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The wishes of the majority of the teams are ignored. Furthermore, tens of millions of dollars have been withheld from many teams by the
commercial rights holder, going back as far as 2006. Despite this and the uncompromising environment, FOTA has genuinely sought compromise.
It has become clear however, that the teams cannot continue to compromise on the fundamental values of the sport and have declined to alter their original conditional entries to the 2010 World Championship.
http://formula-one.speedtv.com/artic...akaway-series/
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Max and Bernie may be left with just ForceIndia and USGP. It is like a big game of poker.
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06-19-2009, 03:45 PM
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#22
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Join Date: Jul 2003
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Yeah, it's no crybaby league if you've got Ferrari, McLaren, and Renault in your camp. That's more like holding the hammer.
What is it with openwheel racing that breeds breakaway leagues? I worshipped CART racing, but after the split with IRL it was never the same and I've never watched a race since. Could F1 be headed towards that same fate? I think the teams hold the hammer in this situation whereas IRL always had the trump card of Indianiapolis to play against CART.
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06-19-2009, 03:48 PM
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Unfrozen Caveman Lawyer
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Crowsnest Pass
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Ah, the corrupt world of European sports!
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06-19-2009, 10:56 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Tampa, Florida
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F1 hasn't been the same since schumacher left....
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06-20-2009, 07:43 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2008
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Originally Posted by PIMking
F1 hasn't been the same since schumacher left....
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I would say since Senna died.
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06-20-2009, 08:55 AM
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In the Sin Bin
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Holding the hammer or not, this entire thing came about because Ferrari doesn't like the idea of competing on an even playing field. It would be like having the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox break away from MLB if it introduced a salary cap.
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06-22-2009, 10:10 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: in your blind spot.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Resolute 14
Holding the hammer or not, this entire thing came about because Ferrari doesn't like the idea of competing on an even playing field. It would be like having the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox break away from MLB if it introduced a salary cap.
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It sounds to me like it is more like if everyone EXCEPT Kansas City, Minnesota and Milwaukee walked away.
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06-22-2009, 10:46 AM
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I always thought the whole point of F1 and the reason I really enjoyed watching it was because they were allowed to spend as much money as they want to push the envelope and develop new techniques and new technologies. That was always the appeal to me, I'm personally not a fan of all the rules and regulations, I want to be able to see the best do the best with the best.
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06-22-2009, 11:44 AM
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Lifetime Suspension
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Originally Posted by The Ditch
I always thought the whole point of F1 and the reason I really enjoyed watching it was because they were allowed to spend as much money as they want to push the envelope and develop new techniques and new technologies. That was always the appeal to me, I'm personally not a fan of all the rules and regulations, I want to be able to see the best do the best with the best.
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Exactly and try and bend the rules as much as possible plus a few driving shenanigans. Regulate, regulate, regulate--that's the mantra these days. It sucks!!!!!!!!!!!
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06-24-2009, 09:38 AM
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Calgary
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Looks like FIA blinked, and backed down on their ridiculously low budget cap. Everyone is holding hands again.
And Max is gone, effective immediately.
http://www.autoblog.com/2009/06/24/b...ed-to-quit-f1/
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