Monday 23 September 2013

Singapore Grand Prix: Race Analysis

The sixth Singapore Grand Prix encapsulated all of the positive aspects of the previous night races, making for a fine spectacle. However, audiences were engrossed by the fierce, strategic duel for second place, as P1 was never in doubt for a truly dominant Sebastian Vettel. In what has been acclaimed as his greatest ever performance, the German demolished the competition, running at a pace which was at times, a whole two seconds faster than his nearest challengers. Fernando Alonso made another scintillating start, en route to yet another P2, while Kimi Raikkonen fought through the pain barrier to clinch a well earned P3. Vettel was in a different league.

Friday 20 September 2013

Singapore Grand Prix: Friday Analysis

As the sun set in Singapore, Formula One took to the city streets and it was business as usual for an in form Red Bull team, as Sebastian Vettel posted the fastest time of the day - an impressive 1:44.249. The time set in the second session was a full 0.6 seconds faster than teammate Webber, who in turn, finished a further 0.5 seconds clear of Nico Rosberg in P3. Moreover, Vettel's long run performance matched the grandeur of the short runs, as the German posted a long line of daunting times. The stint which Sebastian demonstrated suggested that Red Bull have the biggest advantage over the competition that they have had all season. Now, the question remains - can anyone challenge the Vettel and Red Bull dominance?

Thursday 19 September 2013

Singapore Grand Prix: Weekend Preview

As the frenetic final few flyaway's commence, Formula One arrives in Singapore after a fantastic European season, to complete the Asian leg of the championship. Heading into this weekend, Sebastian Vettel holds a commanding 53 point advantage over Fernando Alonso in the standings and will be looking to extend this on Sunday. If the form guide is to be examined, Vettel will undoubtedly be favourite for victory, after claiming P1 in 2011 and 2012. So, the question is, can anyone spoil the German's night, or will it be three on the spin in Singapore for Sebastian.

Sunday 8 September 2013

Italian Grand Prix: Race Analysis

Despite the early threat of inclement weather, Sebastian Vettel was able to command the race from a comfortable P1, to claim his third victory at the infamous Italian Grand Prix. Even the power of the Tifosi was not enough to overhaul Vettel's dominance, as Fernando Alonso could only finish second, after enjoying a race long battle with Mark Webber. Further back, it was a thoroughly disappointing day for the likes of Lewis Hamilton, Kimi Raikkonen and Paul Di Resta as their luck failed to change following their less than impressive qualifying displays.

Friday 6 September 2013

Italian Grand Prix: Friday Analysis

Friday in Italy was undoubtedly a scrappy affair, as drivers looked to explore the track limits at the limit of adhesion. While the likes of Fernando Alonso, Lewis Hamilton and Kimi Raikkonen all suffered off track excursions, Sebastian Vettel displayed ominous pace at the head of the field. The German's personal best effort of 1:24.453 was a clear 0.6 seconds faster than his nearest challenger Mark Webber. Pre-weekend predictions of Red Bull domination have not been quelled following the dominant short and long run pace exhibited by the triple World Champion.

Thursday 5 September 2013

Italian Grand Prix: Weekend Preview

Few circuits on the planet can claim a more illustrious heritage than the Autodromo Nazionale Monza, or just Monza as we refer to it. While the circuit configuration changes may have sent the infamous bankings into disrepair, the Tifosi do not allow visitors to forget the echoes of the past - as well as the great Ferrari legends to have raced there. After Lewis Hamilton spoiled the Scuderia's day in 2012, as he claimed a comfortable victory ahead of a fast charging Sergio Perez. Alonso managed to entertain the Tifosi with an admirable P3, as well as his first glimpse through the directors eyes on the podium.