F1 round-up
October 6, 2008 by Dominic Alder
A Formula 1 Round-Up from Dominic Alder
Fernando Alonso finally wins a race in 2008!
With Kubica, Kovalainen and Vettel all taking their maiden GP wins this year, the double world champion delivered a timely reminder of what he can do with a competitive car in the Singapore Grand Prix last weekend.
Alonso’s plans for next year are still under wraps. Renault must be more optimistic about retaining the Spaniard for next season after his victory in Singapore. Honda and Ross Brawn have openly stated their interest, with Brawn saying that the driver’s market is at a standstill until Alonso makes his decision.
My money was on him going to BMW, Kubica was reported as being unhappy with the BMW management, whilst the team have been less than impressed with Heidfeld’s inconsistent performances this season - but both drivers have now been re-signed, to my surprise.
Honda have the expertise of Brawn, which must be a draw for Alonso. But they also have an established driver in Jenson Button, and Alonso is unlikely to get the number one status he craves. So - I reckon another season at Renault is most likely, with an eventual move Ferrari when Raikkonen gets bored with F1.
Ferrari’s automated pit-lane release system appeared to fail again in Singapore, causing Massa to leave his garage with the refuelling pipe still attached to his Ferrari, into the path of Adrian Sutil. Massa’s mechanics then made a 200-metre dash down the pit lane to release the hose from the side of his car. The McLaren mechanics certainly enjoyed the show, cheering the Ferrari team as they ran past their garages. Perhaps some sweet justice for the harsh decisions against McLaren in recent races.
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