Subscriber nudge+ 15,325 Posted September 8, 2019 Author Subscriber Share Posted September 8, 2019 7 minutes ago, Tommy said: So it seems that Haas is the only chance Hülkenberg has got. I have a stupid feeling that they'll stick with Grosjean again though. Latifi... Ugh. From what I've read Hülkenberg could have already signed for Haas if he wanted to but he wanted to check other options before agreeing to join them. Steiner apparently wants to know his decision before Singapore GP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subscriber RandoEFC+ 7,662 Posted September 8, 2019 Subscriber Share Posted September 8, 2019 Hulkenberg should take the Haas seat but if he has an agent they're probably holding on to the slim chance of the second Red Bull seat coming into play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subscriber nudge+ 15,325 Posted September 10, 2019 Author Subscriber Share Posted September 10, 2019 Latifi to Williams rumour seems to be picking up speed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeadLinesman 5,938 Posted September 10, 2019 Share Posted September 10, 2019 Hearing strong rumours of Tommy to Mercedes. Can’t see it happening myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Tommy 12,615 Posted September 11, 2019 Moderator Share Posted September 11, 2019 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subscriber nudge+ 15,325 Posted September 16, 2019 Author Subscriber Share Posted September 16, 2019 Kubica is apparently set to drive for Audi in DTM next year - meaning a seat is available at Williams. Latifi most likely? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Tommy 12,615 Posted September 16, 2019 Moderator Share Posted September 16, 2019 6 hours ago, nudge said: Kubica is apparently set to drive for Audi in DTM next year - meaning a seat is available at Williams. Latifi most likely? All I want is Hülkenberg in a Haas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Tommy 12,615 Posted September 19, 2019 Moderator Share Posted September 19, 2019 So, that's really it für Hülkenberg, isn't it? That makes me sad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subscriber nudge+ 15,325 Posted September 19, 2019 Author Subscriber Share Posted September 19, 2019 4 hours ago, Tommy said: So, that's really it für Hülkenberg, isn't it? That makes me sad. Well apparently it's him who rejected Haas' offer leading to them extending Grosjean's contract, not the other way around. Makes sense considering the previous reports about them waiting for Hülkenberg'decision until Singapore GP. So he either has another seat lined up in F1 or just decided to do something else instead of driving for another mediocre midfield team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subscriber nudge+ 15,325 Posted September 19, 2019 Author Subscriber Share Posted September 19, 2019 Kubica is expected to announce his departure from F1 today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco 3,008 Posted September 19, 2019 Share Posted September 19, 2019 In regards to the Haas announcement, even if Nico said he didn't want to join Haas, certainly their are more capable drivers out there not named Roman Grosjean? I mean there are a load of young, talented, drivers out there and deserve a chance, whereas RG just seems like a below-par driver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco 3,008 Posted September 19, 2019 Share Posted September 19, 2019 On 06/09/2019 at 14:24, nudge said: Well that's a pity. Not a fan of Gio? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subscriber nudge+ 15,325 Posted September 19, 2019 Author Subscriber Share Posted September 19, 2019 6 minutes ago, Eco said: Not a fan of Gio? Well he's just a very average driver and doesn't really bring much to the table; seems pointless to keep him around for another year considering that he's only warming that seat for one of the upcoming Ferrari junior drivers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Tommy 12,615 Posted September 19, 2019 Moderator Share Posted September 19, 2019 5 hours ago, Eco said: whereas RG just seems like a below-par driver. Harsh. He is error-prone but on a good day, he's one of the fastest out there. He was so good after he overcame his first big low. He should get help of his mental coach again, worked wonders for him in the Lotus days. So, Hülkenberg an option for Alfa or Williams? Seems like a stretch considering Ferrari owns an Alfa seat, and Williams will most likely go with Latifi? Or maybe they want another experienced driver next to young Russell, in which case Nico would be a good fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subscriber nudge+ 15,325 Posted September 19, 2019 Author Subscriber Share Posted September 19, 2019 2 minutes ago, Tommy said: So, Hülkenberg an option for Alfa or Williams? Seems like a stretch considering Ferrari owns an Alfa seat, and Williams will most likely go with Latifi? Or maybe they want another experienced driver next to young Russell, in which case Nico would be a good fit. I think Latifi is set for Williams unless he fails to get the points required for the Superlicense. Williams need his father's money; don't think they could even afford Hülkenberg to be fair... I think Hülkenberg is still speculating with a potential seat in RB (if Albon gets demoted back to TR) or in a Ferrari (if Vettel's seat becomes available). Sauber would be cool but that seat is reserved for a Ferrari driver. And it seems they're sticking with Giovinazzi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subscriber RandoEFC+ 7,662 Posted September 19, 2019 Subscriber Share Posted September 19, 2019 Hulkenberg would do better to go and win a bunch of Le Mans or IndyCar or Sports car races and possible championships. Does he really want to drive a Williams again so that he can spend another year getting nowhere near the podium? He's spent a decade doing that. There is life beyond Formula 1. I like Nico but not a chance he gets a drive with Ferrari and Red Bull is fanciful at best. They haven't brought someone in outside their stable since they were a brand new team and signed Coulthard. They're not about to break that rule for Hulkenberg. Good driver but he's no Hamilton or Verstappen is he. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Tommy 12,615 Posted September 19, 2019 Moderator Share Posted September 19, 2019 The hope of Hülkenberg staying in F1? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subscriber nudge+ 15,325 Posted September 19, 2019 Author Subscriber Share Posted September 19, 2019 “Yeah very much so, I believe,” said Hulkenberg, when asked if there were still chances for him to compete in F1 next year. “Nothing to announce, nothing is set in stone for now but I believe there is a very realistic chance. That’s a question that’s difficult to go into detail: it’s all confidential and sensitive stuff, as you imagine, but you can also see and imagine yourself what’s still out there. You can see for yourself. It’s going to need a bit more time until we know, and have clarity.” Asked whether he was considering racing in other series, having previously contested (and won) the 2015 Le Mans 24 Hours for Porsche, Hulkenberg replied: “That’s not in my head to be honest, now. https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article.hulkenberg-says-he-has-very-realistic-chance-of-being-in-f1-next-year.58ZclFdPE9GzM0pkVSeooB.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Tommy 12,615 Posted September 20, 2019 Moderator Share Posted September 20, 2019 Saw an interview on SKY where they asked Hülkenberg if there was any contact with Frederic Vasseur in the past few days and he replied: "Bwoah, there were so many calls, mom, dad, friends, a few team principals. Hard to keep track, and I can't say anything right now." Mild hope? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subscriber nudge+ 15,325 Posted September 20, 2019 Author Subscriber Share Posted September 20, 2019 3 hours ago, Tommy said: Saw an interview on SKY where they asked Hülkenberg if there was any contact with Frederic Vasseur in the past few days and he replied: "Bwoah, there were so many calls, mom, dad, friends, a few team principals. Hard to keep track, and I can't say anything right now." Mild hope? Kimi and Hülkenberg at Sauber would be amazing Apparently he was offered a McLaren seat at IndyCar next season. Declined as he doesn't want to drive on ovals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco 3,008 Posted September 20, 2019 Share Posted September 20, 2019 18 minutes ago, nudge said: Kimi and Hülkenberg at Sauber would be amazing Apparently he was offered a McLaren seat at IndyCar next season. Declined as he doesn't want to drive on ovals. Is Kimi confirmed? I was thinking that he wasn't confirmed that rumors were that he might hang it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subscriber nudge+ 15,325 Posted September 20, 2019 Author Subscriber Share Posted September 20, 2019 Just now, Eco said: Is Kimi confirmed? I was thinking that he wasn't confirmed that rumors were that he might hang it up. He's got contract for next season so unless he suddenly decides to retire he's confirmed... He seems to be enjoying it and doesn't rule out staying for even longer so I don't think he's likely to call it quits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco 3,008 Posted September 20, 2019 Share Posted September 20, 2019 1 minute ago, nudge said: He's got contract for next season so unless he suddenly decides to retire he's confirmed... He seems to be enjoying it and doesn't rule out staying for even longer so I don't think he's likely to call it quits. Good - I like him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subscriber nudge+ 15,325 Posted September 20, 2019 Author Subscriber Share Posted September 20, 2019 Just now, Eco said: Good - I like him. Read his authorised biography if you get a chance. A short but great read. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco 3,008 Posted September 20, 2019 Share Posted September 20, 2019 Just now, nudge said: Read his authorised biography if you get a chance. A short but great read. This? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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