Nico Hülkenberg and the tale of GP2

Brought to you by Adam Macdonald. Described above as the ‘greatest lap of Nico Hulkenberg’s career’ by the American commentator, it seems that the Interlagos circuit really brings about high and low points for Nico Hulkenberg.  After a completely unexpected pole position on a drying track in Brazil, the young German didn’t manage to keep … Read more

#F1 Features: The Formula 1 Turbo Era – Part 3 – The Cars

Brought to you by tj13 contributor James Parker of GrandPrixMerchandise Welcome everyone to the final instalment of the TheJudge13’s mini-series discussing the Formula 1’s turbocharger era. In the first two episodes we covered both the drivers and the tyres, exploring the differences between the turbocharger era in the eighties and the one that is about … Read more

Perry looking Perilous?

Brought to you by Adam Macdonald Some acts are near impossible to follow due to the constant comparisons to the predecessor in that position. One example that springs to mind is the largely unenviable position David Moyes finds himself in at Manchester United. Whilst most would jump at the opportunity to manage what is arguably … Read more

Is this the final year of #F1 in Monza?

F1 appears to be in a general state of frenzy and chaos, the like we may not have seen for many years – if ever. No Concorde agreement likely in the near or distant future, a possible free for all on testing may break loose, monumental tantrums over tyres and no tyre supplier is signed … Read more

Daily #F1 News and Comment: Thursday 06 June 2013

This page will be updated throughout the day – 15:30 18:52 Canadian GP Race Stewards GARRY CONNELLY DEPUTY PRESIDENT, FIA INSTITUTE; DIRECTOR, AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF MOTOR SPORT SAFETY; F1 AND WTCC STEWARD; FIA WORLD MOTOR SPORT COUNCIL MEMBER Garry Connelly has been involved in motor sport since the late 1960s. A long-time rally competitor, Connelly … Read more

Ex umbra in solem – Women in motor racing Part I

Brought to you by TJ13 contributor Danilo Schöneberg This will be a three part series exploring the arguments for women in motorsport and in particular, Formula 1. Part I looks barriers to women entering Formula 1. In part II we’ll look at some examples of women who have disproved negative comments in just about all areas … Read more

Circuit Profile: 2013 – Monaco, Monte Carlo, Circuit de Monaco – Round 6

By Track Profile Specialist: Alistair Hunter 2013 Formula One Grand Prix de Monaco Round 6 The Grand Prix de Monaco is one of the most prestigious events in the world of motorsport. It is viewed by many as the ‘jewel in the crown’ of Formula One, and many fans have fond memories of the street … Read more

Daily F1 News and Comment: Sunday 12th May 2013

TJ is away  and was not expecting any news other than the race this weekend however … Dark clouds gathering in Germany and elsewhere… tj13 has written several articles on the alleged bribery of German banker and ex Formula 1 chairman, Gerhard Gribkowsky. It has been well documented that Gribkowsky received $44m from Ecclestone to “steer” … Read more

On this day: The life and death of a great – Senna

By Adam Macdonald A true great who gave such a service to the sport, and someone that will always be remembered, not least for his blistering speed, but also his personality off the track. Of course, it is none other than Ayrton Senna, now 19 years on. World Championships 3 Grand Prix Entries 162 Grand … Read more

Honesty to make us honestly unhappy?

By Adam Macdonald It all started with a broken nose There will be few who follow Formula One who don’t remember the famous words uttered by a chiselled Aussie after winning at Silverstone in 2010, “Not bad for a number 2 driver, yeah?” However, many won’t remember the line that followed from Red Bull team … Read more