What next Ferrari? EDIT: Schumi is BACK!! And with Mercedes Benz !!

McLaren Rulez · 29th July 2009, 09:12

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Originally Posted by yzfrj

I strongly disagree.

Michael Schumacher is the best the sport has seen, Ever...!
So kindly think about that before saying "fitness, speed, do poorly"

There are lots and lots of examples if you are not aware.
Please keep in mind he is a 7 time world champion and probably the only driver to win races and a championship with "not" the best car on track.

He might or might not come out of retirement, however its simply too disrespectful to say such things about Michael Schumacher, who has nothing left to prove in F1.

He is a living legend, so please show a bit more respect before putting comments like that.

Yes, I'm a Michael Schumacher fan.

Chill out man! I'm not having a go at Schumacher but I'm saying F1 is much too demanding for anyone to come in if their fitness is below par or after a long break

And why is it disrespectful to say he's unfit? Its absolutely normal for sportsmen to let their fitness level fall after retiring since they don't need it anymore. And the odd testing run doesn't give him sufficient familiarity with the new car which means he'll take a few races to get used to it. Massa will probably be back soon anyway so it doesn't really make sense for this to happen (except maybe to thrill some fans and get the tifosi cheering).

So kindly take time to understand my post before you reply.

dhrishikesh · 29th July 2009, 09:29

I am eagerly waiting to see Schumi racing with a bang on F1 tracks !!
Please come back Schumi !!

sgiitk · 29th July 2009, 10:26

I heard that Schumi had a motorcycle accident in January/February and is still not 100%. So going back in F1 may not be wise, much as I love and respect him. Also, looks like Massa's eye is not damaged, so he should make a full recovery.

myavu · 29th July 2009, 11:56

"Comments by Michael Schumacher's official spokesperson caused a stir on Tuesday, but both his manager and the seven-time World Champion himself insist he will not be stepping into injured Felipe Massa's Ferrari cockpit."
So forget MS back in Ferrari

"Doctor and team encouraged by Massa recovery"

"Ferrari on Tuesday reported more good news regarding Felipe Massa's rate of recovery."

So for me, just want Massa to back in Ferrari, There are 20 odd days to next GP. So Gene can make it for one and by that time Massa will be back alright

Cheers!

muralisk · 29th July 2009, 12:11

There is too much of speculation around the vacant seat at Ferrari. The first one happens to be that of Schumi, then there was Alonso (as Renault is suspended from next race due to loose wheel incident at Hungarian GP.

Then, there are some new rumors about Sebastien Bourdais who was recently fired by Torro Rosso and his agent happens to the same person who manages Massa as well.

And top it all, there are some hypothetical situations as well. Villeneuve name to Ferrari.

There is far too much speculation around the vacant seat and we have to wait for the official news from Ferrari F1 team.

Rocky_Balboa · 29th July 2009, 12:42

I cant imagine anyone else driving Massa's F60.
That said, the person taking-over (temporarily) should have sufficient technical knowledge to help test new parts and give feedback to the team. This is no place for someone new to learn the 2009 F60.

So its down to the F60 testers and i will be devastated if it aint them.

anachronix · 29th July 2009, 13:03

Chances of Michael making a return to F1 for this season is difficult!

But, you never know what Ferrari might be upto.

gpa · 29th July 2009, 13:10

This is going to be a very interesting thread over the coming weeks leading up to the race in Valencia!! Would love to see the outcome at Ferrari!

simply_sunny001 · 29th July 2009, 14:22

he's 40 years old guys, so give him a break.

its not going to happen unless Ferrari guys go insane, doesnt make any sense at all.

yzfrj · 29th July 2009, 16:42

Quote:

Originally Posted by McLaren Rulez

So kindly take time to understand my post before you reply.

Sir sarcasm will not make your statement correct.

Again I'm trying to state the fact one by one.
Why ? They are facts and so its undeniable.

However you are speculating about a man who is the absolute best the sport has ever seen and has broken every record there is.

I have not intention to start a cat fight over this.
I'm trying to respect the rules of the forum and will not have any further comments on this.

Thanks.

Getting back on topic :

Micheal coming back, its highly unlikely.
Maybe Alonso will jump ship again it pure speculation.

PAVAN KADAM · 29th July 2009, 16:47

Schumi is a part of Ferrari in their day to day activity, and him not being familiar with the present car is a joke.

Speculations are really rife saying he might just take the seat temporarily

Lets wait and watch.

And all wishes to Massa for a speedy recovery

Rocky_Balboa · 29th July 2009, 16:56

It could be 'Vitantonio Liuzzi' from his ForceIndia testing duties.

Mpower · 29th July 2009, 17:32

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Originally Posted by pranavt

The 3rd driver did not qualify for the GP and therefore, he cannot participate in the GP.

??? Pretty sure he can start from the back or start from the pitlane. Hasn't it ever happened before? Isin't that how Vettel made his debut.

myavu · 29th July 2009, 18:19

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Originally Posted by Mpower

??? Pretty sure he can start from the back or start from the pitlane. Hasn't it ever happened before? Isin't that how Vettel made his debut.

Yes it can happen, but here Ferrari put their sentiments and priority for injured Massa. That's a true spirited team work

Cheers!

FERRO · 29th July 2009, 19:38

currently even Robert Kubica is been linked to Massa's vacant seat as BMW has pulled out of F1. Schumy has became old now don't expect him to show fireworks like he use to demonstrate before. its better we see someone fresh in F60. wonder how alonso would drive that car ? won't be surprised if he starts winning in that F60

29th July 2009, 09:29	#32
dhrishikesh BHPian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Mumbai / Pune B Posts: 806 Thanked: 214 Times	I am eagerly waiting to see Schumi racing with a bang on F1 tracks !! Please come back Schumi !!
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29th July 2009, 10:26	#33
sgiitk BANNED Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Gurugram Posts: 7,969 Thanked: 4,787 Times	I heard that Schumi had a motorcycle accident in January/February and is still not 100%. So going back in F1 may not be wise, much as I love and respect him. Also, looks like Massa's eye is not damaged, so he should make a full recovery.
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29th July 2009, 11:56	#34
myavu Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Delhi - Kochi Posts: 1,502 Thanked: 1,685 Times	Schumacher won't race, Gene to test "Comments by Michael Schumacher's official spokesperson caused a stir on Tuesday, but both his manager and the seven-time World Champion himself insist he will not be stepping into injured Felipe Massa's Ferrari cockpit." So forget MS back in Ferrari "Doctor and team encouraged by Massa recovery" "Ferrari on Tuesday reported more good news regarding Felipe Massa's rate of recovery." So for me, just want Massa to back in Ferrari, There are 20 odd days to next GP. So Gene can make it for one and by that time Massa will be back alright Cheers!
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29th July 2009, 12:11	#35
muralisk BHPian Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Hyderabad, Bangalore Posts: 711 Thanked: 13 Times View My Garage	There is too much of speculation around the vacant seat at Ferrari. The first one happens to be that of Schumi, then there was Alonso (as Renault is suspended from next race due to loose wheel incident at Hungarian GP. Then, there are some new rumors about Sebastien Bourdais who was recently fired by Torro Rosso and his agent happens to the same person who manages Massa as well. And top it all, there are some hypothetical situations as well. Villeneuve name to Ferrari. There is far too much speculation around the vacant seat and we have to wait for the official news from Ferrari F1 team.
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29th July 2009, 12:42	#36
Rocky_Balboa BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Namma Bengalooru Posts: 676 Thanked: 358 Times View My Garage	I cant imagine anyone else driving Massa's F60. That said, the person taking-over (temporarily) should have sufficient technical knowledge to help test new parts and give feedback to the team. This is no place for someone new to learn the 2009 F60. So its down to the F60 testers and i will be devastated if it aint them. Last edited by Rocky_Balboa : 29th July 2009 at 12:43.
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29th July 2009, 13:03	#37
anachronix Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Madras Posts: 3,286 Thanked: 1,336 Times View My Garage	Chances of Michael making a return to F1 for this season is difficult! But, you never know what Ferrari might be upto.
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29th July 2009, 13:10	#38
gpa Senior - BHPian Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,789 Thanked: 340 Times	This is going to be a very interesting thread over the coming weeks leading up to the race in Valencia!! Would love to see the outcome at Ferrari!
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29th July 2009, 14:22	#39
simply_sunny001 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: London & Rohtak Posts: 1,340 Thanked: 18 Times View My Garage	he's 40 years old guys, so give him a break. its not going to happen unless Ferrari guys go insane, doesnt make any sense at all.
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29th July 2009, 16:47	#41
PAVAN KADAM BANNED Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: NAMMA BENGALURU Posts: 5,602 Thanked: 2,549 Times	Schumi is a part of Ferrari in their day to day activity, and him not being familiar with the present car is a joke. Speculations are really rife saying he might just take the seat temporarily Lets wait and watch. And all wishes to Massa for a speedy recovery
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29th July 2009, 16:56	#42
Rocky_Balboa BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Namma Bengalooru Posts: 676 Thanked: 358 Times View My Garage	It could be 'Vitantonio Liuzzi' from his ForceIndia testing duties.
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29th July 2009, 19:38	#45
FERRO BHPian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Mumbai Posts: 313 Thanked: 2 Times	currently even Robert Kubica is been linked to Massa's vacant seat as BMW has pulled out of F1. Schumy has became old now don't expect him to show fireworks like he use to demonstrate before. its better we see someone fresh in F60. wonder how alonso would drive that car ? won't be surprised if he starts winning in that F60
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