Down Under: Surprising Qualifying Results for F1 in Melbourne

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The qualifying results for the F1 race in Melbourne revealed significant surprises, with no Ferrari on the front row and BMW Sauber emerging as a strong contender against McLaren. Honda showed unexpected performance, nearly reaching Q3 despite prior doubts about their capabilities. The McLaren drivers received penalties for obstructing others during qualifying, raising discussions about fairness in the qualifying process. The thread also highlighted ongoing concerns about engine reliability, particularly for Ferrari, and the need for more overtaking during races to enhance excitement. Overall, the season is shaping up to be competitive, with various teams showing potential for strong performances.
  • #31
Kurdt said:
Kubica takes BMW's first pole position with Massa, Hammilton and Raikkonen behind him. Very interesting qualifying.

Where did your champion come, what's his name-------Alonso?
 
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Massa takes the third race from Kimi and the two BMW's. Quite an interesting race. :smile:
 
  • #35
Spanish qualifying results.

http://www.formula1.com/results/season/2008/790/6501/

After the testing earlier this week it looked like Renault had caught up a little bit, but I think they surprised everyone with their qualifying performance. The McLarens have definitely lost some ground.
 
  • #36
Well done Alonso, i doubt he will win though.
 
  • #37
wolram said:
Well done Alonso, i doubt he will win though.

Ferrari's still look dominant but a podium doesn't look out of the question now unless he was very light on fuel.
 
  • #38
Kurdt said:
Ferrari's still look dominant but a podium doesn't look out of the question now unless he was very light on fuel.

I agree, it would not bother me so much who wins, just as long as there is some overtaking
to liven things up, processions and pit stop overtaking are so boring.
 
  • #39
nice
 
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It is nice to a close ish finish, shame Alonso had reliability problems.
 
  • #44
New leader we have :wink:
 
  • #45
very eventfull race, but a very stupid mistake from hamilton. Hamilton and Rosberg get a 10 place grid penalty for the french gp