F1 Enthusiasts: Who's Better - Alonso or Hamilton?

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The discussion centers around a comparison between Formula 1 drivers Fernando Alonso and Lewis Hamilton, exploring their performances, team dynamics, and individual skills. Participants express their opinions on who they believe is the better driver, referencing specific races and incidents throughout the season.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants argue that Hamilton has been unfairly supported by McLaren, suggesting that team bias affects Alonso's performance.
  • Others highlight Hamilton's impressive podium finishes and resilience during races, despite technical difficulties.
  • Some express skepticism about Hamilton's driving skills, citing incidents where he struggled on track.
  • Alonso's tactical abilities and experience are praised by some, while others criticize his complaints about team favoritism.
  • There are mixed opinions on the impact of external factors, such as weather conditions and team strategies, on both drivers' performances.
  • Several participants speculate on the potential outcomes of the championship, with varying predictions for both drivers.
  • Some express a preference for Kimi Raikkonen, suggesting he could be a contender despite his challenges this season.
  • Discussions also touch on the historical context of F1 rivalries and the significance of specific races in shaping perceptions of the drivers.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on who is the better driver, with multiple competing views remaining. There is ongoing debate about the influence of team dynamics, individual skill, and external race conditions on their performances.

Contextual Notes

Some claims about driver performance are based on subjective interpretations of race incidents and team strategies, leading to varying conclusions about their skills and potential outcomes.

Who May Find This Useful

Fans of Formula 1, particularly those interested in driver comparisons, team strategies, and race analyses, may find this discussion engaging.

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hi all F1 enthusiasts(if there are some here), i would like yo know who ,according to you, is better, ALONSO Vs HAMILTON?
my money is on Hamilton, Mclaren purposely didnt allow Hamilton to run the last flying lap(Monaco GP), when he still could have got another go. he was light on fuel, so could have easily made it to the pole. but Mclaren is afraid of ALONSO Vs HAMILTON saga. Hamilton was also asked to slow down during last minutes to reduce pressure on Alonso.
Hamilton; what a find he has been, awesomely amazing!
 
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Yes He [ham] Is Very Good But Time Will Tell
If He Is Wdc Or Second Place To The Current 2 Time Champ
 
I think Alonso will edge it even though Mclaren are clearly biased against him. The first four races they had him on the inferior strategy and they need to give him more of the respect he deserves and not just support the English guy because they're an English team.
 
Hamilton is impressive! He's been on the podium every race that has taken place. Now, who stands on the podium cannot be controlled by the McLaren team. Did you see Sato overtaking Alonso in the last race? Although I suspect that Alonso was having problems, with him going over the chicane near the second turn a few times.

I'm in a dilemma. I was a McLaren-Hakkinen supporter ever since I started watching F1. Then started supporting Raikkonen when he came in. But he was never given a good car to drive. Now he is off to Ferrari, with barely any good performances this year till now. And now McLaren is going great guns!:rolleyes:
 
see hamilton did it in Canada
 
Hamilton will win the series this year, baring some accident that takes him out
for several races, Alonso? i am not sure he should come second, but a
demoralised driver tends to have more mishaps.
 
now what would you call the yesterday's race. it was awwwweeesome.
the perfect setup for an awesome race. sunshine - rain - sunshine - rain again. it was awesome. i am a bit upset for massa though but hey, hamilton is the man.
10th on the starting grid, 5th during the first lap, again to the back of the grid, slip to the gravel, toed back to the track, one full lab behind everone, still manages to come 9th. man, what is this boy?? i am not sure if even schumi could do that(well he did it last year in the monaco gp, but not quite like this)
the brit is going to be the champion!

again a bit upset for ferrari, kimi could have done it but for the hydraulics, he couldnt.
n i hate alonso for his ruthless comments, but hats off to fernando, the way he overtook massa was just amazing!
 
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The only drivers that are any good in the rain are Fernando and Button. Not sure Hamilton's performance really was all that good. He was off the track more often than not.

Yeah but great race.
 
well it was that delay when lewis was left on the gravel, that got him. he was left a full lap behind from there. he was full 20 seconds behind trulli. but still he managed a 9th spot. lewis clocked the fastest lap for so many laps.
and best driver in wet condition is massa for me but just bad pit stop timing got him
 
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Kurdt said:
Not sure Hamilton's performance really was all that good. He was off the track more often than not.

and when he was lying on the gravels , he was accompanied by 6 other drivers also. that corner was a mess.
even the safety car skidded over there. though it was fun to watch:devil::devil:
 
  • #11
Alono's a whinger -- but then I'm biased :biggrin:
 
  • #12
yea right. i m also biased against him
 
  • #13
Alonso is the daddy and you're all fools to ignore his might. And I am completely non-biased. :-p
 
  • #14
that guy sucks. all the time he is complaining. last year, he argued that renault was biased with fishichella, now he says Mclaren is with lewis. he just never stops complaining.
n last day also, it was some bad pit stop timing of ferrari that alonso won although i do appreciate the way he overtook massa. he is a master tactician.
 
  • #15
Hamilton is certainly the most determined.
 
  • #16
yea i am amazed by the determination of the young brit. he tried so hard even for the 8th spot that is 1 point.
go hamilton.
 
  • #17
Raikkonen will be CHAMPION!
 
  • #18
yea kimi is in line for 2 years now, but the poor guy always falls out. sometimes i am confused who the main driver of ferrari is: kimi or filipe
 
  • #19
neutrino said:
Raikkonen will be CHAMPION!


Champion Monotone :-p
 
  • #20
HAMILTON DONT CRY.. you can't be better!, no problem...

all of us know why hamilton have 97 points !

don`t you remember nurbungreen?

don`t you see the truth?

hamilton is one more pilot, isn`t world champion!:cry:

:!) hamilton is in Mclaren by the girl,

without alonso´s settings can´t made goods times

welcome to the real world..
"SPANISH POWER HAS COME TO F1 ARE YOU READY?:devil:"
 
  • #21
The stars must be grinning on Alonso and Raikkonen. Brazil is going to be great! It's unlikely that either of two will win it, but after seeing today's race, I'm a little bit more optimistic for Kimi.
 
  • #22
Alonso will have the title yet again. Hamilton will get another DNF to add to his stats.
 
  • #23
hamilton is most likely to finish as champion, kurdt. accept the fact.
and there is easily no chance of kimi making it, although i support kimi a lil more than i do for hamilton
 
  • #24
I must admit I am a bit of a die hard fan if you hadn't guessed. Not much of a stretch of the imagination though to see Alonso lift the title even though its unlikely. Just needs to win and hamilton to finish no higher than 3rd. With Massa and Raikonnen in the mix that could be possible. Alonso needs to sort his qualifying out first though.
 
  • #25
yeah i know, same is with me for kimi and ferrari, but my hopes are all gone. mclaren has the pie in both hands, its win-win for them anyways
 
  • #26
Unless Massa, with nothing to lose, can do a schumi on the two McLarens.
 
  • #27
Let us all wait for the first turn at Interlagos.
 
  • #28
what did schumi do?
and also it is more likely for massa to finish on top as it is his home gp
 
  • #29
He took out Damon Hill deliberately to win the title.
 
  • #30
Hamilton is more profesional than Alonso, he has been bred into the sport.
 

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