Coultard the optimist

Wrex · 13 Jun 2002, 02:50 (Ref:312182)

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from ITV.com
David Coulthard is targeting the runners-up spot in the drivers’ championship.

The Scot wants to finish as best of the rest behind Michael Schumacher as he now sees the world champion’s 43 point lead as unassailable.

He goes on to say

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"Second is something we can go for, but realistically we all know it is unlikely to happen. But things look a bit marginal in terms of reliability for Williams, though Ferrari look as strong as ever.

I'm all for individuals and teams aiming high, but I really cant see DC getting up on the Williams boys, or even Rubins after Michael has the championship wrapped up.

I'm predicting a Ferrari one-two

freud · 13 Jun 2002, 02:53 (Ref:312184)

Imho it will be difficult for DC to finish the season on 2nd place.

I do think that Montoya will finish runners-up this year.

EERO · 13 Jun 2002, 03:16 (Ref:312192)

He's one point behind and Fate is fickle.

Its a goal. Maybe a tough one, but not out of the question.

Gt_R · 13 Jun 2002, 05:25 (Ref:312234)

Well, with France and Argentina out of World Cup...just like what Michael says "anything can happen"... so why can't DC find his way into 2nd?

But it'd be hard though...

f1manoz · 13 Jun 2002, 10:08 (Ref:312385)

It's good to be confident and after his recent showings DC has every right to be pleased with how things are going.

The McLaren is still not on the pace of the top 2, but if he keeps performing as well as he has then second may just be possible.

But it probably won't.

Nicholas · 13 Jun 2002, 10:29 (Ref:312412)

Will be hard, but depends on whether Raikkonen keeps nicking points off him and whether the Mclaren can keep up with the Williams

Hugh Jarce · 13 Jun 2002, 11:24 (Ref:312476)

Wow! That's a turn around in attitude from his miserable, defeatist comments of a few weeks ago.

Just shows how mental attitude can change in an instant.

Wonder how JPM will cope if he keeps on 'brewing up' each time?

BBKing · 13 Jun 2002, 11:33 (Ref:312492)

He could very well be second behind the Great Juan. The season is not over yet.....LOL

Wrex · 13 Jun 2002, 11:57 (Ref:312515)

BBK "The Great Juan" should focus on getting in front of Ralf and keeping Rubins and DC behind him. At this point, Michael is in a totally different league.

Nicholas · 13 Jun 2002, 12:10 (Ref:312539)

It's amazing what a dozen points can do for you isn't it?

BBKing · 13 Jun 2002, 12:52 (Ref:312606)

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Originally posted by Wrex
BBK "The Great Juan" should focus on getting in front of Ralf and keeping Rubins and DC behind him. At this point, Michael is in a totally different league.

The title is not decide at this moment, does it? Plus F1 is unpredictable. Nothing can be taken for granted. Just remember what whappened in 99.

If the BMW is able to finish races The Great Juan will not have any problems to beat the mentioned drivers.

Gt_R · 13 Jun 2002, 12:53 (Ref:312607)

Much as i like JPM (lesser than Michael, but more than the rest of the grid

), he should first worry about not running wide at chicanes and let cars through...

No doubt anything can happen...but to have JPM and DC end up in the championship...you might as well pray you get a drive for Mclaren.

BBKing · 13 Jun 2002, 13:05 (Ref:312620)

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Originally posted by Gt_R
No doubt anything can happen...but to have JPM and DC end up in the championship...you might as well pray you get a drive for Mclaren.

Got you big fella. Why on earth would Schumacher think that he needs Barrichello's points?

Mania · 13 Jun 2002, 13:46 (Ref:312668)

If Williams continue to blow engines or play clowns at pit stops then DC may have a chance. Williams have been nowhere since Brazil. Mclaren on the other hand, are certainly getting their act together thanks to some great work by Mercedes.

Mr V · 13 Jun 2002, 14:02 (Ref:312673)

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Originally posted by Wrex
BBK "The Great Juan" should focus on getting in front of Ralf and keeping Rubins and DC behind him. At this point,

come on Wrex, we all know where JPM's rightful place in this little quartet is, had it not been for the engine failures in the last 2 races JPM's points total so far this season would be 37-41 (depending on the outcome of Canada) as opposed to Rafes 26 (for 4th place as oppsed to 3rd at Monaco) to DC's 24 points (3rd in canada, not 2nd) and Rubens 15 points (4th, not 3rd in canada!)

Mania · 13 Jun 2002, 14:07 (Ref:312677)

As oppossed to Ralf's 6 points from Australia - giving him 33 points - plus his rightful 3rd place in Austria - giving him 37 points - plus his 2nd place at Canada - giving him 43...etc etc etc.

It wont stop mr.v. What counts is whats on the board. E.thing else is open to interpretation.

Mr V · 13 Jun 2002, 14:13 (Ref:312687)

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Originally posted by Mania
It wont stop mr.v. What counts is whats on the board. E.thing else is open to interpretation.

of course your right Mania, don't mind me, just going off on one again!

p.s...did u have a good time at the race last weekend?, hope so!

f1manoz · 13 Jun 2002, 14:14 (Ref:312689)

For the first time ever, I have to agree with Mania.

It's all well and good to say 'But if JPM had done this, that and other' but in the end 'what if' doesn't matter, it's what's on the scoreboard and at the moment JPM and Ralf are tied.

Mania · 13 Jun 2002, 15:36 (Ref:312747)

Had a great time! 'Course it would've been sweet if Ralf would have won but it was definately a fun weekend. (would've been even sweeter if I didnt get another damn parking ticket - but thats traditional in Montreal - I expected it and saved up for it before I left!)

Mr V · 13 Jun 2002, 15:45 (Ref:312750)

Funny how much easier it is to put up with things like that when your on a "weekender" as opposed to getting a ticket when your just out shopping or something!

anyway, glad to hear you had a good time (any pics?) only 3 weeks to silverstone!

freud · 14 Jun 2002, 02:09 (Ref:313222)

Mania

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Originally posted by Mania
As oppossed to Ralf's 6 points from Australia - giving him 33 points - plus his rightful 3rd place in Austria - giving him 37 points - plus his 2nd place at Canada - giving him 43...etc etc etc.

Huh?? Is this a joke...What are you talking about?

Ralf's 6 points from Australia?
Rightful place in Austria?
2nd place in Brazil?

Cut the **** and then explain to me :

Juan's 10 points in Malaysia.
Juan's 10 points in Brazil.
Juan 6 points in Monaco.
Juan's 10 points in Canada. and so on.

I can also say that Ralf should have passed MS to win at Brazil which he miserably failed to do. Juan Montoya has dominated Ralf Schumacher this season.. dont ask me, ask Frank Williams and Patrick Head. JPM has proven that he has the ability to extract maximum out of the equipment tht's given to him on his sheer pace. Ralf on other hand is a cruiser. He cant overtake, he cant give pole positions, he cant take it to his brother.... and JPM has dominated him. One win on the board (and its a GP that was awarded to him after a JPm and MS clash).

Try thinking a little for once..

Mekola · 14 Jun 2002, 02:21 (Ref:313225)

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Originally posted by Gt_R
Well, with France and Argentina out of World Cup...just like what Michael says "anything can happen"... so why can't DC find his way into 2nd?

But it'd be hard though...

This is not the Football World Cup, and F1 is so very previsible than the FIFA WC.
DC must working hard and struggling with the Williams if he want to finish 2nd in the Championship.

Mania · 15 Jun 2002, 21:24 (Ref:314581)

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Originally posted by freud
[B]JPM has proven that he has the ability to extract maximum out of the equipment tht's given to him on his sheer pace. Ralf on other hand is a cruiser. He cant overtake, he cant give pole positions, he cant take it to his brother.... and JPM has dominated him. One win on the board (and its a GP that was awarded to him after a JPm and MS clash).

Congratulations freud. This is the most moronic attempt of a reply that Ive ever read.

calais · 16 Jun 2002, 00:19 (Ref:314661)

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Originally posted by Mania
As oppossed to Ralf's 6 points from Australia - giving him 33 points - plus his rightful 3rd place in Austria

can you elaborate on the word "rightful".
i'm a little confused:confused: :confused:

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