Great race with plenty of incident. The safety car was the pivotal moment without it Schumacher would have won easy but Alonso showed once again that he can handle the pressure. I'm amazed Schumi didn't go for a wild stab on the last lap thou.

And once again we see a Williams retirement while in a good position. Their reliability is horrendous.

i think another race incident this year by Michael and it would have been 1994 all over again. The Stewards are being extremely generous to Michael this year, prolly because the championship contender isn't british. but i dont see the multiple race bans too far away from him if he continues his antics this year.

True. Also i'd imagine that the FIA would have watched very closely if Schumi did get by and Massa suddenly slowed down to let him by since its technically banned under the rules, Ferrari would have had to come up with a creative reason for Massa's sudeen "problem"

Alonso can now afford to finish 2nd in all the remaining races and take that title regardless of how Schumi does. Have to admit the points system does lessen the value of a race win somewhat.

is that still banned for the end of the season?

Michael Schumacher is refusing to say whether or not he will remain with Ferrari in 2007, urging his fans to patiently waiting for Sunday's announcement.

Schumacher's current deal with Ferrari expires at the end of this season and although some are expecting him to continue racing next year, others feel he will opt to hang up his helmet.

However, everyone will have to wait until after Sunday's Italian Grand Prix to known Schumacher's future plans as the seven-times World Champion is refusing to say anything until then.

"Of course I know that Ferrari's announcement is being eagerly awaited," he told his website.

"We announced last week that it will be made on Sunday following the race because we want to do our best in focusing on the race, and of course I'm sticking to this agreement.

"So all I can do is ask everyone to understand that I don't want to touch on that subject until Sunday."

Schumi staying silent on his future

http://www.planet-f1.com/News/Story_Pag ... 35,00.html



If he's a smart man he'll call it a day. Hes looking a bit more fallible of late and if he stays in 2007 with Raikkonen at his side he may be out-raced. He's had a good run but its time to call it.

Well its official...

MICHAEL SCHUMACHER RETIRES FROM F1......KIMI RAIKKONEN TO REPLACE HIM IN 2007!!!

What a day. MS wins, Kimi his replacement 2nd and Kubica fantastic in 3rd.

As much as Ive been against MS over the years - it will be sad to see him go. He has made some seasons exciting with his talent and his controversial antics - but I wish him well.

Kubica - what a talent - great to see him get his 1st podium in his 3rd race!

Alonso - i feel sorry for him - MS will likely steal this championship off him

BRING IN KIMI!!!!! I will support him 100% next year, but wont wear Ferrari red.

I've got a feeling he'll be the big man with Alonso/Raikkonen in the next few years

I really hope Hamilton makes it good. I remember when he was tipped in F1 racing magazine a few years back when he was only 12.

Oh and I just realised there is one F1 record Schumi didn't hover up. Most Starts, Nice one Ricardo Patrese.

I never knew until yesterday that the Midland F1 team has been sold to Dutch Sportscar firm Spyker. Good Riddance is all I have to say, Midland were a charisma hole that brought nothing to the sport, I only hope they bring Colin Kolles with them.

Lewis Hamilton has admitted it would be "a risk" for McLaren to promote him to a race seat in 2007 - but the British youngster remains confident that he wouldn't be out of his depth alongside Fernando Alonso.

The 21-year-old has excelled in GP2 this season, securing the title last week at Monza, and has been strongly tipped to partner Alonso following the departure of Juan-Pablo Montoya.

According to reports, Hamilton will be provided with his first major opportunity to impress in a F1 car next week at Silverstone. The Stevenage-born driver is expected to test alongside Pedro de la Rosa in a confrontation that will inevitably be billed as a shoot-out for McLaren's remaining race seat next year.

Yet Hamilton remains unruffled by the speculation and the prospect of reaching the pinnacle of motor racing at such a tender age.

"It's a tough decision for the team and Mercedes," he told the BBC. "It's a risk because I've not tested the car yet, so no-one knows if I'll be quick or not. It depends on whether they're willing to take that risk.

"At the end of the day it's the team's decision, but I feel I've got a good relationship with everyone on the team and feel they'd be happy for me to drive as a test or race driver."

Hamilton also claims that he would relish the opportunity of racing alongside Alonso.

"I think that would be a major advantage," he declared. "Going into F1 is extremely tough, so having the best driver alongside you with all that experience would be the best solution for me.

"The things I can learn from Alonso are endless."

Hamilton gears up for McLaren test

http://www.planet-f1.com/News/Story_Pag ... 70,00.html



De La Rosa has his work cut out in a shootout with Hamilton. I'm hoping for Hamilton to nab the second McLaren seat, he'll keep Alonso very honest I think. De La Rosa is solid but not top drawer material.