Friday, May 22, 2009

Grand Prix-view: Monaco

Spectacle. That's what this weekend is all about. Spectacle. Formula 1 powers into the Principality for the Grand Prix of Monaco. Unfortunately, this weekend's activities will take a bit of a back seat to the politics going on. Ferrari and some others are threatening to walk if Max Mosely gets his way. And now Bernie "Fifth Beatle" Ecclestone has told Ferrari that, should they quit, he will sue them for breach of contract.

If you've ever played MarioKart, you're probably familiar with the Delfino Square circuit. This is as close as it gets. The boys with the fast cars roar through city streets, no more than ten feet from some buildings.

Lewis Hamilton finally put together a fairly decent run. He's really good at Monaco. This will be his third race there and he's finished no worse than second in the past.

Nico Rosberg was once again the fastest in practice, but he's yet to translate that to the podium. We think he breaks that streak this week. We're looking for some good runs from Ferrari and McLaren as well, as this tracks plays well for them.

Projected Podium:
1. Rubens Barrichello - Brawn GP Mercedes
2. Nico Rosberg - Williams
3. Lewis Hamilton - McLaren Mercedes

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