The announcement went on to say that Mosley was stepping down in order to spend more time with his dominatrices. That should leave him tied up for a few years, and unable to assume other positions.
So, in essence, he's saying, "I'll leave, but only if you put my puppet in charge." Putin did the same thing in Russia, right?
I think it will be disastrous for the sport, but the teams need to keep the threat of pulling out and starting their own series alive. If Ferrari, McLaren, BMW, BrawnGP, etc. all pull out, there goes the money. F1 would not be able to survive with just Force India, Williams, and USF1. Would Mosley revive MARCH, then?
What will be interesting to see is how things go the first couple of years after Max leaves. Will the F-1 teams run amuck? Will it be politics as usual or will the FIA get back to its nominal job of being a sanctioning body and motoring safety research organization?
Also, I think I would rather see Ari Vatanen as FIA pres than Todt. Less baggage and favoritism there. Hopefully he could also rebuild the WRC.
Yeah, he's perfectly willing to step down if his hand-picked successor is named to replace him. Scrrew that!
I truly pray that the major racing teams of FOTA leave Max Mosley and Bernie Ecclestone to twist slowly in the wind and form the breakaway series they've been promising.
Also, if and when I die, please find a picture of me that wasn't taken with a crappy webcam or my old Nokia.
That makes me wonder. Has any of the commentariat died? I know people come and go but when they go, we never hear about it unless they tell us ahead of time.
@Ash78: Maybe Alexander was tripped up by the switch to the soft compound syringe - or the KERS system brought on a burst of speed he could not handle.
I don't have a huge amount of sympathy for people who can lead a life of tremendous luxury, philanthropy and leisure, but they choose to die from substance abuse. But if this guy croaked from a weak heart, then I feel sorry for the family. Conditional condolences is what its called.
07/16/09
07/15/09
07/15/09
Ray, we saw the pictures! In fact, I'm still trying to un-see them.
And then Mosley said, "I simply will not be the whipping boy--oh, wait."
07/15/09
I think it will be disastrous for the sport, but the teams need to keep the threat of pulling out and starting their own series alive. If Ferrari, McLaren, BMW, BrawnGP, etc. all pull out, there goes the money. F1 would not be able to survive with just Force India, Williams, and USF1. Would Mosley revive MARCH, then?
07/15/09
Also, I think I would rather see Ari Vatanen as FIA pres than Todt. Less baggage and favoritism there. Hopefully he could also rebuild the WRC.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/motorsport/formula_one/8137698.stm
07/15/09
And I'm guessing he's probably sick of having to deal with FOTA who isn't as obedient as he likes them. Unlike girls.
07/15/09
I truly pray that the major racing teams of FOTA leave Max Mosley and Bernie Ecclestone to twist slowly in the wind and form the breakaway series they've been promising.
07/15/09
@jrhmobile:
07/15/09
Are you saying that staying is a better alternative? How?
Or are you just proving you can be an ass?
If you've got nothing to say, F#@k Off ...
07/15/09
05/06/09
05/06/09
The story will be poignant, I am sure.
Wealth and fame are a curse.
Be happy if you aren't.
05/06/09
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05/06/09
Also, if and when I die, please find a picture of me that wasn't taken with a crappy webcam or my old Nokia.
That makes me wonder. Has any of the commentariat died? I know people come and go but when they go, we never hear about it unless they tell us ahead of time.
05/06/09
05/06/09
05/06/09
I feel very sorry for his family. This sucks for them, no matter what the circumstances of his death.
05/06/09
That's fucked up. So of course I'm still laughing my ass off at it.
I'm just glad I'll have lots of company roasting in Dante's Easy-Bake.
05/06/09
RIP, let's hope Max doesn't ruin his funeral with Nazi s**t.
Unless he's to be cremated, in which case he'll just be Ash.
05/06/09
I don't have a huge amount of sympathy for people who can lead a life of tremendous luxury, philanthropy and leisure, but they choose to die from substance abuse. But if this guy croaked from a weak heart, then I feel sorry for the family. Conditional condolences is what its called.
05/06/09