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brandegee
11/18/09

In reply to BREAKING: Jenson Button Signs With McLaren
Oh good, an (almost) all-Anglo affair. I hope they've been working on an H16 to replace that pesky German mill.
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Mobius
11/18/09

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They are good drivers. But I'd like to see them drive the M8.
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Mobius
11/18/09

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A world champion going to join McLaren. A former world champion leaving the sport.

Haven't we seen this all before somewhere?
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Alfisted
11/18/09

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I guess nobody is expecting these two to release a cover of "Ebony and Ivory".
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pauljones
11/18/09

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Five bucks says McLaren puts out a lousy season next year due to the competing egos of Button, and most especially, Hamilton.

Somewhere, somehow, I see young Vettel coming from nowhere with no ego whatsoever, only a sincere desire to kick ass and take names, and doing precisely that.

I could be wrong, though. It sure as hell wouldn't be the first time.
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richgiz
11/18/09

@pauljones: I agree, i just said that to a co worker yesterday. Watch out for Vettel next year! He is going to be a star!
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mr_dude
11/18/09

@richgiz: I'll be cheering for him, but RBR might be behind in the game on account of developing all the way through 2009.
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ThreeLitre
11/18/09

In reply to BREAKING: Jenson Button Signs With McLaren
To Mr. Button and Mr. Hamilton,

Congratulations to the both of you on now having put together what is, seemingly, one of the strongest pairings of drivers in recent Formula 1 history. If you both work hard at pushing eachother, I am sure you can McLaren the dominant force in the sport.

Now, allow me a sobering word or few-dozen.

Do not ruin this by being egomaniacs. You are both famous. You are both talented. You both seem like relatively good people. Together, you can become what every good car manufacturer strives to make its cars: better than the sum of its parts. Alone, you can be famous. Yes. But together, you can replace something that has been missing of late from the world of professional sports: a great team.

Winning is a goal, and it is entertaining. But true teamwork between two former rivals to achieve that same goal is inspiring.

Please don't hate each other.

Best of luck in the Spring.
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Uncle Bo
11/18/09

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Can't say I blame you, Jens. Serendipity shined on you this season like no other in recent memory. You won the championship, bloody England is happy (somewhat) that they have back-to-back driver's champions, and now you're with the home team, racing for God and the Queen and all that.

Enjoy being #2, make as much money as you can, stick around as long as the paychecks keep rolling in, and you have a wonderful life ahead of you as a rich, handsome champion racing driver. Be sure to use Ron Dennis as much as he plans to use you. Best of luck.
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Sloop_John_B
11/18/09

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I wish Button all the best, but he'll be number two at McClaren whilst their Golden Boy is still alive. It's a money thing, and I can't fault Button for making money, but this just doesn't sit well with me. I suppose it's why I hate the Yankees as well.
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mr_dude
11/18/09

@Sloop_John_B: It's no dream team, Button was no good when his car wasn't crazy better than anyone else's.
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Sloop_John_B
11/18/09

@mr_dude: Really, no good? The same could be said for anyone with a shoddy car. Let's face it, F1 is mostly about the car and less about the driver. Make no mistake though, outside of Alonso and Hamilton, Button is arguably one of the best drivers.
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HammSammich
11/18/09

@Sloop_John_B: I think it's difficult to determine Button's past performance since his car was so completely out-moded. But if you compare Button's performance in the deplorable Honda's to Hamilton's performance at the beginning of this season in the shameful MP4-24, it is arguable that Hamilton was able to get more out of his car. Additionally, Button was dominant for the first half of this season when his car was brilliant. But at the end of the season when his car was on par with competitors, he started to fall back.
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mr_dude
11/18/09

@HammSammich: It's definitely tough to gauge since there are so many factors. But having multiple good seasons would be a good metric.

Compare Button's 2 top 5's to Hamilton's 3 for 3 and Alonso's 5.

I'm not saying he's bad, but I think he's only definitively proven he's good enough to stay in F1.
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bmoreDLJ
11/16/09

In reply to Mercedes Buys Brawn: Farewell, Brawn GP—Welcome, Mercedes GP
The rename is fine. Braun makes shavers and coffee makers; they don't race cars. #brawngp
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uncleben
11/16/09

@bmoreDLJ: But here it is spelled BRAWN. Which signifies strength, muscles, etc.. All I'm saying is Brawn is a cool name almost like saying Strong GP. #brawngp
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Van Sarockin, rogue trebuchet
11/16/09

@uncleben: And paper towels. The absolute quickest picker upper. #brawngp
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uncleben
11/16/09

@Van Sarockin, rogue trebuchet: Your right. I kinda hoped you wouldn't remember that.
By the way I believe the quicker picker upper is bounty.
Those admen would be pissed if you associated that jingle to another product. #brawngp
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Van Sarockin, rogue trebuchet
11/16/09

@uncleben: Bounty got passed like they were standing still. Better sponsor a race team and get in the game. #brawngp
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Van Sarockin, rogue trebuchet
11/16/09

In reply to Mercedes Buys Brawn: Farewell, Brawn GP—Welcome, Mercedes GP
Makes former team principal Jackie Stewart look like a bit of a piker, doesn't it?

It sounds like a lot of the issues around Button firming up a seat revolve around his salary. Considering that he gave up millions in order for his team to compete this past year, it seems rather cheap and mean spirited on Brawn and Mercedes part.

Button proved what he could do with a competitive car, and his last few races showed him passing cars in near-impossible situations. The guy has guts and talent, an he kept it together under immense pressure.

You'd think he's easily be worth what Hamilton, Alonso or Raikkonen can demand. #brawngp
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Jeb_Hoge
11/16/09

In reply to Mercedes Buys Brawn: Farewell, Brawn GP—Welcome, Mercedes GP
I'm legitimately anxious over where Button is going to land. I want to see him running under Ross's expert eye against next season, but then again if he ends up at McLaren next to Lewis, it'll be an amazing pairing. And then in the back of my mind, there's also the scenario that I ran into more than once as a youth, not being able to decide on which girl to ask out and ultimately ending up with no one at all. Button wouldn't end up without a seat, would he? #brawngp
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Van Sarockin, rogue trebuchet
11/16/09

@Jeb_Hoge: Jenson seems to do alright with the ladies. His agent probably knows how to get a contract under his nose, too. #brawngp
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Maxichamp
11/16/09

@Jeb_Hoge: I'm legitimately anxious over where Heidfeld is going to land. I still hope he goes to McLaren next year, but Mercedes would be great too.

I think Kimi will sit out next season. #brawngp
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FTGDWolverineEdition'09
11/16/09

In reply to Mercedes Buys Brawn: Farewell, Brawn GP—Welcome, Mercedes GP
I will be honest, I've been more interested in F1 this year than in the last few years. Maybe F1 did need a bit of drama and excitement after all. At least for me. #brawngp
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Alfisted
11/16/09

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Awesome! #brawngp
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MrBangBam
11/16/09

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Sorry it's off-topic but I just got into my first car accident. No injuries, but my poor car... I feel like a part of me has died. Any jalop comfort? #brawngp
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skaycog was here
11/16/09

@MrBangBam: I'm so sorry about your car accident. I know how you feel about your car, but you are okay, and that's the important thing. #brawngp
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Van Sarockin, rogue trebuchet
11/16/09

@MrBangBam: Glad you're OK. Sorry about your car.

We'll take up a collection, and get your GT-R back on the road in no time. Next time, don't tailgate, alright? #brawngp
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MrBangBam
11/16/09

@Van Sarockin, rogue trebuchet: Yes, sir :( #brawngp
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MrBangBam
11/16/09

@skaycog: Yeah, I'm just really worried about the ramifications.

There were no injuries, damage was pretty minor to him but totally busted up my hood and bumper. I'm kinda scared of the premium increase too, I'm only 20. #brawngp
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F1Morgan
10/21/09

In reply to Formula One Has a New Posse
Well it has been an interesting season, I think Jenson is a good driver, but the Honda that was developed early on for this season helped, so did the diffuser mix up at the start of the season. But at the Brazil GP, I think a lot of people skipped over the fact that McLaren set Kimi on fire!

"At the pit stop, I ended up with some drops of petrol in my eye, from the fuel line stuck on Kovalainen's car and then I was engulfed in flames and blinded: I was going to stop, but luckily the flames soon went out. Even now, my eyes are still burning, but I'm alright. After the restart, I could only try and use the strategy to move up the order and at least I brought home a few points. I am disappointed because today I'm sure we could have made it to the podium."

So all you Kimi haters can just ask yourself, have you been doused in petrol, set on fire and leisurely returned to a F1 GP?

Good show Jens, but I do like Vettel and I I'm sure in the right car he will be (is) very good. #jensonbutton
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