Doesn't matter what the track configuration looks like nowadays, but you can always guarantee a German on pole position. Schumi? Na. Vettel? More like it. Now you're wondering why you should tune in. What if I said rain? A lot of it?.....
- today's forecast
- radar
Rain is expected to continue on and off throughout the morning, so a damp start in the least is anticipated. I think I should note, which is important to remember: DRS is banned in the rain. For those in the UK, coverage starts at 5pm with the race starting at 6pm.
The chance of a thunderstorm is interesting and so is the forecast of 12mm of rain, which sounds to be like a lot. I imagine in the event of thunder and lightning during the F1 that it would be red flagged.
If McLaren did go for a wet set-up, then they will be in a strong position, however as always its about being on the right tyres at the right time. Would be nice to see a surprise result as well. Also, it is worth noting that the gear ratios are locked after FP2, so if it is dry, the prime tyre may be the preferred one due to the green surface. (thanks to Dunder for pointing that out here)
Predictions:
Dry - Top 8
1 - Vettel
2 - Alonso
3 - Hamilton
4 - Webber
5 - Button
6 - Massa
7 - Rosberg
8 - Di Resta
Wet - Top 8
1 - Button
2 - Vettel
3 - Hamilton
4 - Schumacher
5 - Alonso
6 - Sutil
7 - Webber
8 - Kobayashi
Edited by D.M.N., 12 June 2011 - 08:26.