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#201 Counterbalance

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Posted 13 October 2019 - 05:01

You people should be ashame of yourself. The driver says they put him in a undriveable car and all you can register is his ^winning". Its happening all the season, finally smth bad happenned.


There's nothing to be ashamed of. The abuse Kubica gives the team in public is incredible as has been previously mentioned in others in this thread.

It's not making Kubica PR friendly, especially when he's looking for a drive elsewhere. Teams tend to take notice of such comments.

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#202 Krr

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Posted 13 October 2019 - 05:04

There's nothing to be ashamed of. The abuse Kubica gives the team in public is incredible as has been previously mentioned in others in this thread.

It's not making Kubica PR friendly, especially when he's looking for a drive elsewhere. Teams tend to take notice of such comments.

FFS, have you ever, for a minute, for a second, had a thought that maybe, just maybe he has the reason to do so? That There is a slight chance that they are abusing him with the equipment he is given and the way he is threated? That he actually may know what he is talking about with all his expirience?

Edited by Krr, 13 October 2019 - 05:05.


#203 kumo7

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Posted 13 October 2019 - 05:07

I would not feed troll.... now both of you calm down...



#204 miwost

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Posted 13 October 2019 - 05:10

Pre german spec for robert. Unbelievable.

#205 AndyPerry

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Posted 13 October 2019 - 05:10

FFS, have you ever, for a minute, for a second, had a thought that maybe, just maybe he has the reason to do so? That There is a slight chance that they are abusing him with the equipment he is given and the way he is threated? That he actually may know what he is talking about with all his expirience?


All of his experience should have helped him make the last corner.

#206 miwost

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Posted 13 October 2019 - 05:12

All of his experience should have helped him make the last corner.


There was once a driver who couldnt take the corner with all his experience. Yeah and bash me now.

#207 AndyPerry

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Posted 13 October 2019 - 06:47

There was once a driver who couldnt take the corner with all his experience. Yeah and bash me now.


1. Apples and oranges.
2. Kubica is not Senna and never was.

#208 TheFish

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Posted 13 October 2019 - 06:48

Kubicas worst ever weekend in terms of performance?

#209 baboo

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Posted 13 October 2019 - 07:13

Wow, a lot of hate towards Kubica. So a driver is just supposed to shut up and drive? If the team is taking his sponsor's money but treating him badly then he has every right to complain. Unless you prefer that the drivers are just stupid corporate robots spelling out corporate PR. I personally like it when they speak out. Also, being super polite and praising Williams sure helped Sirotkin, did it? They blamed him for their poor performance and hurt his career

#210 AndyPerry

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Posted 13 October 2019 - 07:25

Wow, a lot of hate towards Kubica. So a driver is just supposed to shut up and drive? If the team is taking his sponsor's money but treating him badly then he has every right to complain. Unless you prefer that the drivers are just stupid corporate robots spelling out corporate PR. I personally like it when they speak out. Also, being super polite and praising Williams sure helped Sirotkin, did it? They blamed him for their poor performance and hurt his career


They. Are. Not. Treating. Him. Badly.

#211 miwost

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Posted 13 October 2019 - 07:27

Really strong post race interview again. Saying that a final border was breached today morning. That despite huge improvement in car reaction with a new front wing (opposite to Georges car heh nice one same cars :)) they took it out from ther car. He doesnt understand why. Admitted that he made a mistake in quali but he was driving like a diffrent car today comparing to friday. Also some issues with power steering during the weekend that changed the car feeling today massively. Pretty much summarized the whole season.



#212 Krr

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Posted 13 October 2019 - 07:35

They. Are. Not. Treating. Him. Badly.


How. Do. You. Know. Apart. From. Clarie. PR. BS?

#213 rkrp

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Posted 13 October 2019 - 07:35

They. Are. Not. Treating. Him. Badly.

YOU. DONT. KNOW. THAT



#214 PayasYouRace

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Posted 13 October 2019 - 07:39

The team dug out blind for him to rebuild the car that he crashed to get it ready for the race. They're doing everything they can for him.



#215 rkrp

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Posted 13 October 2019 - 07:52

You think post qualify Kubica was bashing the team?
Watch him post race ;)

 

He was furious.
I won't translate as most of you don't really care and you will only see it as Robert's fault. 

Imo Robert was so damn loyal to this team for so long. But I guess he realized they don't even respect them.



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Posted 13 October 2019 - 07:52

The team dug out blind for him to rebuild the car that he crashed to get it ready for the race. They're doing everything they can for him.

 Mechanics putting all the effort they can with the resources they have is a one thing and team high level decisision is a diffrent one. Robert was very thankful today toward the mechanics in many occassions. 



#217 PayasYouRace

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Posted 13 October 2019 - 07:53

Closing this thread because it's not about Robert's future anymore. It's just a duplicate of the Williams thread discussion.



#218 SophieB

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 11:30

News!

 

Kubica could get practice outings in 2020 Haas deal | 2020 F1 season

https://t.co/EqyzYLnCEV

 

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Having ruled himself out of a race seat at Williams next year, Kubica’s options to continue racing in F1 are limited. He is believed to be looking at a development driver role in the sport next year while racing in another championship, possibly the DTM.

 

Petrochemical firm and Williams sponsor PKN Orlen, which will sever its ties with the squad at the end of the year, has held talks with rival F1 teams about sponsorship deals and opportunities for Kubica according to Polish media reports.

RaceFans understands one potential deal for Orlen would involve joining Haas as a title sponsor. The team is in need of a replacement following the early ending of its acrimonious tie-up with energy drink brand Rich Energy.

 

 



#219 rkrp

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 11:37

Yup! Steiner visited Orlen lately. And I don't think such figure would be there for some minor negotiations.

BTW thanks for unlocking the thread. Please keep the discussion on point.



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#220 Pete_f1

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 11:44

It will be interesting to compare times...

#221 Krr

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 11:49

Steiner told that Robert would get FPs already a few weeks ago so in that aspect it is hardly the news.

But Steiner visit in Poland 2 days ago in Orlen headquarter get new meaning to the previous words. Polish media are reporting that Orlen can become Haas title sponsor relatively cheap, but the question is how much is there for Kubica though. If he get himself 6+ FPs plus tests outings plus simulator, he could still have a shot there on 2021, given he will prove them he is not as slow as everybody make of him after this year. Romain position at the team we all know, and Kevin contract also ends next year if I am not mistaken.

#222 JavierDeVivre

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 12:05

Oh Haas, why do you do this to yourself?

You have just got rid of a troublesome party that brought nothing but negatives and you go out and get another?

It is an odd move, giving up a race drive for a test driver role, going to another team with performance issues.

I wonder how long it will take for the conspiracy theories to be aimed at Haas?

Edited by JavierDeVivre, 17 October 2019 - 12:08.


#223 Clatter

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 12:13

When he hit the wall in Australia he said "I made a mistake, I hit the Wall", when he bin it in Baku, he said "I have made a mistake" and he apologized on the radio".

Now he says "I am ok, but its a fcking joke".

It is a sad how litle to none trust in him is presented here.

For the split, unfortunately it is unlikely to happen, truly unfortunately. This few last races will be even more painful to watch then the season up to date.

He also said it was his mistake due to not concentrating.

#224 Clatter

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 12:15

FFS, have you ever, for a minute, for a second, had a thought that maybe, just maybe he has the reason to do so? That There is a slight chance that they are abusing him with the equipment he is given and the way he is threated? That he actually may know what he is talking about with all his expirience?

If he really feels that is the case he should have the courage to walk away.

#225 AndyPerry

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 12:23

Oh Haas, why do you do this to yourself?

You have just got rid of a troublesome party that brought nothing but negatives and you go out and get another?

It is an odd move, giving up a race drive for a test driver role, going to another team with performance issues.

I wonder how long it will take for the conspiracy theories to be aimed at Haas?

 


First, it's going to be predictions of a guaranteed drive, based on his FP outings, perceived as spectacular, and as the season progresses and there's no vacancy for RK at Haas for 2021, accusations and theories will take flight again.

#226 Krr

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 12:24

Oh Haas, why do you do this to yourself?

You have just got rid of a troublesome party that brought nothing but negatives and you go out and get another?

It is an odd move, giving up a race drive for a test driver role, going to another team with performance issues.

I wonder how long it will take for the conspiracy theories to be aimed at Haas?


"Hallo, Gunter? I heard you are going for Kubica next season and since you are new in the motorsport clearly knowing nothing about it, I strongly recommend not to sign him because Robert was very rude towards poor Williams team this year. In case of any doubts go and read Autosport forum, majority will tell you the same."

#227 Krr

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 12:27

If he really feels that is the case he should have the courage to walk away.


He did just that, did he not?

#228 Clatter

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 12:45

He did just that, did he not?

No, he is still there.

#229 Krr

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 12:52

No, he is still there.


It is not so easy to do it during the year as there are sponspors involved etc., but he did regarding futher talks about next year.

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 12:54

It is not so easy to do it during the year as there are sponspors involved etc., but he did regarding futher talks about next year.

Well that was just walk before he was pushed.

#231 Krr

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 12:56

Well that was just walk before he was pushed.


That is just your assumption. Probable, yes, but you just do not know that for a fact.

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 13:16

That is just your assumption. Probable, yes, but you just do not know that for a fact.

I agree it is an assumption, and I don't expect the team to come out and say anything, but I think everyone could see the writing on the wall.

#233 TomNokoe

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 13:23

Some result if he can still run in the odd practice session.

#234 Myrvold

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 13:31

He did just that, did he not?


I already regret bringing this up, but it is the latest example I can think of.

Villeneuve walked away in 06, Kubica just decided to not take the +1 in the contract.
The difference is that the team actively worked to get rid of Villeneuve, but wasn't able to, and Villeneuve felt that the shootout was below him (especially when the team said he was injured when he said he was fine). That is the last time I can remember a driver just walking away.

#235 Krr

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 14:04

I already regret bringing this up, but it is the latest example I can think of.

Villeneuve walked away in 06, Kubica just decided to not take the +1 in the contract.
The difference is that the team actively worked to get rid of Villeneuve, but wasn't able to, and Villeneuve felt that the shootout was below him (especially when the team said he was injured when he said he was fine). That is the last time I can remember a driver just walking away.


I am not sure what is the point are you making in reference to the current situation. Could you please explain for me? Thank you.

#236 Krr

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 14:05

Some result if he can still run in the odd practice session.


If he will take it full time without racing anywhere else, that will be clear message that he knows he can still do the job and there is a 2021 race seat in the picture.

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 16:39

I wonder how long it will take for the conspiracy theories to be aimed at Haas?

 

First, it's going to be predictions of a guaranteed drive, based on his FP outings, perceived as spectacular, and as the season progresses and there's no vacancy for RK at Haas for 2021, accusations and theories will take flight again.

 

Well it took less than an hour to accuse Robert or his fans of things they havent done yet.... xD

 

 

 

 



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Posted 17 October 2019 - 17:06

I am not sure what is the point are you making in reference to the current situation. Could you please explain for me? Thank you.

Courage to walk away and that bit there...



#239 Krr

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 17:11

Some chillout and laugh cannot hurt, right?

https://youtu.be/DzoOLNmm9WY

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#240 Counterbalance

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 20:07

Some chillout and laugh cannot hurt, right?

https://youtu.be/DzoOLNmm9WY


Not at all, but I recon the author follows this thread closely.

#241 Marklar

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 20:30

This is way too good

#242 AndyPerry

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 20:39

Not at all, but I recon the author follows this thread closely.


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#243 miwost

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 21:45

I already regret bringing this up, but it is the latest example I can think of.

Villeneuve walked away in 06, Kubica just decided to not take the +1 in the contract.
The difference is that the team actively worked to get rid of Villeneuve, but wasn't able to, and Villeneuve felt that the shootout was below him (especially when the team said he was injured when he said he was fine). That is the last time I can remember a driver just walking away.


Didnt Alonso walk away?

#244 danmills

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Posted 17 October 2019 - 23:13

Buying into Haas?

 

Stroking my chinny chin chin. 



#245 steeng

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Posted 18 October 2019 - 03:14

Steiner told that Robert would get FPs already a few weeks ago so in that aspect it is hardly the news.

But Steiner visit in Poland 2 days ago in Orlen headquarter get new meaning to the previous words. Polish media are reporting that Orlen can become Haas title sponsor relatively cheap, but the question is how much is there for Kubica though. If he get himself 6+ FPs plus tests outings plus simulator, he could still have a shot there on 2021, given he will prove them he is not as slow as everybody make of him after this year. Romain position at the team we all know, and Kevin contract also ends next year if I am not mistaken.

I thought only rookies got FPs as a third driver?

 

This would really be disappointing if Haas started to take a pay driver even as a third driver.   I think that one of the reasons that haas has done well as a new team is that they always try to take the best available driver.



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Posted 18 October 2019 - 03:18

More excuses. The wind caught him out. Other drivers mentioned about the wind in that sector, Kubica simply losi control of his car.

I agree on one point though, that being that Williams and Kubica need to part company immediately, if contracts allow it.

Exactly!  The wind caught him out... and right into the barrier.



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Posted 18 October 2019 - 03:23

If he will take it full time without racing anywhere else, that will be clear message that he knows he can still do the job and there is a 2021 race seat in the picture.

Kubica's F1 career as a racing driver is over.   Kubica is how old?  35?  There's no way that he could afford to take another year out of F1 and then try to come back as a 37 year old in 2021.  Maybe he can do simulator work, but he's not going to be racing anymore in F1.



#248 Krr

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Posted 18 October 2019 - 05:10

Kubica's F1 career as a racing driver is over. Kubica is how old? 35? There's no way that he could afford to take another year out of F1 and then try to come back as a 37 year old in 2021. Maybe he can do simulator work, but he's not going to be racing anymore in F1.



Well, some said his career as a driver of anything was over after the crash, then some said he will not be able to drive single seaters, then some said he will not be able drive F1 car, then that he will be danger to other drivers, then he will not handle Monaco or drive in the rain.

I am not saying he will drive in 2021, but there was too much of he can't do this and do that which was proved wrong already. And the age is least of his problem. Kimi is doing just fine and I would bet that Robert fitness is a hell better then Kimi's.

As I said, given that Robert said that if he will not be racing anywhere next season it Will be his decision only, then the target is being obvious.

Edited by Krr, 18 October 2019 - 05:11.


#249 AndyPerry

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Posted 18 October 2019 - 07:36

As I said, given that Robert said that if he will not be racing anywhere next season it Will be his decision only, then the target is being obvious.

 


I think his only target in reality is F1, so I get how not racing anywhere else would be his decision, the problem is, that in the only series he wishes to compete in, to be in an actual racing seat is a decision that is completely out of his hands and I can't see how that is going to change for him in 2021. All of the teams see how badly he got beaten.

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Posted 18 October 2019 - 09:39

I think his only target in reality is F1, so I get how not racing anywhere else would be his decision, the problem is, that in the only series he wishes to compete in, to be in an actual racing seat is a decision that is completely out of his hands and I can't see how that is going to change for him in 2021. All of the teams see how badly he got beaten.

Yeah I'd have to agree with this.  Anyone who takes Robert now is clearly in financial difficulty and is looking at the money he brings.  I can't see any other reason for taking him based on his performances this year