pumpdoc 2 Report post Posted May 22, 2006 Well we've all seen Fernando's antics in and out of the car when he wins, is he a classy winner or just a knob?? *ducks for cover* Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monza gorilla 1 Report post Posted May 22, 2006 He seemed like a really nice guy, but then he won the WDC and I think it's gone to his head. He's definitely changed and I don't think it's for the better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pumpdoc 2 Report post Posted May 22, 2006 He seemed like a really nice guy, but then he won the WDC and I think it's gone to his head. He's definitely changed and I don't think it's for the better. My thoughts. After finaly seeing his 'victory' dance in full this weekend I'm even more convinced............... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jenson_Rules 0 Report post Posted May 22, 2006 Lets just say i voted for the second option He is a complete knob, I used to be a bug fan, but he has changed (despite claiming he wouldn't) and now I really dislike him. Probably more than I dislike schu. He's verging on to my dislike of Kimi and Monty whom are my least liked drivers on the grid (and trullitrain too!) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YHR 0 Report post Posted May 22, 2006 He is a great driver. I don't like the stupid dance on the sidepod, but I won't hold that against him yet. Other then the stupid dancing he seems to be conducting himself professionally. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jem of the Shire 0 Report post Posted May 22, 2006 I don't really know why people have a problem with his celebrations, all sportsmen and women have celebrations especially footballers, but as a person and a sportsman Alonso is one of the worst. He doesnt seem to care much about the fans, and shakes his fist at innocent backmarkers who havent done anything wrong Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SchumiDeSuck 0 Report post Posted May 22, 2006 To me, it is not a bad idea to celebrate in different styles especially to young guns like Alonso. F1 needs creativity and innovation. I think he is trying to hint that. That's my thought. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jenson_Rules 0 Report post Posted May 22, 2006 but his celebrations are so gay! he just looks like a complete twat and i think it is embarressing to watch him! No, not a fan anymore. At least all MS does is a jump on the podium and goes and makes sure he hugs and congratulates his TEAM for their work. and no Alonso doesnt seem all that interested in the fans, he says that 1 lap quali is better, well if he cared about the fans he would say the new system is far far better! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dribbler 6 Report post Posted May 22, 2006 What's the matter with you lot? Alonso's unique way of celebrating gives him character, something sorely lacking in the sport. Michael has his leap, let Alonso have his silly dances. As for his WDC changing him, wouldn't it change you? He may act with a little more indifference and seem a bit more aloof but he is a world champion. By virtue of this he has to be a little selfish (think about how Michael was accused of this). His confidence and self belief are at an all time high too and rightly so. This is what is helping him deliver such convincing performances. Rather than crushing the guy for being an individual, let him be his own man. We're not all staid and conservative human beings, we're all different. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Autumnpuma 0 Report post Posted May 22, 2006 I liked the matador posturing. Once. The rest of it is pretty cringe-worthy. I voted knob. A very talented and fast knob, but knob nonetheless... In defense of Alonso all I can say is this: If any of us had just beaten MS in a straight fight, wouldn't we be feeling like doing a stupid little dance too? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UrKo 0 Report post Posted May 22, 2006 He still much better than MS.....I rather see him wining the title than MS. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tvbf1 0 Report post Posted May 22, 2006 He still much better than MS.....I rather see him wining the title than MS. Alonso is just 24 years old so it's norml that's he let talent go to his head. Eventhough saying that, I don't like very much, so he's definently a knob to me. However I prefer to see MS win and not see FA on the podium at all. Just because he looks likes family died or something when comes in 2nd or 3rd. Well that's how it is so far this year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dribbler 6 Report post Posted May 22, 2006 He still much better than MS.....I rather see him wining the title than MS. Although i take nothing you say seriously, i still can't help responding to such stupidity. How is Alonso 'much better' than MS? Plus, Pumpdoc, you dissapoint me. As one of the people here whose opinion i value, i find it hard to believe that you post a thread so titled. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
irishfemalefan 0 Report post Posted May 22, 2006 He seemed like a really nice guy, but then he won the WDC and I think it's gone to his head. He's definitely changed and I don't think it's for the better. these are my thoughts exactly - no point me posting them too may as well just steal yours unlike many of you i have nothing against him for his celebratory dancing (or whatever it is) as already pointed out if i beat MS (hmmmm) id feel like dancing too!! and also if i became the youngest ever F1 champion id probably be a c#cky wee brat too but it just seems such a pity when he seemed so down to earth before!! i also think hes going to win the championship again this year so imagine just how obnoxious he might become next year Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kiko01 0 Report post Posted May 22, 2006 unlike many of you i have nothing against him for his celebratory dancing (or whatever it is) as already pointed out if i beat MS (hmmmm) id feel like dancing too!! and also if i became the youngest ever F1 champion id probably be a c#cky wee brat too but it just seems such a pity when he seemed so down to earth before!!i also think hes going to win the championship again this year so imagine just how obnoxious he might become next year Absolutely agree Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monza gorilla 1 Report post Posted May 22, 2006 these are my thoughts exactly - no point me posting them too may as well just steal yours unlike many of you i have nothing against him for his celebratory dancing (or whatever it is) as already pointed out if i beat MS (hmmmm) id feel like dancing too!! and also if i became the youngest ever F1 champion id probably be a c#cky wee brat too but it just seems such a pity when he seemed so down to earth before!! i also think hes going to win the championship again this year so imagine just how obnoxious he might become next year Glad I'm not the only one with those thoughts. I don't think he'll get any worse though; maybe it's a kid in the candy store kind of thing. I think it'll wear off and he'll calm down. At the moment he's on a high, understandably. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sato 0 Report post Posted May 23, 2006 Its no worse then Schumachers gay leap on the podium. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pumpdoc 2 Report post Posted May 23, 2006 Although i take nothing you say seriously, i still can't help responding to such stupidity. How is Alonso 'much better' than MS?Plus, Pumpdoc, you dissapoint me. As one of the people here whose opinion i value, i find it hard to believe that you post a thread so titled. Yeah i know it's out of place for me, but I had to start a thread on something more than the latest JV rumour/ news and to be honest anyone knows what I've felt about Fernando's demeanor, it's just not F1 he acts like drivers in lessor series and sure schumi has the fist pump and his leap but he's done that from the begining. Fernando's antics border on clownish unbefit a WDC, like I've said this not only my opinion, but many others and when people that applaud the antics of a Tony Stewart and Hellio C. N. and then make fun of FA that's saying something. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UrKo 0 Report post Posted May 23, 2006 However I prefer to see MS win and not see FA on the podium at all. Just because he looks likes family died or something when comes in 2nd or 3rd. Well that's how it is so far this year. Have you seen MS face when he's 2nd or 3rd??? Even worse than FA! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nojvnof1 0 Report post Posted May 23, 2006 I don't mind Alonso. Winning the F1 WDC is going to change anyone's way of life, if he has to be a little arrogant to adapt, so be it, it's not having an effect on what counts most, his performances on track. His arrogance is justified to an extent and when he performs as well as he has been performing, then he can get away with it in my eyes. As for his post race antics, who the heck cares? Let him do what he wants. Would you rather prefer he just get out of the car stone faced, shake hands with the dignatries stone faced, perform post race interviews stone faced, showing no emotion, come on, get a grip. The one criticism I have of Alonso is his fist waving antics, now that is more annoying that anything he has done post race. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Autumnpuma 0 Report post Posted May 23, 2006 I don't mind Alonso. Winning the F1 WDC is going to change anyone's way of life, if he has to be a little arrogant to adapt, so be it, it's not having an effect on what counts most, his performances on track. His arrogance is justified to an extent and when he performs as well as he has been performing, then he can get away with it in my eyes.As for his post race antics, who the heck cares? Let him do what he wants. Would you rather prefer he just get out of the car stone faced, shake hands with the dignatries stone faced, perform post race interviews stone faced, showing no emotion, come on, get a grip. The one criticism I have of Alonso is his fist waving antics, now that is more annoying that anything he has done post race. I much prefer Mika Hakkinen's attitude. After being 'Shuey chopped' on many occasions, he simply goes on about the business of spanking Herr Schumacher on-track and 'talking' to him afterwards, out of the earshot of the press. Mika also harbored no ill will towards MS for any of the maestro's other .... um....questionable tactics. That is class, my friends, that is class. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Geordie 0 Report post Posted May 23, 2006 What was FA's dance about ? Was he taking the p**s out of MS by acting like a old man ? Mika rules. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
foxtrot023 0 Report post Posted May 23, 2006 Everybody seems to forget Alonso is only 24 yrs old! he seems to be Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jem of the Shire 0 Report post Posted May 23, 2006 Everybody seems to forget Alonso is only 24 yrs old!he seems to be Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Autumnpuma 0 Report post Posted May 23, 2006 I agree. But if I was Tiago Monteiro I would have confronted Alonso and said "Don't you dare ever swerve across me shaking your fist ever again you psycho" No, all the drivers know that you accord respect to a WDC, and for the race leader. Looked at in perspective, Tiago did need get off the racing line, especially on the straight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
