"Cato Batista" 19/06/2011 18:50:55 ID #62
Ladies and Gentlemen:
We are ing to Montreal (some of us literally) for the 7th race of the season this weekend.
It’s almost funny that we’d had some of the most entertaining GP racing in years but when we look at the standings the fight for the Championship has been a totally one-sided affair. After only 6 GPs it feels like Vettel’s title is a foregone conclusion.


The most relevant issue in the last 2 weeks has been the opinionated and vociferous protests from an influential faction within the CFA to remove Hamilton’s points from Monaco after his reckless driving that put Massa and Maldonado in the wall, and what particularly incensed these members was the lack authority by the FIA. It’s always Hamilton the troublemaker, isn’t he?
The CFA High Sport Commission has determined to apply a 2-race suspended sentence to the McLaren driver and will keep a very close eye on his on-track behaviour. In other words, if Hamilton gets involved in a similar situation during the next 2 GPs –and the FIA Stewarts make another mockery of the sport- we will disqualify him from the race and no points will be awarded with the driver in the following position taking his place in the final order. So, don’t be surprised if we kick him out of the standings if his unacceptable antics eliminate again a fellow driver from the race and the maFIA do not act decisively.

On a happier note, let’s get ready for what is traditionally the best Grand Prix of the year; the Gilles Villeneuve Circuit never disappoints. Actually, the 2010 race was so exciting that Pirelli has made their tires for this year based on the high degradation and multiple passing created in last year’s conditions. Back then, the F1 establishment suddenly discovered that GP racing can be entertaining if the tires won’t last, and Pirelli has delivered just that this season. And to spice the show a bit more, we’ll have 2 DRS activation zones for the first time this year. This is going to be good...

Five CFA colleagues will be in attendance in Montreal, we can’t wait to share the experience with you.

‘Till tomorrow

Cato