Footballwipe Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 I know loads will go in and do the old "oh he knows he won't retain it" "can't match Hamilton" etc but that guy clearly had one ambition, achieved it and wants to enjoy the rest of his life. I assume he's gold in Germany marketing wise (?) and is rich enough to enjoy the rest of his life doing whatever he wants. Good on him. I barely follow F1 now, used to love it, but you're right about the competition and the next team-mate being a patsy to LH if no-one ups their game. Are we expecting any teams to have done this? Or is it the grim prospect of 16/20 race wins for one driver and a tedious season?
Wycombe Fox Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 Wow! Didn't see that coming. I think there's a driver who desperately wants another title before retiring maybe - how about Alonso to Mercedes?
iamafox Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 I'm asking myself a few questions since this was totally out of the blue: Does Rosberg want to continue racing in another category? (Maybe WEC or Formula E?) Who's going to take his seat? Mercedes might decide to promote Wehrlein? Or tempt Button to come out of retirement?
The Horse's Mouth Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 9 minutes ago, iamafox said: I'm asking myself a few questions since this was totally out of the blue: Does Rosberg want to continue racing in another category? (Maybe WEC or Formula E?) Who's going to take his seat? Mercedes might decide to promote Wehrlein? Or tempt Button to come out of retirement? Watching the conference I assume he won't be participating in any series, he's said that he feels like he's missed out on a year at being a dad after being so devoted to winning the world title.
MPH Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 30 minutes ago, Footballwipe said: I know loads will go in and do the old "oh he knows he won't retain it" "can't match Hamilton" etc but that guy clearly had one ambition, achieved it and wants to enjoy the rest of his life. I assume he's gold in Germany marketing wise (?) and is rich enough to enjoy the rest of his life doing whatever he wants. Good on him. I barely follow F1 now, used to love it, but you're right about the competition and the next team-mate being a patsy to LH if no-one ups their game. Are we expecting any teams to have done this? Or is it the grim prospect of 16/20 race wins for one driver and a tedious season? You're giving him way too much credit. It was his one and only chance and he knows it. He's lived in Hamilton's shadow for way too long and he cant bare the thought of doing it again....
MPH Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 16 minutes ago, iamafox said: I'm asking myself a few questions since this was totally out of the blue: Does Rosberg want to continue racing in another category? (Maybe WEC or Formula E?) Who's going to take his seat? Mercedes might decide to promote Wehrlein? Or tempt Button to come out of retirement? Im not so sure hw will be able to as he is still contracted to Mercedez.. I dont think he is a free agent...
Jon the Hat Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 Even if he were as good as Hamilton, keeping up the same level as commitment if obviously harder with a wife and little girl at home. Fair play to him I say.
foxes_rule1978 Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 He isn't as good 3-1 Lewis had more race wins this season... retired because he knows he will be outclassed again. I hope mercedes bring in someone like vettel, need that high quality competition
The Horse's Mouth Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 2 minutes ago, foxes_rule1978 said: He isn't as good 3-1 Lewis had more race wins this season... retired because he knows he will be outclassed again Doesn't exactly reflect much, Rosberg didn't really try to win anything past Japan. Was doing what he needed to do to win the title
foxes_rule1978 Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 14 minutes ago, The Horse's Mouth said: Doesn't exactly reflect much, Rosberg didn't really try to win anything past Japan. Was doing what he needed to do to win the title Hamilton is better I can post a lot of facts to prove that... including the fact Rosberg has retired, one title was good enough for him Lewis has more and wants more ... if you think Rosberg is better then wow ... It is like that player at tennis tennis who finally wins a slam and just retires they know they can't do more
The Horse's Mouth Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 Just now, foxes_rule1978 said: Hamilton is better I can post a lot of facts to prove that... including the fact Rosberg has retired, one title was good enough for him Lewis has more and wants more ... if you think Rosberg is better then wow ... It is like that player at tennis tennis who finally wins a slam and just retires they know they can't do more Didn't claim Rosberg was better, I'm just saying the fact Hamilton got the most wins is hardly reflective on eithers driver ability. Rosberg is a family man, he has other priorities and he's accomplished his dream, last bit just isn't true in this case. Rosberg is at the peak of his powers, odds on next season being his 2nd world title were high, but he's putting it aside to focus on more important things which is admirable.
foxes_rule1978 Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 2 minutes ago, The Horse's Mouth said: Didn't claim Rosberg was better, I'm just saying the fact Hamilton got the most wins is hardly reflective on eithers driver ability. Rosberg is a family man, he has other priorities and he's accomplished his dream, last bit just isn't true in this case. Rosberg is at the peak of his powers, odds on next season being his 2nd world title were high, but he's putting it aside to focus on more important things which is admirable. Fair play, of course if Mercedes are ahead like they have been last 3 he has a good chance, he isn't a terrible driver he is a quality one but he isn't no Alonso, Vettel or Hamilton.
Brainy Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 Shocking but the more you read into it it makes sense and you can understand where he's coming from
Countryfox Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 Ricciardo ! ... then we would have some fun !
MPH Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 I'd like them to be exciting and go for someone like Riccardo or be really exciting and go for Max Vestappen!
MPH Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 35 minutes ago, The Horse's Mouth said: Didn't claim Rosberg was better, I'm just saying the fact Hamilton got the most wins is hardly reflective on eithers driver ability. Rosberg is a family man, he has other priorities and he's accomplished his dream, last bit just isn't true in this case. Rosberg is at the peak of his powers, odds on next season being his 2nd world title were high, but he's putting it aside to focus on more important things which is admirable. You're not really falling for that are you?
Legend_in_blue Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 I expect his master, Lauda the meddler, the saboteur, will go with him. Had to read the headline a few times over before it sunk in. It's the sort of thing a kid does in a sweet shop, nicks the top prize and scarpers, never to be seen again.
Raj Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 Good on Rosberg. Made his money,achieved his dream,got his title,settled family life..Why not enjoy it for while and then see in the future what HD wants to do. Sounds like a man who is happy and fulfilled in life instead of always want want want.
Nalis Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 The bitterness on here (again) Is Rosberg a better driver this Hamilton? No Is anyone claiming he is? No Would he have finished behind Hamilton in next years' championship? Almost definitely Rosberg has played this brilliantly for so many reasons.
isaidno Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 Would love to see Alonso get the drive, but Werhlein will get it.
China Black Posted 2 December 2016 Posted 2 December 2016 Nico Rosberg Retiring.... It's his life and his decision!! He feels contented with what he's just achieved and wants to move on with his life. Good Luck to him in whatever he does next!!
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