I think this is more interesting. A little look into what was going on strategy side. And, if you're interested in more detail, a link at the bottom to a fascinating account as told by team principals, etc (basically), over on motorsport.com. Toto Wolff Q&A: Ricciardo's late pace staggering (formula1.com) The rest of that ^ article is here: http://www.formula1.com/en/latest/interviews/2016/9/f1-ricciardo-speed-staggering-singapore-wolff.html Also: Analysis: How Hamilton's podium bid nearly toppled Rosberg
I'm surprised I haven't heard/read more about this. A HUGE safety-related mistake, no doubt, and it wouldn't have taken much to turn from surprising to horrific. Someone made a decision and someone else was nearly killed. Seems to me someone well up the decision making ladder ought to answer for it (no one in a lowly position has the power to decide to start the race) but I expect the marshall himself or someone near him will be blamed. [ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voM_yucxf9U"]Singapore Grand Prix near miss as F1 marshal flees the track mid-race - YouTube[/ame]
No wonder F1 costs so much...... Did you notice the radius just before the threads - stress riser relief. Square head was interesting too.....
Hardware store? Hey Lee don't you have an old coffee can full of odd nutz & boltz? I do, not sure what they fit, but can't bring myself to throw them away.
Some track changes have been made at Sepang Turn 15 (last corner) is now off-camber and should allow for more overtaking. Some of the run off areas are now gravel. http://www.f1fanatic.co.uk/2016/09/27/in-detail-how-sepang-has-changed-for-2016/
Magnussen leaping from the hot seat (in the pits, clearly) during FP1. Aftermath: The session has been red flagged.
Bit of video here: http://www.formula1.com/en/video/2016/9/FP1__Renault_fire_brings_session_to_a_halt.html