Truly *fascinating* situation in terms of rules interpretations, intents, and intrigue. I've been impressed with BAR's rules and technical creativity over the last couple of years, and this one takes the cake. A tip of the hat to the engineers.
The FIA hearing is May 4th; the results will be far-reaching.
BAR Special: Shaken, Not Stirred
http://www.autosport-atlas.com/journal_art...icle.aspx?id=69
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Some quotes:
"One possible explanation is that, for whatever reason, the team hedged their bets. They came up with an interesting and quite possibly valid interpretation...it's a dangerous game to rely on your own interpretation of a situation like that, without first checking with the [sanctioning body]..."
"Is being able to cheat illegal in itself? That's going to involve some serious debate over semantics, and views will undoubtedly be divided."
The FIA hearing is May 4th; the results will be far-reaching.
BAR Special: Shaken, Not Stirred
http://www.autosport-atlas.com/journal_art...icle.aspx?id=69
(Sorry if you don't have a subscription, but you should...)
Some quotes:
"One possible explanation is that, for whatever reason, the team hedged their bets. They came up with an interesting and quite possibly valid interpretation...it's a dangerous game to rely on your own interpretation of a situation like that, without first checking with the [sanctioning body]..."
"Is being able to cheat illegal in itself? That's going to involve some serious debate over semantics, and views will undoubtedly be divided."
