Miss Lydia

Ravenclaw, F1 fan. Italy, 23. #essereferrari (was lydiaf1)

[87vettel]

bianca bustamante getting signed by mclaren in their driver development programme is, dare i say, monumental for philippine motorsport. bianca is from a country that doesn't have an accessible racing facility. i can count one race track and two karting tracks off the top of my head. getting funding to be in motorsport here is a massive pain in the ass, it's virtually impossible for a filipino to break through international motorsport. the furthest a filipino has reached in single seater racing is gp3 with marlon stockinger in the early 2010s.

bianca is the philippines' closest hope to get to f1. she is doing the unthinkable, the impossible. bianca bustamante is breaking barriers for philippine motorsport. she is the first woman to score a win in a FIA sanctioned single seater event, first since marlon stockinger winning in monaco in 2012.

when she said in her introductory video from mclaren that she is a child of an overseas filipino worker—a working class citizen who has to leave the philippines for opportunities abroad that offer higher wages because no job in the philippines can offer you a salary that is livable—that is very powerful. it is striking and only adds weight to why this signing is very important to us. she's now in the radar of f1 teams, hopefully filipinos also take notice.

i'm so proud of bianca and i'm so looking forward to her carrying the flag for this country in southeast asia with a population of 109 million. god i hope she thrives so badly.

[drivindrivin]

THIS!! THIS IS WHY IT'S SO IMPORTANT!!

This is why I need F1/FIA to broadcast ALL of the f1 academy races, these woman are doing important ground breaking things and we deserve to see them!!

[more-or-lesser]

the fact that it's a collaboration post, the picture, the caption

chefs kiss

[fabiopaninaro]

not gonna lie, these photos give me the same vibes italians are you with me?

[charleslelegs]

THIS CONCEPT RIGHT HEREJDHDHE

[lewki]

SILVERSTONE 2022; 📸: Mark Thompson

[monte-charlo]

Lewis and Max both only focusing on Charles so they could ignore each other was so funny and then their teams continuing the bit 💀

(x)

[theeemetersdown]

this is so wonderful

[f1-emotional-support]

[il-predestinato]

Charles Leclerc earns the Grand Slam 🏆🏆🏆 at the 2022 Australian Grand Prix:

Pole Position

Race Win

Fastest Lap

Every Lap Led

Driver of the Day

[il-predestinato]

Charles Leclerc will be starting in pole position at the 2022 Australian Grand Prix.

📸: Mario Renzi (April 9, 2022)

[mercgaydes]

Charles vs Max battles are extra funny to watch because you can tell from Max’s driving that he’s very aware that Charles will kill them both if he tries the same dirty shit he pulled with Lewis last year

[dizzyduck44]

Is this just me (could be an unpopular opinion) or is the never ending drama Lewis, Max, Mercedes and Red Bull constantly cause now having a detrimental effect on the other drivers?

They are taking up so much of the steward’s, FIA’s, and media’s time with their antics that today it’s become clear that other drivers and teams are struggling to be seen/heard.

It’s almost now feels like as soon as something happens between them the stewards clear everything to deal with that before they start screaming at Massi.

McLaren aren’t the type to appeal but firstly if the proof comes out that they were in fact trying to contact Massi to clarify Lando’s starting position at the restart and weren’t told till it was too late because the FIA were too busy trying to negotiate where Lewis and Max started (completely unfairly to Esteban) that is disgusting.

Secondly as Lando correctly pointed out, if the late red flag (come on it’s been a red flag every other incident at that corner) had allowed Max to win the race having effectively had a free pit stop then Mercedes would be up in arms. But no, because it was Lando and Charles and Seb it screwed over, well it’s tough luck that’s the rule kids.

So much stuff going on under VSCs and flags today that wasn’t even noted because it wasn’t the top two.

Gio had his best finish of the year in his penultimate F1 race, not a whisper of it afterwards. I found out much later Esteban’s efforts today have effectively given Alpine 5th. Nada. Other drivers are important.

Anyone know if Mick, George and Nikita are ok? We’re we ever told that? (I know we saw Sergio).

This has to stop. It feels like the kid who would pitch a fit in class for attention and disrupt everyone else because the teacher had to deal with them instead. Yes you may be fighting for the championship, but other teams are fighting just as hard for their own share of the pie and best finishing positions.

If Massi isn’t strong enough to stand up to them, get someone in who is. Sort this out before next year, because reviewing incidents and handing out penalties after the race is pointless.

[mistressemmedi]

The unparalleled energy of "I'm fine, just stuck upside down" coming from Lance, who sounded so bored with it all

[felipedrugobitch]

His car ripped in half. 

His seat melted into the barrier. 

And he walked away. 

If we have anyone scoff about halos again, I’ll punch someone. 

[charleslelegs]

hope tonight max and charles go out for a drink and get drunk together

[loving-ricciardo]

Eye- what?! This is so funny to me

[dreamaxiel]

Hey guys I'm here to ask you to support the brazilians fans against the new racetrack they want to build in Rio de Janeiro. They want to destroy a preservation area to build this racetrack, what's is a CRIME. The company who showed up with the idea is totally suspicious and is obviously a corruption scheme. And if you don't know: one of the most importants biomes in the country has been burning in MONTHS and our president don't give a fuck. The destruction of this preservation area it will just make everything worse.

So please support Brazil against this crime using #BrazilSaysNoToDeforestation and sharing it!!

[theothermercedesdriver]

Be Nice to the Drivers

Be nice to Alex Albon. Be nice to Alex because he’s young, and he’s new, and I promise you he’s trying his best. Be nice to Alex because he’s worked just as hard and deserves his spot on that grid just as much as any other driver. Be nice to Alex because he’s had to meet unbearable expectations, but managed to bear all of them on inexperienced shoulders. Be nice to Alex because he would be nice to you.

Be nice to Lewis Hamilton. Be nice to Lewis because he’s given his heart, soul, and body for this sport. Be nice to Lewis because he is a man of change, action, honor, and respect. Be nice to Lewis because he puts the world before himself. Be nice to Lewis because underneath the intimidating exterior is a kind man who just wants to put some good into the world. Be nice to Lewis because he values kindness above all else.

Be nice to Sebastian Vettel. Be nice to Sebastian because he’s stronger than we recognize and softer than the media would ever have you believe. Be nice to Sebastian because he’s been through hell and come out holding a trophy. Be nice to Sebastian because he can light up the paddock with a single smile and pat on the arm. Be nice to Sebastian because too many aren’t.

Be nice to Lando Norris. Be nice to Lando because despite being a world-famous F1 driver, he’s still just a 20 year old trying to find himself. Be nice to Lando because as much as he’s a soft, giggly, dorky mess of a muppet, he works extremely hard on the track every race, and it shows in his progress. Be nice to Lando because he deserves nothing but kindness.

Be nice to Max Verstappen. Be nice to Max because he’s working so hard every single week, all while facing immense pressure from his team, from the world, and from the reality of growing up. Be nice to Max because he’s finally allowed his giddy nature to break through his hard exterior. Be nice to Max because he thrives on companionship and laughter. Be nice to Max because kindness makes him better. 

Be nice to Daniel Ricciardo. Be nice to Daniel because, in the midst of his charming personality and giant smile, we often forget just how much he has gone through. Be nice to Daniel because he’s one of the most genuine, caring, and open people on the grid. Be nice to Daniel because he’s a force to be recognized but never to be afraid of. Be nice to Daniel because behind all the laughter, he’s human, too.

Be nice to Charles Leclerc. Be nice to Charles because of all the traumatic events a person can experience, he went through many at a painfully young age. Be nice to Charles because he’s worked his time away over the years, all without losing the sweet, hopeful side of himself. Be nice to Charles because he’s not just a model, or a pretty boy, or someone to mock, or compare to others. Be nice to Charles because he still is, after everything.

Be nice to Pierre Gasly. Be nice to Pierre because becoming a trend for a moment isn’t the same as gaining support. Be nice to Pierre because he was tossed aside once, but he picked himself up and carried on, already set on improving his future. Be nice to Pierre because his words are always kind and his heart is pure, and the way the world sees him should work to build that up. Be nice to Pierre because he wants you to want to see him succeed.

Be nice to all the drivers. Be nice to the drivers because even if they aren’t your favorite, they are somebody’s, and even if they aren’t somebody’s favorite, they are real and they are human and they are worthy of love and respect. Be nice to the drivers because they risk their lives every single race to provide entertainment and the least we can do is be supportive. Be nice to the drivers because kindness begets kindness begets kindness. Be nice to the drivers because this sport is toxic enough at times, and we, as the fans, should take our part in making improvements wherever possible. Be nice to the drivers because why are you even in the fandom if you so dislike the very people creating it?