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BebiF1

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Given the relative competitiveness of Ferrari and Williams and the strong reliability of both teams, it is highly unlikely that either the drivers’ or the constructors’ championship will be decided at Indianapolis. However, in theory either one (though not both) could be. The permutations are as follows:

Michael Schumacher will be crowned 2003 champion if he wins the United States Grand Prix and Juan Pablo Montoya finishes no higher than sixth, with Kimi Raikkonen third or lower.

This would give the Ferrari driver a ten-point margin heading into the final round in Japan. He would take the title even if he failed to score at Suzuka and Montoya won, thanks to his greater number of victories this season.

Schumacher could also finish second at Indianapolis and still take the title, assuming Montoya scores a maximum of one point (eighth place) and Raikkonen no more than five (fourth place). Schumacher coming third or lower in the US will guarantee the championship goes down to the wire, regardless of who takes victory at Indy.

In the constructors’ championship, Williams could wrap things up at Indianapolis if they score 15 points more than Ferrari. In real terms, this means the BMW-powered team need to finish first and second, with Ferrari scoring three points or less; or first and third, with Ferrari taking a maximum of one point; or first and fourth, with Ferrari failing to score.

Whatever happens, at least one title will be decided at the last round of the season in Japan. Schumacher finishing first or second at Indy could give him the drivers’ crown, but would prevent Williams securing the constructors’ championship. Conversely, if Williams become champions in the US, it guarantees a fight to the finish for drivers’ honours at Suzuka.
 
Hehe...you really made some calculations there BebiF1. :D

It's really tight this season, so it could go either way for Williams or Ferrari...with even Mclaren having some mathematical chances in the constructors. Even with only 2 races left I'm not gonna predict who's gonna take the titles...altho I'm a Ferrari supporter I hope it goes our way...hehe. :p B)

It could even end up in a tie...then Ferrari should take it anyhow if it did happen. ^_^

All these calculations is just adding more pressure on me as a spectator. :lol: :wacko:

It's not only the drivers & teams with pressure...we as fans carry it too. :)
 
What if JPM wins, MS second followed by 2 more williams?

I don't know, hehe, now i'm just making stuff up.

I am hoping Williams gets the constructor. After all they have been through this year with suspension problems, it shows that you don't have to be anywhere near perfect anymore, starting to get some parity.
 
By suspension problems, you mean damper and handling correct? Havent seen any failures on their cars, so I am guessing that is what you meant.
 
Well back to the topic at hand.

There are now only two scenerios.
Micheal wins if: He finishes 8th or better
Kimi wins if: He wins the race, and Micheal scores no points (9th or worse)
 
It should be an easy one for Schumi. ;)

The task for Kimi is way harder to achieve. :)

I hope this Sunday is another good race...and a "clean" one as well. ^_^

May the Red Baron's swoop the titles once again. :D
 
You might take a look at my new post from the last time shuie was in this position. Quite interesting race lays ahead regardless. I will be up at 1 in the morning watching it live I can garantee you!
 
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