5 THINGS TO WATCH OUT FOR AT THE GERMAN GP
Here's what to look out for at the first German GP since 2016
F1 is back in Germany for the first time since 2016 this weekend. Personally I think it's a tragedy that we only get this race once every two years. It's even more of a tragedy that we no longer use the old Hockenheim circuit. But that's an article for another day.
Back to this year's race. The German GP marks the halfway point in what has been a fascinating 2018 season. Mercedes arguably have the fastest car, but only won one of the triple header races and suffered a double retirement in another. They'll be looking to turn things around at their home race.
It's championship leader, Sebastian Vettel's, home race too. He'll be desperate to extend his eight point lead over Lewis Hamilton. Don't rule out the Bulls either. Verstappen and Ricciardo scored podium finishes when we last visited Hockenheim.
MERCEDES HEALING THEIR WOUNDS
Mercedes will not be overly happy with how the triple header went. Arguably, they should have three wins, but instead came away with just one instead and suffered a double retirement in Austria. Watch out for them at their home GP this weekend.
TYRE TROUBLES?
These new breed of Formula 1 cars have never raced at the Hockenheim track. We have already seen how sensitive these tyres can be, so expect to see tyre problems for some this weekend. Combine the lack of knowledge and the expected hot weather and it could be very interesting.
VETTEL SEARCHING FOR HOME VICTORY
Even though Sebastian Vettel does have a home win to his name, he's never actually won at Hockenheim (his win came at the Nurburgring back in 2013). Vettel would dearly love a win in front of his home crowd, and another win over his rival, Lewis Hamilton, would help cement his lead at the top of the table.
RED BULL IN THE MIX
Last time Formula 1 visited the German GP, Red Bull ended with a podium finish, with Daniel Ricciardo taking fastest lap. Could we see a stronger weekend for the Bulls this time out? After a difficult time in Silverstone they will certainly be hoping so.
FLAT OUT TURN ONE?
Considering the speeds at which the old spec F1 cars could run through Turn 1, I wouldn't be surprised to see the 2018 bunch to be doing it without lifting. Watch out for the fast right hander that leads into the stadium section, could be mega.
What are you most looking forward to seeing this weekend? Let us know in the comments!
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