In the round-up: Captain Thomas Moore, the 99-year-old who shot to fame in Britain after raising over £27 million for the National Health Service by walking laps of his garden, says “nothing would give me more pleasure” than to visit McLaren’s headquarters after Lando Norris invited him to your their Technology Centre.
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Social media
Notable posts from Twitter, Instagram and more:
A word from TMS President/GM @eddiegossage on the tweet earlier from Texas Governor @GregAbbott_TX #NASCAR | #NLTX pic.twitter.com/t6t3tMJRPa
— Texas Motor Speedway (@TXMotorSpeedway) April 20, 2020
We just can't get enough of this! 🤩🇮🇹
Grazie ragazzi! @Charles_Leclerc #VirtualGP #FDA #FerrariEsports #F1Esports pic.twitter.com/7WTuQpCtYf— FerrariEsports (@FerrariEsports) April 20, 2020
Unlike what some media have announced lately, we have no plans to compete in another championship in the future.
Our only race will be the Dakar 2021 like we did in 2020. (2/2)— REBELLION Racing (@RebellionRacing) April 20, 2020
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Links
More motor racing links of interest:
Claire Williams on why 2020 races are 'critical', and F1 cost-cap regret (Sky)
"It is incredibly worrying at the moment regarding what is going to happen, because the situation is so fluid. We just don't know whether we will have 15 races, eight races or zero races. Clearly we hope it is more, rather than less."
FIA announces decision to defer World Rallycross Championship electric switch to 2022 (FIA)
Jean Todt: "While the current situation has made it necessary to defer the switch to electric by one year to allow competitors further time to adapt and to invest, the FIA remains committed to a new horizon for World RX."
Tears and laughter at the funeral of Sir Stirling Moss (Motorsport Magazine)
"In time however thoughts will turn to the rather larger, less sombre celebration of his life that will take place as and when current restrictions on travel and large gatherings are lifted. I spoke to Lady Susie over the weekend and she is adamant that not only will such an event take place, but that it will be one that befits Stirling’s position both in the constellation of motor racing stars and, more importantly, the hearts of his legion of fans both here and around the world."
Indian tycoon Mallya loses appeals against extradition from Britain (Reuters)
"Indian businessman Vijay Mallya lost an appeal in Britain’s High Court on Monday against a 2018 decision to extradite him to India to face fraud charges resulting from the collapse of his defunct company Kingfisher Airlines."
In a statement supplied to RaceFans, Mallya said he was “naturally disappointed with the High Court decision” and “will continue to pursue further legal remedies as advised by my lawyers.”
“I have repeatedly offered to repay the banks in full but, sadly, to no avail,” he added.
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Comment of the day
Wade recalls his father’s encounter with the late Stirling Moss.
My father knew Stirling in the fifties when he was rallying in Europe. He said Stirling was a gentleman, and a kind racer, gave him tips and advice on driving and always had time to talk. My father really respected Stirling in his entire life, which he didn’t do with many people.
I was sad to read that Stirling had passed away and my thoughts and sympathy are with his family.
Wade
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pastaman (@)
21st April 2020, 0:59
What is TMS smoking?
Corey (@dragon86)
21st April 2020, 1:21
@pastaman They are trying to bring back some normalcy. Within the last week, many state governors have faced protests from their citizens about reopening businesses. I don’t know what its like in other countries, but here in the US, we have already seen how 1 month of inactivity has negatively affected small businesses. We’ve heard that social distancing maybe in effect till 2022 and that fans may not be able to attend sporting events and concerts til 2021. Some businesses can’t last that long and are taking it upon themselves to open early or run the risk of never opening again.
GeeMac (@geemac)
21st April 2020, 9:08
@dragon86 It’s the same everywhere Corey, everyone is suffering as a result of this crisis. Here in the UK people are losing their jobs, businesses are suffering and a recession is around the corner. Giving in to the mob when the time clearly isn’t right is not the right answer.
GtisBetter (@)
21st April 2020, 12:49
Not many state governors, just couple and all whipped into action by the same scam artists who work like a russian troll farm. It would be entertaining if the cost wasn’t innocent lives.
ColdFly (@)
21st April 2020, 8:35
Interestingly, streets are most deserted during major events on TV.
We all hope 911 won’t happen again and there is not enough time organise a Moon or Mars landing. Sports is the next big TV magnet and might have a positive effect on nett social distancing.
SteveR
21st April 2020, 1:34
Vijay thrashed Kingfisher, destroyed leased aircraft for spare parts, didn’t pay employees for months, and then just split. There is no way he has money to repay his bank loans. Let’s not even get into the liquor side of things.
GeeMac (@geemac)
21st April 2020, 9:09
“destroyed leased aircraft for spare parts”
I can verify that statement as I worked for the lessor of those aircraft when Kingfisher Airlines went down.
Jere (@jerejj)
21st April 2020, 7:40
I see Lando doesn’t dare to show his short-hair on camera anymore, LOL.
bernasaurus (@bernasaurus)
21st April 2020, 7:48
Frank lives at the factory?
GeeMac (@geemac)
21st April 2020, 10:26
Yeah @bernasaurus, he mentions it briefly in the “Williams: A different kind of life” film. Frank Williams is nothing without F1…
Andy
21st April 2020, 17:11
Complete with huge framed portrait of Thatcher in pride of place on his office wall. Sigh… :(
Islander
21st April 2020, 11:44
This guy Capt Tom has become the biggest popular sensation since The Beatles. I expect him to take America by storm next month followed by the rest of the world.
F1 must find a role for him, like maybe hand out the trophies on the podium at the very least. Or replace national anthems with a walk on salute.
Dale
23rd April 2020, 0:35
Lando just keeps making me a bigger fan.
He’s always approachable, never arrogant, doesn’t take himself too seriously, he throws himself into things and genuinely looks like he enjoys doing things with and for the team.
Zac must be thrilled to have him, and his parents must be proud.