[GueseVekdet]

Sensible and logical deal. And this should also put an end to rumours of Hamilton leaving McLaren, because now he has nowhere to go - RBR might have been the only remote conceivable option.

As Webber wisely says - the continuation of his career (beyond 2013) depends on himself and his performances. At the moment he is still performing very well and hence is valuable to the team.

I think so far in 2012 Webber has actually been performing even better than 2010, because back then he was making some costly mistakes every now and then (Australia, Valencia, Korea). So far in 2012 no significant mistakes. Also his starts seem to have improved compared to last couple of seasons.

And, what's more, who couldn't like his attitude?

[angelxmagic]

I was a bit surprised by this decision as I thought Webber was heading towards Ferrari, but clearly he thinks RBR will give him the better chance of winning a WDC and looking at both his own and the team's performance this season he's probably right.

The most interesting question this raises will be what happens at Ferrari, will they keep Massa on for another season or replace him? Webber was the logical replacement until they could get hold of a definitive driver and is probably the best of the non-affiliated crew. Who else is on their list?

[u8MmZFmF]

I was a bit surprised by this decision as I thought Webber was heading towards Ferrari, but clearly he thinks RBR will give him the better chance of winning a WDC and looking at both his own and the team's performance this season he's probably right.

The most interesting question this raises will be what happens at Ferrari, will they keep Massa on for another season or replace him? Webber was the logical replacement until they could get hold of a definitive driver and is probably the best of the non-affiliated crew. Who else is on their list?

perhaps ferrari are waiting to see how kubica is progressing.
If he makes a full recovery, I think he would be an instant choice to join ferrari....big if

[myspauyijbv]

perhaps ferrari are waiting to see how kubica is progressing.
If he makes a full recovery, I think he would be an instant choice to join ferrari....big if

Sadly I don't see Kubica making a full recovery, even now more than a year after the accident he's undergoing further surgery merely to restore function. If F1 is the elite sport we like to think it as he isn't going to return to a fit state even without his manager sabotaging his career, though he'll probably get back to rallying.

I can actually see Ferrari carrying on with Massa especially if he keeps up with his current form.

[fubyFrery]

perhaps ferrari are waiting to see how kubica is progressing.
If he makes a full recovery, I think he would be an instant choice to join ferrari....big if

I'll be honest, I don't think Kubica is on the wish list for a single F1 team anymore. Its sad his career was cut so short, but his injuries were career ending (F1 at least) IMO and any team would be foolish to sign him without extensive testing. Kubica would be a massive gamble for a team like Ferrari and I don't see them dropping Massa who was proven before his accident, for a guy who showed glimpses of his talent but suffered such appalling injuries. Just my opinion.

[myspacepro]

Why

Do you like trainspotting, bland food and women that have won against anorexia? Massa is a nice kid but what in the world can you hang your hat against apart from that?

I'm not the only one with that opinion...
I think that he is going back on form, based the recent event, and I sure hope so. As to that question-no, I like none, they don't really compare to Massa. He's not bland, and his CV from year's ago and from some recent events proves so...

In fact, even in 2011, in which he was disappointing, some events that occured throughout the year brought controversy, so even then he wasn't bland.

[Wdlglivi]

It seems many athletes perform best when it's contract renewal time. After they sign the big contract, their performance slips back down a notch. Mark has been having a great year so far, but now that he's signed on for next year - I hope he can stay consistantly motivated & error free 'til the end of the season.
Of course, if he does slip a bit - we'll all say that "Now that he's signed up, Red bull have put a leash on him again to get Vettel ahead of him for the WDC."
Personally, I'd like to see him take the title by just edging out Alonso. I'd like to see Hamilton there too, but that would really tank my FGP.

[Zvssxstw]

perhaps ferrari are waiting to see how kubica is progressing.
If he makes a full recovery, I think he would be an instant choice to join ferrari....big if

I think for the foreseeable future he is off the radar.

[xkQCaS4w]

I will be amazed and slightly frustrated if Massa continues at Ferrari for 2013. They have absolutely no chance of winning the Constructors Championship with him. Alonso is miles ahead of him in terms of pace and consistency. The Ferrari of years ago would have sacked Massa ages ago, now they being over-loyal. They should move now to get Perez in the car for 2013 - a driver who has acheived two podiums in a car worse than Massa's.