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An interesting point, although not one that makes things redundant. It does show that it can make a difference. JB could have changed his style since then, TS might be even worse, or it might show that TS is unlucky. With out lots of research we just don't know. Last edited by Adam43; 31 May 2004 at 22:02. |
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do we now refer to some of the German Mchael SCHUMACHER's storming drives in F1 where he fades in to the distance unchallenged by anyone being like a Doodlebug or a Nazi fighter pilot ?...of course not ...so why does Sato (this japanese guy ) get such little respect from people ? thats seriously not a jibe directed against Peter , far from it( before anyone gets the wrong end of the stick about it ), but it is a general point.... Taku is brave ...he shows spirit and passion ...he isnt dull...but he makes some mistakes and is still growing as a F1 driver....Id say he is exactly what F1 needs to become exciting again ...or does everyone want to see drivers overtaking in the pits or just plain old driving for points ? |
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From the point of view of a guniune manaeuvre it reminded me a little of Hill v Schumacher at Prirorey 1995. The distance was too great for the pass to come off. But on that occasion both drivers lost out.
I recall the fervour that Hill fans displayed in his defence. And the opposite from MS fans. So I still think he was right to try but it was always going to be high risk when he was already in a podium position with a clearly faster car. So it was probably impatience and therefore not what we would like to see from a potential WDC. |
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Exactly! Sato-San While he's on the track he is great to watch exciting and inspirational but maybe, just possibly and perhaps, his style is causing the unwanted engine detonations just a thought. "Cry Banzai!......and let slip the Kamikaze Samurai!" oooohhh! sorry, my non-PC keyboard made me do it (note to stupid ignorant self: return to "value-neutral" state immediately) |
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I wasn't happy about the use of the word 'Kamikaze'. It not only borders on racism, but it shows either minimal respect for Takuma as a racing driver, or a non-existant understanding of the meaning of the concept.
Good comparison there Peter - which shows that experienced drivers can make similar mistakes when the pressure is on. It's a shame that he didn't keep it together, but the results will come. |
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However Michael is often referred to as the Red Baron. Which is very apt - A German flying ace that flew a red plane! So yes it does have a precedent. Quote:
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Sato, a top driver, I am really enjoying him being in F1. When he polishes those rough edges, he may start pulling of those divine wind manoeuvres. Last edited by Adam43; 1 Jun 2004 at 09:06. |
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kamikaze
/kammikaazi/ • noun (in the Second World War) a Japanese aircraft loaded with explosives and making a deliberate suicidal crash on an enemy target. • adjective reckless or potentially self-destructive. This is from the oxford dictionary so as the sato incident was accident I agree that Kamikaze is an inappropiate word. |
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Ooh all this and an English lesson too.
To repeat. The use of the term is based on the commentary and that's why I posted it. Next it is used quite extensively in english to describe "suicidal" actions. Just like the term "falling on his sword" reflects the ceremony of "hara kiri" (sp). So if it disturbs some people emotionally I apologise, but it is not, repeat not, intended to be a slight on Sato or his race (which I believe is human). |
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Snoopy used to fly against the Red Baron, it does not quite have the same social stigma behind as some other words being used.
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I just think everyone should get back to what the thread was intended to discuss with an agreement not to use the word kamikaze. |
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In the light of what Peter (and before that) says I just think everything is a little over the top. Sato went for a lunge, that (with hindsight) was not on. It was almost suicidal (albeit with no risk of life. It still seems apt to Sato's move! The origins of the word are clearly WW2, but it is used much more generally nowadays.
It is a bit like the expression 'do or die'. However I guess it was the Japanese part that makes kamikaze the one to use. However in the context it is used I see no offense, it has been around for a long time that word and it has mellowed in its meaning. If we analyse every word then there will be something offense in it. That is not to say that the word couldn't be used in an offensive way. In which case we would close the thread I guess. |
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I'm sorry if i don't agree with your justifacation of it's use here Adam but if some people are taking offence to it with their own justifacation then people should respect that what ever there own oppinion. The intention of the thread can continue without the use of the word so it should be left out.
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Frankly I think this discussion has exhausted itself.
Sorry if anybody thinks they's more to say but I'd ask Adam if he would be kind enough to close this thread. Cheers |
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Closed. I've taken note. Thread closed.
Just a few points as to why it is so difficult. If something causes offence it isn't allowed here at ten-tenths. Period. However what if there was no intention of offence and others use certain words in a 'normal' way? FWIW, you may want to check this out. The actual details of what I am about to say is immaterial, it is just a real example: A while ago we had a thread where someone asking about Jewish F1 drivers. There was a lot of "it doesn't matter what people's religion is". Which is true. However these were accompanied with "close this thread, its disgraceful". Which isn't true. I see nothing wrong in asking such a question, for all I know the poster was Jewish, or maybe not. It is just my example of how we can go OTT on this and in the end there was an issue raised about religion and it was a problem, but it wasn't the poster asking the original question. On an internet forum it is difficult to judge people's motives by the written word. However the offence does not come from just the words, but also the motive's behind the words. A difficult decision and one we try and get right. If offence is caused when we don't quite get it right then I apologise. Thread Closed. Adam Last edited by Adam43; 1 Jun 2004 at 13:01. |
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