TV BBC F1 team

Monkfish · 26 Jul 2009, 11:14 (Ref:2508266)

I think Eddie's out of his depth commentating for the BBC. He obviously feels intimidated by DC and being a short-ass he is constantly trying to assert himself.

His comment from an "undisclosed source" regarding the state of Felipe Massa after his accident sounded like total bull and I suspect that Coulthard thought the same. Eddie's incompetence has been shown up by this event and I think he should quietly disappear before the start of next season.

The only problem is... who's going to be the one to tell him? Lol!

neiltb · 26 Jul 2009, 11:27 (Ref:2508270)

From the info at the time, I think his info was accurate. I don't imagine he would have said what he did if he was making it up.

I'm guessing EJ might have a blackberry or mobile phone.

Steevp · 26 Jul 2009, 14:35 (Ref:2508360)

I find him as annoying as anyone ..

But, I'm enjoying watching Jake & DC treating him more & more like the village idiot as each race goes by.

Yes he's an idiot, but he doesn't make me chew the remote with the same venom James Allen managed..

**Tim Falce** · 26 Jul 2009, 14:37 (Ref:2508364)

Could he take that tall spindly **** with him when he goes.

Monkfish · 26 Jul 2009, 15:10 (Ref:2508384)

I loved the summing up that the three did after today's Hungary race: DC & Jake were in full sunlight and Eddie was in total shadow. Perfect!

However, I must agree with Steevp: there certain is a comedy element developing between DC and his ventriloquist dummy. Jake’s like the chatshow compare asking both questions and not quite sure whether to address the performer or the dummy.

strider · 26 Jul 2009, 16:53 (Ref:2508437)

At the beginning of the season I disliked EJ quite strongly, but now I see him as the comedy turn, which makes him acceptable.

I see nothing wrong with Jake, in fact I think he's been a revelation.

Now Legard...

**Tim Falce** · 26 Jul 2009, 17:14 (Ref:2508466)

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Originally Posted by strider

I see nothing wrong with Jake, in fact I think he's been a revelation.

Is Jake the tall lanky **** who would be better suited to presenting Blue Peter or Magpie? All I see with him is Lee Evans on stilts.

Aunt Sally · 26 Jul 2009, 18:05 (Ref:2508522)

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Originally Posted by Monkfish

The only problem is... who's going to be the one to tell him? Lol!

I will!

But, he isn't funny either!

The thing with Jake is that he doesn't know what he is talking about so you sort of allow for that. As for Eddie, don't really know his excuse?

Mr V · 26 Jul 2009, 18:21 (Ref:2508543)

EJ is awful.

Jake i like, especially when he and DC are laughing at EJ's ineptitude!

nycuk · 26 Jul 2009, 18:36 (Ref:2508554)

Don't mind EJ myself, there's a certain comedic value in the way Jake and DC humour him like a drunk distant uncle at a wedding...

Must admit I'm finding Legard hard to adjust to. I don't like the way he constantly interrupts and talks over Brundle. Give David Croft a go, I reckon.

shambles · 26 Jul 2009, 20:54 (Ref:2508634)

EJ is getting better; I think he brings a bit of lightness to it lal.

**touringlegend** · 26 Jul 2009, 21:33 (Ref:2508664)

I dunno, I quite like EJ. He asks some questions some other broadcasters wouldn't dare.

Jake has really grown on me this year. He can ask the questions for the casual viewers without being patronising to us geeks.

Super Hans · 26 Jul 2009, 21:37 (Ref:2508667)

There's nobody on the present team I dislike, though I'd like to see James Allen and Louise Goodman back in their old roles. Jake Humphrey is a breath of fresh air. He has any easy-going manner and builds a good rapport with everyone. Best of all, he doesn't fawn over the drivers like (the otherwise excellent) Steve Rider used to.

nycuk · 26 Jul 2009, 22:48 (Ref:2508741)

I'd like to see more of Lee McKenzie (and no, not in the way you're all thinking...) I just think she's under utilised.

ChrisPage · 27 Jul 2009, 09:04 (Ref:2508929)

I think Eddie Jordan is getting better too. I thought he was good this weekend. A lot of people in the paddock do respect him too - he obviously winds some up, but most seem to have some banter with him.

I think all the team are getting into it. Legard is improving too - why can people not give him a chance?

I don't understand why the Beeb didn't keep Louise Goodman though.

Monkfish · 27 Jul 2009, 10:23 (Ref:2508979)

I'm certainly not disputing Eddie's inside knowledge. The "team boss" angle is obviously the reason why the BBC hired him. But knowledge and presenting are two different abilities. Eddie has a long way to go in respect to the latter.

I didn't know much about Eddie Jordan before he decided to expose himself to the nation this year. But now I think I understand why he's been so successful... he's just your typical overly-aggressive, bullsh*tt*ng Irishman... traits that are sadly still effective in business.

And what the hell does he shove down the front of those tight trousers!!

**Born Racer** · 27 Jul 2009, 10:33 (Ref:2508987)

No need for that criticism of Jake in my view.

Graz · 27 Jul 2009, 11:20 (Ref:2509036)

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Originally Posted by Monkfish

he's just your typical overly-aggressive, bullsh*tt*ng Irishman...

Explain please?

Monkfish · 27 Jul 2009, 12:43 (Ref:2509149)

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No need for that criticism of Jake in my view.

I agree.

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Explain please?

You've obviously not frequented many drinking establishments around closing time. At least none of those I used to go to.

Peter Dunne · 27 Jul 2009, 12:45 (Ref:2509150)

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Originally Posted by Monkfish

I didn't know much about Eddie Jordan before he decided to expose himself to the nation this year. But now I think I understand why he's been so successful... he's just your typical overly-aggressive, bullsh*tt*ng Irishman... traits that are sadly still effective in business.

Speaking as an Irishman, I agree that EJ is sometimes not the most polished of presenters.

However, I find your description (to use your own words) "overly-aggressive" and frankly rather offensive.

Graz · 27 Jul 2009, 12:47 (Ref:2509154)

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Originally Posted by Peter Dunne

Speaking as an Irishman, I agree that EJ is sometimes not the most polished of presenters.

However, I find your description (to use your own words) "overly-aggressive" and frankly rather offensive.

+1

Monkfish · 27 Jul 2009, 12:52 (Ref:2509160)

Well I don't want to turn this thread into an Irish bashing exercise, but what I remember of Irishmen from my youth was tall stories and punch-ups!

Eddie falls squarely into this category. Didn't he have an official pinned against a wall by the throat once?

Monkfish · 27 Jul 2009, 13:00 (Ref:2509185)

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I think I'd take my chances with a group of Irishmen any day over some of the scum you get coming out of a British pub or club.

Okay, I'll retract my generalization of the little people. Times have certainly changed and I wouldn't argue with the above comment. My wild oats were sown in the 70's. I wouldn't even consider going to the modern equivalent. And anyway, it wasn't necessarily an overt criticism... I had some great times and some great punch ups. The good ol' days.

nycuk · 27 Jul 2009, 13:02 (Ref:2509188)

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Originally Posted by Monkfish

And what the hell does he shove down the front of those tight trousers!!

The wad from when he sold Irvine to Ferrari...

Monkfish · 27 Jul 2009, 13:03 (Ref:2509190)

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The wad from when he sold Irvine to Ferrari...

LOL!

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