Turkish Delight?

Ferrari out of the reckoning? Not yet after Sunday’s race. Massa leading home a Ferrari one-two brings the pair back into contention, especially with Hamilton’s late tire blow.

Heading into the final stretch of the championship sees Massa 15 points of the top with Raikkonen a further point back. How much longer can Ferrari keep them on equal terms? That is the question that will be raging in the coming weeks. Both sides have their arguments. Unlike the last number of years we have four drivers competing for the title and this is due in part to the ‘no team orders’ from both McLaren and Ferrari – something that both can be applauded for.

I doubt this will last as things get tight. The difficult thing in Ferrari’s case is how evenly matched their drivers are. Neither has been consistent in their challenge. Turkey marked only their second 1-2 finish of the year. Usually it’s a case of one been strong while the other has an off weekend. Contrasts in the past where the might of the Ferrari machine has been behind Schumacher. Devil’s advocate can say looking at the success that Ferrari had with this formula (the odd controversy not withstanding) compared with the situation now that the old system had its merits.

If Ferrari loses the championship, especially by a small margin, questions will be asked.