Winter Testing 2013 - Barcelona
Posted by danm
Hey guys - I know it is an absolute long shot away, but there is a very strong chance I might well be going to the final testing session in Barcelona 2013 from Thursday to Sunday.
The girl I am dating (shes amazing on her own besides this incredibly surprising bonus haha!) has parental contacts that do a bit of work directly with Button, and for a small cost (apparently around £400 all incl. flights, transfers, accom, passes, hospitality which is massively lower than it should cost) I could be joining the 'official friends' and watching four days of testing in a hospitality suite above McLaren/Ferrari garages with a VIP paddock pass.
Holy moses! :O
I'm just a little bit excited and have no idea what to expect really. Has anyone else ever had such an opportunity? My mouth is watering at this, its literally like a dream come true!
And there is an extremely likely chance I'll be meeting Jenson too, as her step dad is friends with him.
That, and whoever else I see as I walk through the rear paddock. Wowsers! :D
Jenson drives it like he owns it; Lewis drives it like he stole it
The girl I am dating (shes amazing on her own besides this incredibly surprising bonus haha!) has parental contacts that do a bit of work directly with Button, and for a small cost (apparently around £400 all incl. flights, transfers, accom, passes, hospitality which is massively lower than it should cost) I could be joining the 'official friends' and watching four days of testing in a hospitality suite above McLaren/Ferrari garages with a VIP paddock pass.
Holy moses! :O
I'm just a little bit excited and have no idea what to expect really. Has anyone else ever had such an opportunity? My mouth is watering at this, its literally like a dream come true!
And there is an extremely likely chance I'll be meeting Jenson too, as her step dad is friends with him.
That, and whoever else I see as I walk through the rear paddock. Wowsers! :D
Dan, have you posted this just to rub it all in our faces haha.
Sounds like an amazing opportunity mate.
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Sounds like an amazing opportunity mate.
Races: 163 - Wins: 23 - Pole Positions: 24 - Fastest Laps: 22
Season 9: Constructors' Champions
I can't say I've properly met him, but we've exchanged "hi" in the pit-lane back in the days I used to cover testing as a photographer. I've had brief conversations with other F1 drivers, usually slightly lower profile and hence more approachable, not that Button isn't approachable.
Im sure you know how jealous I am of this opportunity Dan :p.
"Trulli was slowing down like he wanted to have a picnic" LOL
"Trulli was slowing down like he wanted to have a picnic" LOL
What dates do you have for 2013 testing? I was thinking of trying to go to a couple of days somewhere as well but I haven't seen any dates published yet?
Sounds amazing though!
EDIT: Found the dates now. I will aim to go to Barcelona for final test.
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Sounds amazing though!
EDIT: Found the dates now. I will aim to go to Barcelona for final test.
X (@ed24f1)
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 11/11/2012 07:16AM by SchueyFan.
Dates are Feb 28th - 3rd.
Will find out for sure tomorrow I think if it is on or not. Jenson is calling her step dad later tonight to see whats happening to see what else 'can be thrown in'. As you do!
Still lost for words!
Jenson drives it like he owns it; Lewis drives it like he stole it
Will find out for sure tomorrow I think if it is on or not. Jenson is calling her step dad later tonight to see whats happening to see what else 'can be thrown in'. As you do!
Still lost for words!
Wow great opportunity!!
I went last year for the final test, thinking of going for this 2013 one like you aswell!
Last time it cost me 1k all in with VIP Force India for one day and normal circuit viewing for the rest!
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I went last year for the final test, thinking of going for this 2013 one like you aswell!
Last time it cost me 1k all in with VIP Force India for one day and normal circuit viewing for the rest!
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Lucky bastard! Marry her! 
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Holy moly, well it was about £300 but has now become a gift of appreciation because I helped move some washing machines/fridges/cookers and plumbed them in their new house.
I am so, so lucky.
Flying on a private jet too, staying at a 5* hotel, lunch hospitality with a team (most likely McLaren) and POSSIBLY now also tickets for the post-testing party ball with a large number of the drivers/team back at the hotel.
:O
Gangnam style dance photo with Kimi? Whats my challenge LOL
Jenson drives it like he owns it; Lewis drives it like he stole it
I am so, so lucky.
Flying on a private jet too, staying at a 5* hotel, lunch hospitality with a team (most likely McLaren) and POSSIBLY now also tickets for the post-testing party ball with a large number of the drivers/team back at the hotel.
:O
Gangnam style dance photo with Kimi? Whats my challenge LOL
LMFAO! Would be awesome to have amusing posture photos to frame my wall, more than the usual stand and grin.
Jenson drives it like he owns it; Lewis drives it like he stole it
Wow, sounds amazing. Lucky sod...
Have fun when the time comes (I'm sure you will!).
Have fun when the time comes (I'm sure you will!).
Danny, whatever you do make sure to please the lady very damn well, if you know what I'm saying 
Edit: Let me give you a more obvious hint
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 01/19/2013 01:47AM by Guimengo.
Edit: Let me give you a more obvious hint
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 01/19/2013 01:47AM by Guimengo.
Sounds amazing! Very lucky guy!! (and great woman you have!!)
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