Crackers deface Ferrari

Zardon · May 14, 2002, 04:56 PM

Defacers turned motor sport fans yesterday in a protest against the controversial decision to gift Michael Schumacher victory at the Austrian Grand Prix.

Ferrari-group.com was defaced by a group called S4t4n1c_Souls after the race with a profane message criticising Ferrari's management for ordering Rubens Barichello, who dominated the race, the make way for Schumacher on the last corner, handing him an undeserved victory.

"BARRICHELO ROX FERRARI SUX," the message reads, in part. Defacement archive Alldas.org records eight attacks against Ferrari in recent months.

Drivers have been handed victory before but the end of the race at the A1 ring was widely has sparked particular criticism because it was seen as a particularly cynical ploy, that went against any notion of sportsmanship in F1.

The Ferrari team have been summoned to appear before the sport's governing body, the FIA (International Automobile Federation), on 26 June. Schumacher may be docked points for Ferrari's tactics during the race, the BBC reports.

By John Leyden

applicator · May 15, 2002, 12:27 AM

I think what Ferrari did was disgraceful to Rubens. He deserved the win, not have to bow out on the last lap, just because Schumacher is the points leader.

I do like what Michael did when he put Rubens on the top of the podium during the national anthem. That was classy at least.

I hope Ferrari gets pee-pee wacked for this.

Jeff · May 15, 2002, 12:49 AM

Its not the first time, and I don't think it matters, Barrichello let him pass, thats the only point, it doesn't matter what Ferrari told him. They just signed him for 2 years, I think that shows some faith in him. Asking him to let the team have more of a chance of winning is fine by me. Made the race feel bad at the end, but its OK, definitly doesn't deserve a hearing over.

And I definitly don't think M Schumi should be docked points, and even if he is, and they only give him the 6 he deserves. They'd better still add 4 points to Barrichello.

Mr V · May 15, 2002, 04:23 PM

As a Ferrari fan , I thought it was pretty shockin`.

Its not as if its a critical part of the season yet anyway.

I dont know how old Rubens is, but hell have plenty of success, wether thats with Ferrari or not, and as you said, the drivers didnt agree with it, but u gotta do what the bosses say!

It was a strange decision, but there are certainly other teams, that were in contention two years ago ,say, that have done the SAME thing.

Presumably the fans were just as cheated then?

And, if so what was done about it?

May 14, 2002, 04:56 PM	#1
Zardon DriverHeaven Founder Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 32,480 Rep Power: 179	Crackers deface Ferrari Defacers turned motor sport fans yesterday in a protest against the controversial decision to gift Michael Schumacher victory at the Austrian Grand Prix. Ferrari-group.com was defaced by a group called S4t4n1c_Souls after the race with a profane message criticising Ferrari's management for ordering Rubens Barichello, who dominated the race, the make way for Schumacher on the last corner, handing him an undeserved victory. "BARRICHELO ROX FERRARI SUX," the message reads, in part. Defacement archive Alldas.org records eight attacks against Ferrari in recent months. Drivers have been handed victory before but the end of the race at the A1 ring was widely has sparked particular criticism because it was seen as a particularly cynical ploy, that went against any notion of sportsmanship in F1. The Ferrari team have been summoned to appear before the sport's governing body, the FIA (International Automobile Federation), on 26 June. Schumacher may be docked points for Ferrari's tactics during the race, the BBC reports. By John Leyden

May 15, 2002, 12:49 AM	#3
Jeff Yarr... I be blind! Join Date: May 2002 Location: Calgary, Canada Posts: 3,191 Rep Power: 80	Its not the first time, and I don't think it matters, Barrichello let him pass, thats the only point, it doesn't matter what Ferrari told him. They just signed him for 2 years, I think that shows some faith in him. Asking him to let the team have more of a chance of winning is fine by me. Made the race feel bad at the end, but its OK, definitly doesn't deserve a hearing over. And I definitly don't think M Schumi should be docked points, and even if he is, and they only give him the 6 he deserves. They'd better still add 4 points to Barrichello. __________________

May 15, 2002, 04:23 PM	#4
Mr V DriverHeaven Junior Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Wherever , whenever....... Posts: 30 Rep Power: 0	As a Ferrari fan , I thought it was pretty shockin`. Its not as if its a critical part of the season yet anyway. I dont know how old Rubens is, but hell have plenty of success, wether thats with Ferrari or not, and as you said, the drivers didnt agree with it, but u gotta do what the bosses say! It was a strange decision, but there are certainly other teams, that were in contention two years ago ,say, that have done the SAME thing. Presumably the fans were just as cheated then? And, if so what was done about it? __________________ On the planet of the Baritone women..they sing LOOOOWW.... bout stuff they knoWWWWW....they sing OOOOOHHH.. and laugh at you.....A-ha-ha-hahaaaaaaaaaaaaa-a!

May 15, 2002, 12:27 AM	#2
applicator DriverHeaven Junior Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: calgary Posts: 42 Rep Power: 0	I think what Ferrari did was disgraceful to Rubens. He deserved the win, not have to bow out on the last lap, just because Schumacher is the points leader. I do like what Michael did when he put Rubens on the top of the podium during the national anthem. That was classy at least. I hope Ferrari gets pee-pee wacked for this.