[NeilP]

I boldly and rather stupidly posted my predictions for the 2019 line up on 12th July.  Scrap that it about as close to reality as the Star Wars movies!

Daniel Ricciardo and his move to Renault has shocked the F1 world, nobody and I mean nobody saw this coming.  The move has many implications. First I wonder if at some stage this season now Red Bull will drop him from team and maybe bring in Gasly who many think will be his replacement. It would be harsh and in my eyes classless but this is Red Bull we are talking about. The most ruthless team in F1.

What does that mean for Carlos Sainz?  Clearly he has no drive for 2019 now and although Red Bull hold his contract I do not think there is anyway he will be driving for the number one team. Toro Rosso sure could use his experience but I doubt he would accept that demotion. This probably leaves McLaren who most say is the obvious move but what about a move to Hass?

Clearly Ocon will not be moving to Renault now so what does that mean for Force India?  Does that affect the alleged Stroll family and their proposed buyout of the team?

If Sainz does move to McLaren who will he replace?  The thought is Vandoorne but are we sure Alonso is going to be there next season? Lots of people are saying with the personnel moves they are making that Alonso will probably remain for another season. So does that mean goodbye Stoffel?

Vandoorne to Sauber is another major rumour to replace one of their drivers. Talk from there is Leclerc may go to Ferrari but the rumour mill is churning out more Kimi for another year rumour. Talk of even moving Leclerc to Hass.  Ericcson to survive another year OMG please no.

Williams Stroll to Force India has been a long standing thought but will it now happen?  Russell to Williams is also thought to be a possibility for next year so where would that leave Sirotkin?

Toro Rosso could have two seats available but if Gasly does go to Red Bull does that mean Hartley will stay as an experienced driver?  Surely two young rookie talents in the team at the same time is not a smart move moreso when still trying to develop the Honda engine.

So what now I ask you knowledgeable bunch of F1 fans?

Come on I want to see your bold predictions, dont be shy now I will not hold it against you in the future