It was all change for Caterham at the beginning of the season with new branding and an all-new driver line-up: test driver Robin Frijns joined rookie Marcus Ericsson and new signing Kamui Kobayashi.
But the changes didn’t stop there. Last month Tony Fernandes, frustrated at having gone four-and-a-half years without scoring a point, sold his team to new owners.
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andae23 (@andae23)
9th August 2014, 11:49
“Take a good look, people. After this year, you will never see these faces in Formula 1 again.”
Roland
10th August 2014, 0:19
Winner!!!
andae23 (@andae23)
9th August 2014, 11:51
“These are the men that have volunteered to sail the Titanic.”
Trayambak Chakravarty (@major-dev)
9th August 2014, 12:45
Hah! +1
Brian Frank (@brianfrank302)
9th August 2014, 17:22
nice one
AMR (@aiera-music)
9th August 2014, 11:57
“To answer your question about the car’s front appearance, something like the one on the guy at the far end.”
Callum Hosty (@hosty96xd)
9th August 2014, 11:58
“And I have some bad news. One of us, will be evicted mid season”
JackySteeg (@jackysteeg)
9th August 2014, 12:00
“…but only one can be America’s next top model…”
Crackers (@crackers)
9th August 2014, 12:00
“And on my left you will see all the people still employed at Caterham”
Tom (@11mcgratht)
9th August 2014, 15:13
Winner! surely
Brownerboy (@brownerboy)
9th August 2014, 12:00
“So tell me gentlemen, How much did you all pay to be here?”
runforitscooby (@runforitscooby)
9th August 2014, 12:05
“So which one of you will end up in the WEC first?”
joew
9th August 2014, 12:05
“Twenty pounds, twenty pounds the current bid. Do I hear twenty one, twenty one, sir? Madam? SOLD for twenty pounds to the man at the back.”
TribalTalker (@tribaltalker)
10th August 2014, 9:54
I laughed out loud at this one – excellent.
Osvaldas31 (@osvaldas31)
9th August 2014, 12:08
Tony: “Now, show me your pockets.”
Gareth J (@gjessopp)
9th August 2014, 12:09
3 of you arrived. You’ll probably all leave.
Robbie (@robbie)
9th August 2014, 12:26
“As introductions at Caterham commence, note their proximity to the door.”
runforitscooby (@runforitscooby)
9th August 2014, 12:28
“So guys welcome to Caterham F1, the best feeder program straight into the British Touring Car Championship”
Pete (@repete86)
9th August 2014, 17:54
+1
Magnificent Geoffrey (@magnificent-geoffrey)
9th August 2014, 12:45
In a last-ditch attempt to save money, Fernandes announced that all team members would now be required to wear much smaller trousers…
Big Al
9th August 2014, 12:48
I’d like to introduce you to our three new accountants Dewey, Cheatem, and How.
Nick (@nick-uk)
9th August 2014, 12:58
TF: “And the bidding starts at £5000 for each driver…. £4000…. £2500…. anyone?….£2.50…. “
Robbie (@robbie)
9th August 2014, 13:11
Q: Are you guys concerned at all about this pointless team being sold?
A: No…we’re calling ourselves ‘The Catermen’ and if it doesn’t work out we’re also available for karaoke nights. Now we’ll be right back with your appetizers.
juan fanger (@juan-fanger)
9th August 2014, 23:39
If you can’t beat ’em, Cater ’em.
LATG (@lotus-grosjean)
9th August 2014, 13:15
As there are speculations that the Caterham F1 car is slower than a catering car, I hereby remind you: Think before you drive!
Ivan (@wpinrui)
9th August 2014, 13:25
“My dear shareholders, Marc my words: If we can’t Kob with the losses we’ll turn to Robin!”
NinjaWookiee (@ninjawookiee)
9th August 2014, 13:29
“Up next we have this handsome young Swede who almost scored a point in Monaco! Let me hear your first bid please, ladies and gentlemen. The first bid, please… anyone? No?”
RRRacer007 (@rrracer007)
9th August 2014, 13:39
TF: “The door is located behind us. We’ll all being using it sooner than you think.”
StephenH
9th August 2014, 13:53
Fernandes: “We don’t know how this team would run without you guys … but as of Hungary, we’re going to try and find out”.
hzh (@hzh00)
9th August 2014, 13:55
Kobayashi appears to be dancing:
“Come on everyone, follow my lead… OOPA GANGNAM STYLE”
Alfie (@alfie)
9th August 2014, 14:01
“And this is what the podium won’t look like with three car teams.”
graham228221 (@graham228221)
9th August 2014, 14:21
The usual suspects are still standing as Caterham’s annual musical chairs contest enters its final round.
cjpdk (@cjpdk)
9th August 2014, 14:24
“Kraftwerk announce new line-up.”
Sensord4notbeingafanboi (@peartree)
9th August 2014, 14:27
“Caterham’s catering team”
OmarR-Pepper (@)
9th August 2014, 14:40
They are One Direction… and the direction is the exit.
Rick Lopez (@viscountviktor)
9th August 2014, 14:43
Who do you think will escape first?
sozavele (@formula-1)
9th August 2014, 14:57
We have three drivers here…who will be here at the end of the season and who will be out those doors first…let’s find who is the weakest link!
sozavele (@formula-1)
9th August 2014, 14:58
Feel I need to make a change – see new comment :)
sozavele (@formula-1)
9th August 2014, 14:59
We have three drivers here…who will be here at the end of the season and who will run out of money first…let’s find out who is the weakest link!
JackySteeg (@jackysteeg)
9th August 2014, 15:19
Tony’s rendition of “My Way” draws a mixed response from the Caterham drivers.
Kibblesworth (@kibblesworth)
9th August 2014, 15:23
After much time, money and effort, Tony decides the time is right to announce his 2014 AirAsia cabin crew team
Sean Doyle (@spdoyle17)
9th August 2014, 15:32
Robin may have been confused as to what Tony meant by, “Pick up the refreshments at the coffee shop.” Kamui and Marcus, though, never went through an easier press conference in their careers.
Chris (@tophercheese21)
9th August 2014, 15:36
“King Joffrey signs with a Formula One team.”
Nick (@npf1)
9th August 2014, 15:51
Tony: ‘Bets on who leaves this team first?’
Little_M_Lo (@pezlo2013)
9th August 2014, 16:01
Tony: Now Kamui, how many points will we score this year?
Little_M_Lo (@pezlo2013)
9th August 2014, 16:04
-Continued-
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Mathers (@mathers)
9th August 2014, 16:02
The F1 Rocks concert in Singapore will feature a new band on the scene…
David Not Coulthard (@davidnotcoulthard)
9th August 2014, 18:02
@mathers A powerless trio!
Mathers (@mathers)
9th August 2014, 18:07
Yes! That’s brilliant!
Retired (@jeff1s)
9th August 2014, 16:28
Fernandes introducing the first half of season’s line up.
Jack (@jackisthestig)
9th August 2014, 17:08
“Underperform lads and you won’t get paid!”
Brian Frank (@brianfrank302)
9th August 2014, 17:34
Three Musketeers of Caterham are for sale…..Anyone?
Nimba (@nimba)
9th August 2014, 17:55
Tony : Gentlemen, please smile your hearts out because one day we will feature in a caption competition.
David Not Coulthard (@davidnotcoulthard)
9th August 2014, 17:59
OK, Robin, how are your and Christijan’s last names’ pronunciation again? I think there’s this @andae23 person claiming Crofty’s to be wrong……..
andae23 (@andae23)
9th August 2014, 18:37
@davidnotcoulthard Winner! :D
David Not Coulthard (@davidnotcoulthard)
9th August 2014, 18:01
OK, so Al-bears, this is Robin Frins, and he’s going to do some testing at Zandvoert as soon as I leave.
Ian (@f1ian)
9th August 2014, 18:06
Reading the faces from left to right: L – “I really don’t know what I’m doing here” Middle – “Yep, all eyes on me” Right – “I know, I can’t believe I’m here either.”
Chris Lawson
9th August 2014, 18:18
Graham Norton: “Representing ‘England’ in the Eurovision Song Contest is Tony Fernandes supported by 3 dancers dressed in green”
HK (@me4me)
9th August 2014, 18:37
With one of his pockets already empty, Fernandes hold a firm hand on the other
Lucien_Todutz (@lucien_todutz)
9th August 2014, 20:23
TF: “-Three drivers and only two seats, so gentlemen, bring out your check book !” :))
Manox (@marussi)
9th August 2014, 20:31
This is a serious team with the best drivers
MahavirShah (@mahavirshah)
9th August 2014, 20:47
Tony decides to use the Blind Date game in a last ditch attempt to find his drivers a new team!
David Not Coulthard (@davidnotcoulthard)
9th August 2014, 20:55
(This will only work in Southeast Asia, but anyway…)Having taken suggestions from Kathleen and Mark, I’ll fire………wait, why is Tony written on the script?
acedown
9th August 2014, 20:59
Bernie over the loud speaker, “You’re not going to make in the fashion industry either!”.
Wesley (@)
9th August 2014, 23:06
“Come on Kamui,don’t be shy…move your hands and show them the inspiration for our Caterham 2014 nose.”
Verstappen
9th August 2014, 23:09
Christijan Albers wearing a Colin Kolles suit wearing a Tony Fernandes suit
MattyPF1 (@mattypf1)
9th August 2014, 23:33
“And to my left this gentlemen right next to me is only the test and reserve driver who didn’t flash enough cash for a full time drive and next to him are the two drivers who did flash the cash. Now gentlemen, I know Bianchi is a quick driver and all but there’s no reason why Caterham can’t beat Marussia in the WCC. I mean, it’s not like they’re going to be scoring points anytime soon, right?”
greg-c (@greg-c)
10th August 2014, 0:11
For a cash strapped team Tony sure is eating ok !
greg-c (@greg-c)
10th August 2014, 0:13
Caterham will be shifting its core business to Catering,
schooner (@schooner)
10th August 2014, 0:38
Tony Fernandes and his models at the unveiling of his new “Blue Flag” line of men’s casual clothing.
SauberS1 (@saubers1)
10th August 2014, 2:46
Guess, who’s gonna drive our winner car out of these guys?
catered ham
10th August 2014, 6:22
TF: ‘Bachelor number 3 – where is the strangest place you’ve crashed your Caterham?’
ME: ‘i’d have to say that would be into the pit, Tony…’
MB (@muralibhats)
10th August 2014, 7:16
3 and Half Men
McF1 (@mccosmic)
10th August 2014, 8:25
Caterham Karaoke. It ain’t over til the fat leader sings! Oooops.
SennaNmbr1 (@)
10th August 2014, 9:14
“Kamui! How dare you fart during my speech!!”
Little_M_Lo (@pezlo2013)
10th August 2014, 14:26
I just had to be on the phone with my girlfriend when I read this post, hahaha.
Lou (@l-ciamp)
13th August 2014, 3:31
I keep reading this comment and scrolling up to the pic. It’s making me laugh every time. Good Stuff.
Jack (@jackisthestig)
10th August 2014, 11:24
Whose line is it anyway? It’s always Kamui’s.
Atomic Wolf (@atomicwolf)
10th August 2014, 11:51
…and here are the 3 stooges …. err, I mean drivers, that will be with us for the near future….
Steven Lissemore (@bugman293371)
10th August 2014, 14:44
Tony is giving his leaving speech “Its lovely that so many of you have turned up to say goodbye”
Paul Rodríguez
10th August 2014, 16:46
Yes Tony, that was the best PA we could rent with our sponsor money
Max Jacobson (@vettel1)
10th August 2014, 17:52
Gentleman, there’s the door all of you will be exiting from after the season finishes.
James (@jamesjames123abc)
10th August 2014, 18:54
Caterham reveal their GP2 line up for 2015
Kimo Kama
10th August 2014, 19:51
Tony: Bernie says: Think before you Caterham.
spoutnik (@spoutnik)
11th August 2014, 12:38
:)
Pink Peril
11th August 2014, 0:19
On this season’s “The Bachelor”, the contestants will be handing out blue flags instead of roses.
Todfod (@todfod)
11th August 2014, 6:40
Tony – “And on the far right, we have Kamui, a former podium winner. Bidding will start at $1000…”
alexf1man (@alexf1man)
11th August 2014, 11:12
Tony “Hands up if you plan to stay until Christmas”
alexf1man (@alexf1man)
11th August 2014, 11:13
Tony “I’d like to introduce you to the three drivers who’ll pay you this year”
alexf1man (@alexf1man)
11th August 2014, 11:15
Tony “Those in favour of double points for us only” Robin “It doesn’t matter, we’ll never be IN the points”
Oli
11th August 2014, 16:29
Who, what and why.
Lou (@l-ciamp)
13th August 2014, 3:33
You win!
Marijn Willems (@leemrc)
11th August 2014, 16:36
Tony: “So… which one of you already has a good savings-plan and health insurance? We need to lay-off some people”
Marijn Willems (@leemrc)
11th August 2014, 16:38
Tony Fernandes: “Dear team-owners, welcome at the first-ever Caterham drivers auction! Up for auction we have 3 very nice drivers in decent shape with very little mileage. They do come with a superlicense. Place your bids!”
Boxcar Racer (@mojopixel)
11th August 2014, 22:15
“mmmwwwaaaaaahaaaaahaaaaaa; you have no idea what’s coming…”
f1qa
12th August 2014, 0:53
Introducing, the driver line-up with the skinniest jeans in F1….
drmrs
12th August 2014, 15:58
If you lose in the racing game, then you still qualify as a Ninja. drmrs 8/12/2014 Rockville, MD
Liam
13th August 2014, 14:46
Auditions for Caterham’s got Talent don’t go as well as planned
Bryan morris
14th August 2014, 14:42
Henry Ford once said you can have any colour so long as it is black. Do you agree with his comment?