"Some sources said that British and American companies intend to buy back the Honda team... The predecessor of the current Honda team is the British and American team, because the EU smoking ban not only prohibits all forms of tobacco-related print advertising, TV and radio advertising, but also prohibits tobacco companies from sponsoring sports events. British American Tobacco withdrew from the sport in 2005… ”
"Honda has been trying to find a new buyer after withdrawing from F1. According to the British "Sun" report, Carlos Slim, the world's second richest man with an asset of US$60 billion, is preparing to buy the Honda team... Slim, 68, is The South American telecommunications giant went to the UK last week to inspect the former Honda Racing Team headquarters and factory... "
"British Virgin Group boss Richard Branson will go to Japan next week to negotiate with Honda on the acquisition of the F1 team. Branson's acquisition plan has been confirmed by F1 president Bernie Ecclestone .Bernie said he would welcome Branson into F1 with "open arms"... "
"It is reported that there are Middle Eastern investors interested in acquiring the Honda team..."
On the Internet, various news about the acquisition of the Honda team are pouring out.
Zhang Guan was leaning on the sofa, quietly flipping through a racing magazine. In front of him, there was a pile of racing magazines like a hill. These were all racing magazines published in recent years, and Zhang Guan For the "homework" in the next few days, he must fully understand the industry dynamics of Formula One in recent years as soon as possible.
"You don't seem to be in a hurry at all!" Zhuge Wenbo pointed to a latest sports newspaper and said: "There are so many companies that want to acquire the Honda team. It seems that we have many competitors! Can you Be careful not to be overtaken by other companies, and don’t forget that you are still carrying a $500 million bet!”
"It's all just a cover!" Zhang Guan put down the magazine in his hand and continued: "Ross Brown has already told me that Honda deliberately created this type of news in order to sell the team, in order to attract real acquirers. These acquisition news are all fake news released by Honda. For example, the Mexican telecommunications giant Carlos Slim originally went to the UK to inspect other projects. After the company's public relations every day, he agreed to stop by Honda. The team’s headquarters.”
"So Bernie is also a cover? Bernie is the president of F1, and he has personally confirmed that Virgin Group will acquire the Honda team." Zhuge Wenbo asked.
"Bernie is really a cover-up! This financial crisis has affected many teams. If Honda withdraws again, there will be only 9 teams left next season, and they can't even make up 20 parking spaces. So Bernie too We hope that investors will buy the Honda team as soon as possible, so we also cooperate with the Honda team to sing a double act. So with Ross Brown here, we don’t have to worry. I believe that Ross Brown is not willing to continue to be a wage earner, even if someone else wants to sell it. He will also destroy the Honda Racing Team. No one in the world would have thought that Ross Brown, the CEO of the Honda Racing Team, wants to be the team owner! What's more, the price of the Honda Racing Team is not cheap at all." Zhang Guan continued.
"Huh?" Zhuge Wenbo made a questioning voice.
Zhang Guanze slowly explained: "The price offered by Honda for the Honda team is US$1, but in terms of price, it is no different from giving it away for free. But if you buy the Honda team at this price, you have to bear the cost of the Honda team." The debt of 170 million US dollars means that the buyer actually has to spend 170 million US dollars to buy the Honda team. With the current economic situation and the Honda team's level last season, they are not worth that much."
"Then how much are you going to spend?" Zhuge Wenbo asked.
"I have discussed with Ross Brawn that we will not bear the debt of the Honda team. The money they owe will be paid by Honda itself. We only need the team. I estimate that the final cost will definitely be less than 100 million US dollars, and My personal investment must exceed 50 million US dollars." Zhang Guan answered.
"Well, this price is completely acceptable." Zhuge Wenbo nodded.
With Zhang Guan's current net worth, he can earn US$50 million from two or three advertising endorsements, so Zhuge Wenbo did not raise any objection to this price.
"Don't forget that this is just the price of purchasing the team. Formula One is a bottomless pit. I estimate that at least another 50 million US dollars will be prepared for future team operations and car research and development." Zhang Guan looked at Zhuge with a smile on his face. Wenbo then said: "So Brother Wenbo, I will leave the team sponsor matter to you. When we actually buy the Honda team later, you will be busy!"
"Okay, I will help you contact those big sponsors then." Zhuge Wenbo stood up and said at the same time: "Okay, I won't affect your homework, let's go first."
Zhang Guan was the only one left in the room again. He looked at the pile of car magazines like a mountain, but he couldn't help but think of another thing in his mind.
"Among the experience books of Schumacher and Senna, which one should I choose?"
When people think of Formula One racing, two names come to mind involuntarily, Michael Schumacher and Ayrton Senna.
Schumacher or Senna, who is the strongest driver? This is a question that all car fans have been debating. Some people think that Senna is stronger, while others think that Schumacher is stronger. This question, even if there are countless professionals or non-professionals People have analyzed it from various angles, but there is still no so-called correct answer.
Schumacher and Senna are both the greatest drivers in the world and legends in Formula One. Zhang Guan also has two people’s experience books in his system. Which one to choose is also where Zhang Guan feels hesitant. .
In terms of driving skills, we cannot say that Schumacher is better than Senna, or that Senna is better than Schumacher. This judgment is unfair to both people. After all, every driver has a different driving style, whether it is Schumacher or Senna. Mach or Senna, they both choose the driving style they are best at.
In terms of record, Schumacher is definitely better than Senna. Schumacher has won 7 world championships, while Senna has won 3 world championships. However, this cannot be used as a standard to compare the strength of the two, because motor sports It has been developing. Different eras, different cars, different opponents, and different rules will all lead to changes in the final results.
The rules of Formula One racing are constantly changing every year, such as car model regulations, tire regulations, engine regulations, etc. Any slight change in the rules will affect the driver's performance. The 1990 Formula One racing and the 2000 Formula One racing Formula One racing in 2006 was two completely different things. Even if it is two consecutive years, the car will undergo great changes. A driver's driving style and driving method may adapt to this year's car, but next year, his driving style and driving method will be completely unable to adapt to the new rules.
"Adapt to the new rules!" These words came to Zhang Guan's mind, and it was these words that made Zhang Guan make up his mind.
"After all, Senna was a driver in the 1990s. His driving style of that era may not be suitable for the competition of this era. On the contrary, Schumacher has always been at the forefront of motor sports. Among the world champions after Schumacher, whether they are Both Hamilton and Vettel have learned part of Schumacher's driving style, which also shows that at least for now, Schumacher's driving can still adapt to the times. As for Senna, if he were allowed to come to this era, maybe he would perform better He is strong, but he may not be able to adapt to the current competition.”
Zhang Guan shook his head. He thought of the $500 million bet between himself and Omi. This was equivalent to his entire net worth plus his income in the next few years, so he could not lose. He had to choose the safest one. method. Compared with Schumacher and Senna, the former's experience book is definitely the safest choice for Zhang Guan.
"It's better to choose Schumacher's experience book! Uncle Schumi, don't let me down!"
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