Team Renault does it again...!

Zeke's bar and grill was packed to the ceiling with Formula one fans from around the bay area. I got their a few hours early to take a lay of the land so to speak as I had not set foot in the rather unique sports bar before.

I was lucky enough to find a seat at the bar right next to the owner and his court of friends and colleagues. I was able to eaves drop on all of the build up to the race as they discussed everything from describing the unique formula 1 crowd to taking his mother to Beijing for a holiday.

Once 8pm rolled around, all 17 screens were switched to the race in Melbourne. From the beginning the crowd was lively and animated as the cheers rang out for even the slightest bump of tires as the cars made their way around the course.

The organizer of the event even had the skills to alert the media in Melbourne, AU letting them know that we were gathered in such a unique way. Half way through the event, the announcers recognized our little event and shared with the racing world that the San Francisco Formula One group was watching with enthusiasm and passion. The crowd really went wild after that!

After several Budweiser beers in the bottle I donned my jacket and escaped out the door with just a lap to go. It was clear that Alonso of team Renault had the race in the bag.

A great crowd and a great time.