Kirkpatrick still confident for this Saturday - but should he really be?
Thur 12 Apr, 10:59 AM
Following another engine failure, just occurred on Sunday, April 8th in preparation for this Saturday’s race, the 2003 Tri-C Senior Sportsman World Champion remains optimistic and confident of a strong show on Saturday.
“Of course I was not pleased to see that and I was obviously concerned for the upcoming race, but Pherrari always has a contingent plan and we are actually ready to go. We were not scheduled to, but made an exception for a last minute special test session that took place yesterday and my new engine is just fine. I have not lost any power, the kart is very strong and I am very confident for Round 3.”
Despite Kirkpatrick’s confident, experts are not totally convinced yet that Pherrari has what it takes to win the race on Saturday. Unconfirmed reports suggest that Pherrari will have to be conservative on Saturday and focus on getting crucial points, rather than a win. It is expected that Pherrari will be forced to put a rev limit on Kirkpatrick’s engine.
Thursday, April 12, 2007
DENNIS UEBERSETZIG UNFIT TO RACE ROUND 3
DENNIS UEBERSETZIG UNFIT TO RACE ROUND 3
Thur 12 Apr, 10:39 AM
Tri-C Medical Officials have declared Dennis Uebersetzig unfit to race this Saturday for Round 3 of Tri-C TAG MASTERS World Championship.
“Dennis did not pass the medical exams this morning. We can assure you that he has not taken any illegal substances, it is not the issue here” said Dr. Witkins. “Given the stress of a grand prix weekend, given the physical demands of piloting a TAG and the mental stress a pilot experience during a race in this world championship, it is our opinion that Dennis is not physically prepared to handle it at this time and it is our advice to race officials to not allow him to race. It is a risk, a risk to Dennis’ life that we simply can not take.”
The German is thought to be highly disappointed with this news and appears to accept this medical decision as he left Moran Raceway this morning back to his hotel.
“It has been a very difficult week for me with a number of promotional engagements and I haven’t really been able to take care of myself. I have worked very hard for the past couple of weeks, focusing on improving my kart and I guess I may have worked a bit too much on that and I am paying the price today. It is disappointing but I have to respect Dr. Witkins’ opinion.”
This is a major blow to Toyda as it tries to retain its second position in the Constructor’s Championship.
Thur 12 Apr, 10:39 AM
Tri-C Medical Officials have declared Dennis Uebersetzig unfit to race this Saturday for Round 3 of Tri-C TAG MASTERS World Championship.
“Dennis did not pass the medical exams this morning. We can assure you that he has not taken any illegal substances, it is not the issue here” said Dr. Witkins. “Given the stress of a grand prix weekend, given the physical demands of piloting a TAG and the mental stress a pilot experience during a race in this world championship, it is our opinion that Dennis is not physically prepared to handle it at this time and it is our advice to race officials to not allow him to race. It is a risk, a risk to Dennis’ life that we simply can not take.”
The German is thought to be highly disappointed with this news and appears to accept this medical decision as he left Moran Raceway this morning back to his hotel.
“It has been a very difficult week for me with a number of promotional engagements and I haven’t really been able to take care of myself. I have worked very hard for the past couple of weeks, focusing on improving my kart and I guess I may have worked a bit too much on that and I am paying the price today. It is disappointing but I have to respect Dr. Witkins’ opinion.”
This is a major blow to Toyda as it tries to retain its second position in the Constructor’s Championship.
Major setback for Pherrari and Kirkpatrick
Major setback for Pherrari and Kirkpatrick
Thur 12 Apr, 9:12 AM
According to Italian Associated Press, Jack Kirkpatrick blew up his race engine during his final test at Moran Raceway on Sunday, April 8th, in preparation for Round 3 of the world championship.
Pherrari is thought to have solved the engine problem that caused the failure during March’s race, and the team was very optimistic about the up coming Grand Prix. This is a major setback for the Irish driver and the Italian squad as they attempt to regain momentum in the championship to mount a challenge for the constructor’s and driver’s world title.
It is not yet know the caused of the engine failure, but some are suggesting driver’s error.
Thur 12 Apr, 9:12 AM
According to Italian Associated Press, Jack Kirkpatrick blew up his race engine during his final test at Moran Raceway on Sunday, April 8th, in preparation for Round 3 of the world championship.
Pherrari is thought to have solved the engine problem that caused the failure during March’s race, and the team was very optimistic about the up coming Grand Prix. This is a major setback for the Irish driver and the Italian squad as they attempt to regain momentum in the championship to mount a challenge for the constructor’s and driver’s world title.
It is not yet know the caused of the engine failure, but some are suggesting driver’s error.
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Renawlt Confirms Ty Matta
Renawlt Confirms Ty Matta
Wed 11 Apr, 3:52 PM
French squad, Renawlt, confirmed to international racing media that the Filipino-Mexican-American, Ty Matta will be piloting for the team this Saturday for the third round of Tri-C TAG MASTRS World Championship. Team boss, Fabio Briatore is ecstatic: “For a moment things were not looking very good for us because we could not confirm Matta, but now that his Tri-C Super License has been approved and most importantly, issued, I think the race on Saturday will be fantastic. The expectations are very high within the team.”
Confirmation that Matta will race Saturday is certainly great news for the sport and race fans around the world as Matta had an electrifying debut last month.
“I am really looking forward to this race” said Matta. “I think Renawlt has given me a perfect package. The combination of the Top Kart and Leopard is what I need to be competitive. I broke two records last month and I intend to break them again this Saturday. I think the track will be even faster this time. But, I think, most importantly, I want to come out with a win.”
Speed Canal will broadcast the race live, directly from Moran Raceway this Saturday. Race fans can also tune to XM-CH-2007 to as AEIOU International Racing Radio Network has also confirmed attendance at Round 3 of Tri-C TAG MASTERS World Championship.
Wed 11 Apr, 3:52 PM
French squad, Renawlt, confirmed to international racing media that the Filipino-Mexican-American, Ty Matta will be piloting for the team this Saturday for the third round of Tri-C TAG MASTRS World Championship. Team boss, Fabio Briatore is ecstatic: “For a moment things were not looking very good for us because we could not confirm Matta, but now that his Tri-C Super License has been approved and most importantly, issued, I think the race on Saturday will be fantastic. The expectations are very high within the team.”
Confirmation that Matta will race Saturday is certainly great news for the sport and race fans around the world as Matta had an electrifying debut last month.
“I am really looking forward to this race” said Matta. “I think Renawlt has given me a perfect package. The combination of the Top Kart and Leopard is what I need to be competitive. I broke two records last month and I intend to break them again this Saturday. I think the track will be even faster this time. But, I think, most importantly, I want to come out with a win.”
Speed Canal will broadcast the race live, directly from Moran Raceway this Saturday. Race fans can also tune to XM-CH-2007 to as AEIOU International Racing Radio Network has also confirmed attendance at Round 3 of Tri-C TAG MASTERS World Championship.
VELOCE SPORTS TAKES OVER TRI-C TAG MASTERS
VELOCE SPORTS TAKES OVER TRI-C TAG MASTERS
Wed 11 Apr, 12:10 PM
Veloce Sports International (“VSI”) announced this morning that it has successfully executed the purchase of the commercial rights of Tri-C TAG MASTERS World Championship. As part of the deal, in addition to promoting Tri-C TAG MASTERS World Championship, Veloce Sports International will seek to protect the rights and to enhance the image of all teams and drivers competing in the sport. VSI will also serve as a mediator as conflict arises and make decisions that are in the best interest of the sport.
Veloce Sports International (“VSI”) – Official Statement
“We are really looking forward to this new venture. By gaining sole control of the sport, we expect to take this series to a new level by pioneering the sale of television rights, while performing administration duties and setting up logistics for each grand prix. It has been agreed that all teams will share the total of 1% of all television rights and all other commercial revenues. This is a great series and it is partially due to the many and great sponsors we have such as So-Cal Kartsports, MAXX Motorsports, Burris Racing and Mike Manning Karts. Our goal is to also make sure that all sponsors maximize their exposure. We have received a number of proposals from various race promotes around the world, including an endurance race. We are actively evalulating all immediate as well as long term events of this series. And, most importantly, we thank the support of all sponsors, teams and drivers we have received – it is a privilege to manage this series.”
For more information regarding Tri-C TAG MASTERS World Championship – visit: www.velocesports.com (the new official site of TAG MASTERS)
For information regarding sponsorship and race event opportunities – send us an email to:
tag-masters@velocesports.com
Wed 11 Apr, 12:10 PM
Veloce Sports International (“VSI”) announced this morning that it has successfully executed the purchase of the commercial rights of Tri-C TAG MASTERS World Championship. As part of the deal, in addition to promoting Tri-C TAG MASTERS World Championship, Veloce Sports International will seek to protect the rights and to enhance the image of all teams and drivers competing in the sport. VSI will also serve as a mediator as conflict arises and make decisions that are in the best interest of the sport.
Veloce Sports International (“VSI”) – Official Statement
“We are really looking forward to this new venture. By gaining sole control of the sport, we expect to take this series to a new level by pioneering the sale of television rights, while performing administration duties and setting up logistics for each grand prix. It has been agreed that all teams will share the total of 1% of all television rights and all other commercial revenues. This is a great series and it is partially due to the many and great sponsors we have such as So-Cal Kartsports, MAXX Motorsports, Burris Racing and Mike Manning Karts. Our goal is to also make sure that all sponsors maximize their exposure. We have received a number of proposals from various race promotes around the world, including an endurance race. We are actively evalulating all immediate as well as long term events of this series. And, most importantly, we thank the support of all sponsors, teams and drivers we have received – it is a privilege to manage this series.”
For more information regarding Tri-C TAG MASTERS World Championship – visit: www.velocesports.com (the new official site of TAG MASTERS)
For information regarding sponsorship and race event opportunities – send us an email to:
tag-masters@velocesports.com
Tri-C TAG MASTERS World Championship – Round 3 – Team Preview
Tri-C TAG MASTERS World Championship – Round 3 – Team Preview
Wed 11 Apr, 10:19 AM
The competition is expected to intensify at Round 3 as each team start to establish themselves in the Constructor’s Championship and each driver is looking for an edge to move up in the Driver’s Championship. Here is a preview of the Top 6 teams in the constructor’s standing so far:
MakLaren International – 779 pts
Leading the Constructor’s Championship with 779 pts, the team is highly motivated heading into Round 3. Newly signed to the team, the Japanese super star, Larry Hayashigawa leads the Driver’s Championship standing with 399 pts, followed by his teammate, Alex King, in the second place with 380 pts. Despite leading the championship, MakLaren is not considered the favorite to win this Saturday. However, always a threat, MakLaren is expected to be competitive enough to capitalize on anyone’s mistakes.
Ronaldo Dennis (Team Principal): “We are very pleased with how things have been, though I don’t think we have the very best package in the grid, yet. We have one final test scheduled for Friday, April 13th and we are looking forward to that, in particularly, due to the fact that we will be working with our new Test Development Manager, Tyler Brooks. I think that our drivers will be pleased with this new relationship.”
Larry Hayashigawa (Japan): “I have settled down with this team much faster than anticipated and our third place finish last month was satisfactory considering that it allowed me to take over the lead in the championship standing. It’s hard to predict how things will turnout and we will know more after our test on Friday. I am really looking forward to Round 3.”
Alex King (Brazil): “I had a difficult debut last month as I had a number of mechanical issue. However, everything was very encouraging. I was happy that I was able to match the speed of my teammate, I think that is an important first step and I was really pleased on how my Manager, Sir Robert Brooks assisted me from the very beginning to the end of the race. I would have not made it without his help. Friday testing will give us a good indication on how we will do on Saturday.”
Toyoda Racing Team – 697 pts
Toyoda’s most valuable asset is its drivers. Combined, James Bratton and Dennis Ubersetzig, have one of the most impressive racing records. Bratton has dominated racing in Europe in the past 3 years. The American is the 2004, 2005 and 2006 CalSprinters TAG European Champion, while the German, Ubersetzig, is the 2006 runner-up. It is no secret that this pair of drivers, have been the key to Toyoda’s latest success. Toyoda is currently in second place in the Constructor’s World Championship, a position that Toyoda holds comfortably with 697 pts. James Bratton is in 3rd place in the Driver’s Championship with 374 pts, while his teammate, Dennis Ubersetzig is in 9th place with 323 pts. Toyoda has shown it can compete with the front runners and the expectations are very high for this Saturday's Grand Prix, considering the latest aerodynamic and engine development.
Satoro Nakamura (Team Principal): “We have not been able to give the best kart to our drivers and that is the only reason they are not leading in the driver’s championship. I am certain that given the right equipment, James and Dennis can fight for a win. I am optimistic about our chances this Saturday and we hope to close in the gap in the constructor’s championship between us and MakLaren.”
James Bratton (USA): “We have done a lot of aerodynamic work since our last race in conjunction to improving output power from our Rotax engine. The telemetry shows that I had the speed, I was one of the fastest driver in the infield part of the track, but lost a lot of time in the main straight. The issue I have with my kart is straight line speed and I am confident that improvements have been made and I will be able to challenge for a win this Saturday.”
Dennis Ubersetzig (Germany): “James has taken on the aerodynamic development for our team and I have been focusing on a new Leopard engine. I think I have it down now and I think that a Leopard suits my style a bit better. I am very optimistic for this up coming race and I expect my best result so far in this season.”
Mucca Rosso – 685 pts
The surprise of the year so far in the constructor’s championship is the fact that we have Scuderia Mucca Rosso in third place. This is a team that despite having a limited budget, has been able to consistently add points in the first two rounds. Veteran driver, John Passon, brings a lot of experience to the team and has been unlucky in both events so far. At Round 1, a young Tag Senior Driver spun off right in front of him at Turn 1. At Round 2, a back marker ruined his qualifying lap and later another back marker blocked him during the race at Turn 17. If Passon gets a clear track, he could surprise many and move up in the grid. Steve Thompson has been suffering from extensive vibration since the winter testings. The kart appears always very nervous through the turns. Though the team has been looking for a possible solution, it does not appear that Thompson will have a kart package that is good enough to fight for a win – a disappointment given the talented driver he is. Mucca Rosso is currently in third place in the Constructor’s Championship with 685 pts.
John Passon (France): “I hope that this time no back marker will ruin my race or qualifying lap. I don’t think we are ready to fight for a win, yet, but I am confident of a significant improvement.”
Steve Thompson (USA): “It will be a tough race. We have limited budget and we have not been able to test as much as Pherrari and Pensque, so it is hard to fight with them when we don’t test as much as them. However, overall, we have a good team and our sprits are still high.”
Pensque – 560 pts
Highly tipped to win both the Constructor’s and Driver’s Championship, Pensque is probably the strongest team in the series. Currently in fourth place in the Constructor’s Championship with 560 pts, the team has fined tuned the chassis and is known to have the strongest engine package in the grid. The excellent relationship they have with tire supplier, Burris Tires, is an advantage that no racing budget can buy. Surprisingly, Pensque has not been able to get the points expected out of them, however, no one can count them out. Expect Pensque to be extremely competitive this Saturday.
Brian Phillipsen (USA): “The team has done an excellent job in recent tests. I am very confident that we have a competitive package. I am pleased with the set up we have and by the fact we are powered by MAXX engines. I am targeting my second win and I am really not concerned about anyone else.”
Kurt Burris (USA): “It is great to be back and I intend to pick up where I left – I was the fastest man of the race in February. Brian has done most of the test for us in regards to set up and I am very pleased with what the team has reported. I think that Burris Tires will make a difference on Saturday. The expectations are very high.”
Pherrari – 369 pts
One of the favorite team to win the Constructor’s and Driver’s Championship, however, internal issues have set them back slightly. Earlier in the season, Japanese star, Larry Hayashigawa, unexpectedly left the team. Larry’s absence has been a major blow to Pherrari in the Constructor’s Championship. Jack Kirkpatrick is the only driver Pherrari brought to Round 2 and the Irish was not able to deliver the goods due to an engine failure. Speculations are that Pherrari already has a driver that will partner up Kirkpatrick at Round 3. Pherrari has peformed over 28 test sessions since the last Grand Prix and Kirkpatrick is one of the favorite to win on Saturday. A battle between Kirkpatrick and the American star, Brian Phillipsen is expected.
John Todt (Team Principal): “We are not happy with how things have gone for us in the Constructor’s Championship, but we are confident that we have a competitive package and as the season unfolds, we will be fighting for the lead. Everyone is also disappointed that our engine failed last month. We have made all arrangements necessary and we feel that Kirkpatrick will have a very competitive package. We are looking to go back to our dominating form we had at Round 1.
Jack Kirkpatrick (Ireland) – “It was disappointing to not to finish last time while leading the race and I am confident that Pherrari will have a very competitive package this weekend. We have tested extensively and I am felling really good about our chances. With all honestly and in my humble opinion, I expect to qualify on pole and I expect to win the race. I am pumped and I am going for it.”
BNW Sawber - 369 pts
Sawber is a team that is very aware of their capabilities this season. They have set realistic goals and are using the 2007 season as a development year to launch a real championship challenge in 2008. However, the team should be very pleased since they are currently tied with giant, Pherrari, for fifth place in the Constructor’s Championship – 369 pts each. Sawber race pace improved significantly at Round 2. The expectations are that they will still be in the middle of the pack.
Brad Bowman (USA) – “Still chasing set up. This is how it is when we have a new chassis. It takes time and I am confident we will get there. For now, our goal is to accumulate as much points as possible. The Constructor’s Championship is just as important as the Driver’s Championship.
Donald Amigliore (Italy) – “Unfortunately, we have been able to test as much as the other teams, but nevertheless, I am positively looking forward to this race. I am a rookie in this series and the goal is to accumulate as much points as possible.”
Wed 11 Apr, 10:19 AM
The competition is expected to intensify at Round 3 as each team start to establish themselves in the Constructor’s Championship and each driver is looking for an edge to move up in the Driver’s Championship. Here is a preview of the Top 6 teams in the constructor’s standing so far:
MakLaren International – 779 pts
Leading the Constructor’s Championship with 779 pts, the team is highly motivated heading into Round 3. Newly signed to the team, the Japanese super star, Larry Hayashigawa leads the Driver’s Championship standing with 399 pts, followed by his teammate, Alex King, in the second place with 380 pts. Despite leading the championship, MakLaren is not considered the favorite to win this Saturday. However, always a threat, MakLaren is expected to be competitive enough to capitalize on anyone’s mistakes.
Ronaldo Dennis (Team Principal): “We are very pleased with how things have been, though I don’t think we have the very best package in the grid, yet. We have one final test scheduled for Friday, April 13th and we are looking forward to that, in particularly, due to the fact that we will be working with our new Test Development Manager, Tyler Brooks. I think that our drivers will be pleased with this new relationship.”
Larry Hayashigawa (Japan): “I have settled down with this team much faster than anticipated and our third place finish last month was satisfactory considering that it allowed me to take over the lead in the championship standing. It’s hard to predict how things will turnout and we will know more after our test on Friday. I am really looking forward to Round 3.”
Alex King (Brazil): “I had a difficult debut last month as I had a number of mechanical issue. However, everything was very encouraging. I was happy that I was able to match the speed of my teammate, I think that is an important first step and I was really pleased on how my Manager, Sir Robert Brooks assisted me from the very beginning to the end of the race. I would have not made it without his help. Friday testing will give us a good indication on how we will do on Saturday.”
Toyoda Racing Team – 697 pts
Toyoda’s most valuable asset is its drivers. Combined, James Bratton and Dennis Ubersetzig, have one of the most impressive racing records. Bratton has dominated racing in Europe in the past 3 years. The American is the 2004, 2005 and 2006 CalSprinters TAG European Champion, while the German, Ubersetzig, is the 2006 runner-up. It is no secret that this pair of drivers, have been the key to Toyoda’s latest success. Toyoda is currently in second place in the Constructor’s World Championship, a position that Toyoda holds comfortably with 697 pts. James Bratton is in 3rd place in the Driver’s Championship with 374 pts, while his teammate, Dennis Ubersetzig is in 9th place with 323 pts. Toyoda has shown it can compete with the front runners and the expectations are very high for this Saturday's Grand Prix, considering the latest aerodynamic and engine development.
Satoro Nakamura (Team Principal): “We have not been able to give the best kart to our drivers and that is the only reason they are not leading in the driver’s championship. I am certain that given the right equipment, James and Dennis can fight for a win. I am optimistic about our chances this Saturday and we hope to close in the gap in the constructor’s championship between us and MakLaren.”
James Bratton (USA): “We have done a lot of aerodynamic work since our last race in conjunction to improving output power from our Rotax engine. The telemetry shows that I had the speed, I was one of the fastest driver in the infield part of the track, but lost a lot of time in the main straight. The issue I have with my kart is straight line speed and I am confident that improvements have been made and I will be able to challenge for a win this Saturday.”
Dennis Ubersetzig (Germany): “James has taken on the aerodynamic development for our team and I have been focusing on a new Leopard engine. I think I have it down now and I think that a Leopard suits my style a bit better. I am very optimistic for this up coming race and I expect my best result so far in this season.”
Mucca Rosso – 685 pts
The surprise of the year so far in the constructor’s championship is the fact that we have Scuderia Mucca Rosso in third place. This is a team that despite having a limited budget, has been able to consistently add points in the first two rounds. Veteran driver, John Passon, brings a lot of experience to the team and has been unlucky in both events so far. At Round 1, a young Tag Senior Driver spun off right in front of him at Turn 1. At Round 2, a back marker ruined his qualifying lap and later another back marker blocked him during the race at Turn 17. If Passon gets a clear track, he could surprise many and move up in the grid. Steve Thompson has been suffering from extensive vibration since the winter testings. The kart appears always very nervous through the turns. Though the team has been looking for a possible solution, it does not appear that Thompson will have a kart package that is good enough to fight for a win – a disappointment given the talented driver he is. Mucca Rosso is currently in third place in the Constructor’s Championship with 685 pts.
John Passon (France): “I hope that this time no back marker will ruin my race or qualifying lap. I don’t think we are ready to fight for a win, yet, but I am confident of a significant improvement.”
Steve Thompson (USA): “It will be a tough race. We have limited budget and we have not been able to test as much as Pherrari and Pensque, so it is hard to fight with them when we don’t test as much as them. However, overall, we have a good team and our sprits are still high.”
Pensque – 560 pts
Highly tipped to win both the Constructor’s and Driver’s Championship, Pensque is probably the strongest team in the series. Currently in fourth place in the Constructor’s Championship with 560 pts, the team has fined tuned the chassis and is known to have the strongest engine package in the grid. The excellent relationship they have with tire supplier, Burris Tires, is an advantage that no racing budget can buy. Surprisingly, Pensque has not been able to get the points expected out of them, however, no one can count them out. Expect Pensque to be extremely competitive this Saturday.
Brian Phillipsen (USA): “The team has done an excellent job in recent tests. I am very confident that we have a competitive package. I am pleased with the set up we have and by the fact we are powered by MAXX engines. I am targeting my second win and I am really not concerned about anyone else.”
Kurt Burris (USA): “It is great to be back and I intend to pick up where I left – I was the fastest man of the race in February. Brian has done most of the test for us in regards to set up and I am very pleased with what the team has reported. I think that Burris Tires will make a difference on Saturday. The expectations are very high.”
Pherrari – 369 pts
One of the favorite team to win the Constructor’s and Driver’s Championship, however, internal issues have set them back slightly. Earlier in the season, Japanese star, Larry Hayashigawa, unexpectedly left the team. Larry’s absence has been a major blow to Pherrari in the Constructor’s Championship. Jack Kirkpatrick is the only driver Pherrari brought to Round 2 and the Irish was not able to deliver the goods due to an engine failure. Speculations are that Pherrari already has a driver that will partner up Kirkpatrick at Round 3. Pherrari has peformed over 28 test sessions since the last Grand Prix and Kirkpatrick is one of the favorite to win on Saturday. A battle between Kirkpatrick and the American star, Brian Phillipsen is expected.
John Todt (Team Principal): “We are not happy with how things have gone for us in the Constructor’s Championship, but we are confident that we have a competitive package and as the season unfolds, we will be fighting for the lead. Everyone is also disappointed that our engine failed last month. We have made all arrangements necessary and we feel that Kirkpatrick will have a very competitive package. We are looking to go back to our dominating form we had at Round 1.
Jack Kirkpatrick (Ireland) – “It was disappointing to not to finish last time while leading the race and I am confident that Pherrari will have a very competitive package this weekend. We have tested extensively and I am felling really good about our chances. With all honestly and in my humble opinion, I expect to qualify on pole and I expect to win the race. I am pumped and I am going for it.”
BNW Sawber - 369 pts
Sawber is a team that is very aware of their capabilities this season. They have set realistic goals and are using the 2007 season as a development year to launch a real championship challenge in 2008. However, the team should be very pleased since they are currently tied with giant, Pherrari, for fifth place in the Constructor’s Championship – 369 pts each. Sawber race pace improved significantly at Round 2. The expectations are that they will still be in the middle of the pack.
Brad Bowman (USA) – “Still chasing set up. This is how it is when we have a new chassis. It takes time and I am confident we will get there. For now, our goal is to accumulate as much points as possible. The Constructor’s Championship is just as important as the Driver’s Championship.
Donald Amigliore (Italy) – “Unfortunately, we have been able to test as much as the other teams, but nevertheless, I am positively looking forward to this race. I am a rookie in this series and the goal is to accumulate as much points as possible.”
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
Tri-C TAG MASTERS World Championship – Round 3 – Race Preview
Tri-C TAG MASTERS World Championship – Round 3 – Race Preview
Tue 10 Apr, 5:31 PM
Jack Kirkpatrick dominated Round 1 with a superb performance, claiming Pole Position, winning Heat 1 and winning the Main Heat. However, it was the American hero, Kurt Burris who set the race fastest lap of 1.07.613 and the expectations that he would fight for a win at Round 2. Brian Phillipsen disappointed his fans. The Pensque driver never appeared to be competitive and had mechanical issues, which resulted in a DNF.
Kurt Burris did not race the second round of the season. However, his teammate, Brian Phillipsen did. The 8-time world champion hit back at his critics with his maiden win, but did not convince that he is still the fastest driver in the world. Phillipsen’s win was overshadowed by a masterful display of natural racing skills from Ty Matta, who had a remarkable debut in the series by shattering the qualifying lap record (1:06.44) and race fastest lap (1:06.675). Kirkpatrick’s engine exploded in spectacular fashion and the Irish pilot missed his chance to extend his lead in the driver’s championship standing. Instead, it was the Japanese super star, Larry Hayashigawa, that strategically raced to claim his second consecutive podium of the year, which allowed him to take over the lead in the championship standing.
Round 3 is expected to be the most emotional and exciting race of the year. Kirkpatrick and his Pherrari team have tested 28 times since the last Grand Prix. Pensque will be in full force with both drivers, Brian Phillipsen and Kurt Burris behind the wheel. Phillipsen is looking to keep up the momentum of his win from last month and Burris knows he is naturally fast. Larry Hayashigawa is now settled with his new team, MakLaren, and both are prepared to do whatever it takes to retain their leads – in the driver’ and constructor’ championship standing.
TEAM PREVIEW TO FOLLOW --
RENAWLT UNABLE TO CONFIRM MATTA FOR ROUND 3
RENAWLT UNABLE TO CONFIRM MATTA FOR ROUND 3
Tue 10 Apr, 3:23 PM
Team boss, Fabio Briatore, is unable to confirm Ty Matta for Round 3 of Tri-C TAG MASTERS World Championship.
“We are very disappointed and we are diligently working on a solution” said Briatore. “No one informed us that the Tri-C Super License granted to Matta last month was a temporary one. My feelings are that given Matta’s racing record and his ability to compete with the best in the world as he did last month, this should not be an issue and he should be allowed to race this Saturday.”
Matta’s absence would certainly be a loss to fans, however, it might also be a relief to some of the TAG MASTERS pilots as Matta proved to be extremely fast in his debut.
The Filipino-Mexican-American star has been unreachable and no comments from Matta's management team have been made in regards to this latest news.
Tue 10 Apr, 3:23 PM
Team boss, Fabio Briatore, is unable to confirm Ty Matta for Round 3 of Tri-C TAG MASTERS World Championship.
“We are very disappointed and we are diligently working on a solution” said Briatore. “No one informed us that the Tri-C Super License granted to Matta last month was a temporary one. My feelings are that given Matta’s racing record and his ability to compete with the best in the world as he did last month, this should not be an issue and he should be allowed to race this Saturday.”
Matta’s absence would certainly be a loss to fans, however, it might also be a relief to some of the TAG MASTERS pilots as Matta proved to be extremely fast in his debut.
The Filipino-Mexican-American star has been unreachable and no comments from Matta's management team have been made in regards to this latest news.
RACE OFFICIALS TO CHECK TRI-C SUPER LICENSE
RACE OFFICIALS TO CHECK TRI-C SUPER LICENSE
Tue 10 Apr, 9:53 AM
Tri-C Officials announced this morning that all pilots in the Tri-C TAG MASTERS World Championship must provide a copy of their Tri-C Super License this Saturday, April 14th.
"As you all know, no one can compete in the world championship without been granted the Tri-C Super License. This is probably one of the most valuable document a pilot can have due to the requirements each pilot must meet in order to obtain such license. We are very concerned with counterfeits. We have implemented a new security system so we must check every single pilot this Saturday" said Tri-C TAG MASTERS boss, Bernardo Ecclestone.
Tri-C Officials will have the latest D-347 database security system at Moran Raceway. In the case a pilot is unable to actually bring their Tri-C Super License, the D-347 system will be able to match pilot's records as long as a pilot can SHOW a copy of their Driver's License or Birth Certificate, in addition to finger priting.
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