I think this came from formula 1 and it is used on all world championships under FIA.Quote:
Originally Posted by becher
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I think this came from formula 1 and it is used on all world championships under FIA.Quote:
Originally Posted by becher
That's true and it would have been easier for him if the licence based system formerly used on the WRC and still useed on lower status international events was still in force. All he would have needed was an address in a suitable country who would issue him with a licence. Now he needs at least dual nationality and a non-Russian passport as well.Quote:
Originally Posted by PLuto
Oh I didn't realize that change, can't have happend very long ago?Quote:
Originally Posted by PLuto
I found a post on Autosport forum that cites 2002 International Sporting Code: "All drivers, irrespective of the nationality of their licence,Quote:
Originally Posted by becher
participating in any FIA World Championship event, shall retain
the nationality of their passport on all official documents and in all
meetings and information bulletins."
So it's at least since 2002, but probably much, much sooner. The reason may be decision of some association that FIA is a member of, but it's really hard to find some sources about that.
If I correctly remember, it was because some formula 1 driver had some issues with his own ASN and was forced to use different licence from different country. As they didnt want to have french driver with singapore flag (it is only example, I dont know real countries), they have changed the regulation.Quote:
Originally Posted by Kenneth
Oh wow, I would've never guessed.Quote:
Originally Posted by Kenneth
From memory, and it's from the mid 90s I think, there was also Eddie Irvine, from Northern Ireland, with the Irish tricolour on his overalls - as that's who issued his racing licence at the time; which caused 'issues' in Northern Ireland.Quote:
Originally Posted by PLuto
I can also remember a few Audi Sport drivers with the Japanese flag, as they raced in Formula Nippon; they weren't Japanese.
I thought it was to become a sports federation of the IOC which only happened after Todt became president, and a whole ruck of crap between FIA and European Commission in that decade. It's an IOC rule anyway.
The Rally Ireland bid is gathering momentum:
https://dirtfish.com/rally/wrc/irela...-step-forward/
Of the choice between Limerick, Waterford and Kerry I sincerely hope Kerry wins so we see WRC Ireland heading up Molls Gap, among other classic Rally of the Lakes stages. I checked out the proximity of Waterford to Sally Gap and Aughavannah, but it may be too long a trek without a remote service ;)
I thought that too, but the rule was in place long before FIA become a member of the IOC.Quote:
Originally Posted by WRCStan
Some really good news, I hope it does pan out and we'll see them back in the calendar next Easter (assuming that's the slot they're targeting). Really hope this bares fruit and we'll have another (probably one of the best) tarmac round in the calendar. Craig would definitely be proud if they manage to pull it off.Quote:
Originally Posted by HKSjbg
I see it stemming from the European Commission ruling/agreement of that time. FIA may have put some 'sports federation' bits immediately into place for optics whilst retaining supreme authority / not bowing immediately. I doubt Bernie/Max were too happy with any of it, given that they caused it all.Quote:
Originally Posted by Kenneth
Only plausible justification, which the other suggestion here has nil of.
Limerick would be close enough to do some of the classic stages in Kerry also. Road section would not be that long.Quote:
Originally Posted by HKSjbg
Would be a fantastic event and more than likely have better stages than 2007/9 and with a better slot in the calendar meaning (hopefully) better weather.
I always felt we did not showcase how good rallying is here in 2007/9 although the events were not bad either. I just think seeing the top WRC drivers on some of the classic stages would really show the world the level the sport is at here.
Dirtfish says they've contacted the Promoter for comment but on a recent podcast they said the Promoter was desperate to have an event back in the UK/Ireland.
I really hope this comes off as Ireland is a true hotbed of the sport with amazing roads and deserves to show this to the world again.
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Originally Posted by Jewy46
I think the slot on the calendar is important; I don't think either 2007 or 2009 were the best slots, especially in 2009 when the weather was pretty awful.
In this podcast Kevin talks to Aiden Harper the Motorsport Ireland President and they discuss the WRC Bid;
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGkgXYGHvAs&t=1750s
There's also some more news here regarding Tralee ;
https://www.independent.ie/regionals...926079307.html
Herein lies your answer: August/SeptemberQuote:
Originally Posted by AndyRAC
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Originally Posted by satnav
However, this wasn’t the Norwegian’s only offer for 2024. Mikkelsen revealed to Motorsport.com that he had an opportunity to join M-Sport on a full-time basis for this season.
https://www.motorsport.com/wrc/news/...back/10562108/
I believe long-term this was the best choice for him, but we will see.Quote:
Originally Posted by EstWRC
I bet it was a tough decision. A few rallies in a Hyundai and having to play 3rd fiddle to Neuville/Tanak or lead MSport for whole season.Quote:
Originally Posted by Lead
Big gamble he took, but you have to admire him for backing himself to do well against those guys.
If true, then it would have been more interesting to see him doing full season in M-Sport rather than 1/3 in Hyundai..
But it isn't our choice.. :D
It certainly sounds like this was the determining factor. Maybe he wants to be at Hyundai when Tanak or Neuville retires. And there's definitely some doubt over M-Sport's long-term future in the WRC.Quote:
Originally Posted by Lead
Or it just shows how BAD the Puma is ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Fast Eddie WRC
Suninen and Lindholm will continue in WRC2 for Hyundai, the i20 Rally2 will be serviced by CHL auto. French team that is known thanks to Yoan Bonato.
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On one hand WRC2 is actually exciting with Skoda, Hyundai, Citroen and Toyota having competitive lineups, buton the other hand because of the WRC2 rules they might not actually race each other too often...
Any backstory about rally1 car seat fitting that guy and Neuville posting it..?
https://www.upload.ee/image/16140841..._Instagram.jpg
New co-driver?? Again??Quote:
Originally Posted by TypeR
I think that’s one of Thierry’s mates.
Perhaps he is going for a ride at testing.
He's not just a random mate, Florian Haut-Labourdette
Yes, I also checked the ewrc stats.. but why extra bring that seat fitting out :D
But ok, we'll find it out soon.
Back up co driver, seat fitting for a test day probably, also does the gravel notes if I'm not wrong?
This is nothing special. Drivers usually use also spare codrivers during testing.
Yes.. but spare co-drivers don't need special seat fitting for 100kms :D + extra post on social media.. You sit in the car, maybe put some cushions.. do the test and good night :D
Why would he change Martijn? Martijn was posting few days ago that he is looking forward to Monte.
Maybe you will be surprised, but some codrivers "only for test" has their own seats...Quote:
Originally Posted by TypeR
Yea okay, I understand that they have to be locked in there and seat has to match + he seems taller/bigger also than Wydaeghe..Quote:
Originally Posted by PLuto
Rally Ireland, pending funding, will be hosted in 3 different locations from 2025 to 2027 in Waterford, Tralee & Limerick respectively.
Fingers crossed the Irish Government allocates the required cash.
And here it is black on white:Quote:
Originally Posted by Fast Eddie WRC
https://dirtfish.com/rally/wrc/rotat...irish-wrc-bid/
https://www.autosport.com/wrc/news/v...-bid/10564056/
Really, really hope this pans out.
Well, I am a bit heavier than Ott and I have sat in his seat in recce car to check some sensor performance.. I can tell you that sometimes the right seat is very much needed.. I managed to sit in, but I almost needed crane to get out from the car, luckily I am doing a lot of cross-country skiing and my hands are strong... so, by using the support of safety cage tubes on top of drivers head, I was able to escape from the seat without external help :PQuote:
Originally Posted by PLuto
Zzzzzzzzzzzzzz. Every year we get fed the same old shite from Ireland, yet the governments dont care!Quote:
Originally Posted by Fast Eddie WRC