His carrer migh me over then,,,
what a waste.
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His carrer migh me over then,,,
what a waste.
Autosport this week says the Monster deal is more likely to happen next year. Monster are committed through 2012 and will probably run all the rounds in '11 and '12 so it makes more sense to run a two-car team in that environment and also under the new regs.
In the meantime I think Chris needs to shake of some of the ring rust and just try to get involved wherever possible - regardless of machinery.
I heared something similar....... maybe Ken doesnt want the world to see the gap between him and his team mate sothats why Chris isnt there, Also hearing that Monster Team could be using Fiesta S2000 not Focus WRC.
Proton are looking for drivers from Sardinia IRC onwards, maybe Chris could try for a deal there.
Yep Chris and Alistair McRae would be a nice combination for Sardinia.Quote:
Originally Posted by RS
Chris Atkinson was linked to a drive with the Monster World Rally Team in 2010. Will that happen?
"We really tried to work out some deals to get him in the team this year. I really like Chris, he's a really good guy and an amazing driver, but unfortunately the deals didn't come together how we wanted. We're looking to have him come out possibly for an event or two this year - we're not really sure when or where - and then looking to have him in the team for 2011. But that's all up to sponsors and what my agents can do with putting some deals together. We want the team to feature multiple drivers over the years, and Chris is someone I like and respect so we're looking to try and have him as part of the team."
So, basically I read that as Chris cant get the sponsorship together to fund a drive.
If I were Chris' management id try like hell to get him into a Monster Focus WRC for Finland, New Zealand and Wales (they are on the calender, arnt they?) at the very least. These are events where he is going to do well.
If the Proton rumors have any substance then he may pick up another couple of events there.
With any luck he may even compete in 50% of this years calender...IF his management get their act together and get him behind the wheel.
Maybe there are other factors involved, but Chris got the money together from Australian sources to get into SWRT initially, he didn't disappoint so im sure with the bettering financial situation in Australia he could be rewarded for knocking on a few doors.
C'mon Chris, get in the action!
Wasn't his Subaru drive part funded by Subaru Australia? How big are Proton in Australia?Quote:
Originally Posted by grugsticles
It's disappointing he can't get a drive - he should be in WRC.
Correct. Proton are really only a smalltime player in Australia.Quote:
Originally Posted by AndyRAC
So basically he can be added to the huge pile of decent drivers that have run out of money :( It's a shame but someone has to pay....