I didn't realise he was THAT young. He's gone the Latvia route - similar to Tom Cave who gained his early experience out there. He's got another 15 years before he's hitting his prime. No need to rush.
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I didn't realise he was THAT young. He's gone the Latvia route - similar to Tom Cave who gained his early experience out there. He's got another 15 years before he's hitting his prime. No need to rush.
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Originally Posted by Jarek Z
Humiliated... well... if you like expressions like that, I can tell that Rovanpera lost 1 minute in SS2 due to technical issues. Add this minute and you will be absolutely happy. Yes, I don't like that comparison at all. After seeing Rovanpera in Sarma I would say that kid could "humiliate" anyone he want to! Seriously. I am really shocked by what I saw. He's already got pure speed, knows how to keep it and how squeeze all out of the car. What amazed me most - his skill to keep car in straight line in bends and get acceleration in corner exits. Keep eyes on that kid ;)
Results of "Sarma 2016" - http://lrc.lv/?m=4
That kid is just massive talent!
Wow! I didn't expect to see my post in this thread :)Quote:
Originally Posted by sindroms
Yes, I know about this 1 minute lost on SS2. That makes Rovanpera's result even more impressive. Yes, I agree, "humiliation" may be too strong of a word, but I thought something must be wrong with all those experienced drivers, if they are beaten by a 15-year old kid almost on each stage :)
It would be interesting to see him in Rally Liepaja, the first round of the European Championship, where he would be able to compare himself with some better drivers. Unfortunately I read that Rovanpera didn't enter the ERC event, even though he will be present in Liepaja :(Quote:
Originally Posted by sindroms
I guess he doesn't have international license in his age or does he?
I also think he doesn´t have international license, but anyway he will be there, driving same stages just counted as LRC rounds nr. 2 and nr.3 I hope it will be possible to compare his times a little bit (I know he will be at the tail of the field but anyway...)
BTW. What do you ,baltic boys, think about Nikolay Gryazin? I guess you saw him, so what is your opinion?
That's what I am saying to all people which are not so much in to rally - there is nothing wrong with those local experienced drivers :) That kid is nugget and are in right hands to shine in future. Ok, I understand maybe I hype him too much, but after seeing him in these two events (Aluksne, Sarma) my feelings are just like that.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jarek Z
He has only Latvian ASN license (which allows to compete in age under 18) so no ERC for him. It will be interesting to compare him wit ERC top guys, but I don't think it could be objective comparison because of tire differences between ERC (wide tires) and national championship (narrow tires).Quote:
Originally Posted by liposh
Talented, quick learning guy. Seriously funded and coached by his father. I like him driving so far.Quote:
Originally Posted by liposh
It might be the first time (ever?) that the fastest 4WD and the fastest 2WD were both minors. . .
A new Solberg in a Subaru!
Oliver has struck a deal with Subaru on driving in the USA. On his own!
https://www.motorsportforums.com/sho...7-Rally-in-USA
I guess his future plan is to come into WRC2 from 2020. He turns 18 in september.
A busy periode for him now, with rally in Latvia, rallycross Nordic, and publisity work for his new film "Born 2 Drive"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyHofd1KQyI
He has talent, lets see how far he will go.