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Some cracking racing today, really enjoyed watching a rerun of the live Facebook coverage. Johan is on a totally different level, GCK have made some gains and Bakkerud is looking racey. Chance for Doran and Chicherit to get through if they keep it clean tomorrow.
Mega Q2 Race 5... Johan K going from last to the win was pretty special, and against most of the best guys.
There is likely to be a hybrid 911 at some stage. Porsche probably realise a few 911 enthusiasts would prefer an ev mode when caught in a traffic jam, rather than blipping the throttle on hundreds of fossil fuelled horses while going less than 5 km/h.Quote:
Originally Posted by stefanvv
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/m...-powerful-ever
Again in Q3 R5 great racing by Johan K to find a way to win.
The spotters/strategy at EKS are garbage. Bakkerud clearly holding up Ekstrom, JK clearly quicker than Bakkerud. Should have jokered Andreas the lap after JK did, that way he at least stood a chance of getting track position. Instead they wait for a car that is known by everyone to be the quickest to close the gap. It looked to me that they could easily have jokered AB, used him to back up Johan and then Ekstrom could have slotted into the lead. Okay so Timmy might have done something, but that's less inevitable than what actually happened.
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Unbelievable performance from Kristoffersson. I don't deny that the Polo is the best car out there, but that means nothing unless it is driven properly. The last race of Q2 was incredible, I was on the inside of the last corner when Johan passed Andreas and couldn't believe what I was seeing.
Superb drive in the final as well and, yet again, very poor tactical decision from EKS: that's another win they have given away (that said I thought they had enough of a lead to take the win, was stunned when Johan slotted into first!).
Boring. Now it's clear why they hold electrical thing for 2021... Manus escaping before they throw money through window because of that stupid volkswagens who are by the way ruining another sport.
Don't be ridiculous. The aim of the sport is to win, you can't blame VW for doing that. You also can't blame VW for the stupid EKS strategy that clearly lost them a 1-2.Quote:
Originally Posted by ESTR
amazing photo
https://twitter.com/prodrive/status/1036527781700624389
Liam Doran showed some potential of the Prodrive Renault Megane.
Johan K again better than the rest.
There might be a hybrid or full electric 911 down the line. But it doesn't matter. Porsche is still very very serious about full electric and Porsche as a brand is a lot more than just the 911, thankfully. And I say that as a long time enthusiast that daily drives a 991 C4 GTS, far north of the arctic circle.Quote:
Originally Posted by stefanvv
Just like Citroen ruined WRC for 10 years? Come on. They play by the rules, it's just that Petter and his team play better than all the others.Quote:
Originally Posted by ESTR
Too bad Liam is an idiot like before. He should have returned with a big "sorry for being an ass, I'm lucky to be back and will try hard to be a better man and driver and hopefully some fans will find me deserving of cheering on". Instead he was as unlikable as before. His comment to those who asked if he was ready to behave and be back without trouble: Look at Q3.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sulland
Then again, not sure if he was lucky to be back or just that his dads pockets are deep enough to get him back...
Missed the SF's from Loheac... can anyone find them as I cant on YouTube ?
Is it fair that almost on all events JK is put into the Q1 with bunch of last ones on grid?? While the others (Bakkerud, Ekstrom, Solberg, Loeb, Hansens...) race against each other. Don't know how starting grid for Q1 works and is stupid and not fair by any means.Quote:
Originally Posted by Alpha
And money they said that they put enormous cash into the game without the limit...
Audi quitting means that probably Ekstrom will soon be out that means no Audis at all at the start line and again Bakkerud without the seat.
With PSA strict budgets I don't think that they will put all of their resources in RX just to be always second...
No that's not ruining the sport at all. And now tell me which manu is there?? Ford quitting before was too late.
Anoucement that e-rules is put for 2021 is far more worrying. I think manus is not that stupid even if they anounced that 9 are interested. I'm pretty sure that this number is reduced now to 3. If there is any interest at all...
Q1 grid is based on lottery/draw, so every driver is equal to another, JK just has had better luck.Quote:
Originally Posted by ESTR
So yes, it´s fair, same chances for every driver.
As I understand it VW didn’t put loads of money into WRX, they put in the effort for WRC and the WRX team was fortunate to pick up the pieces and take on a very well developed car. So all the RX team had to do was carry out the alterations to make it work for the new format. Both the Peugeot and Audi were built specifically as RX cars so as an RX team have probably had similar, if not more, money put to them. That’s just the nature of building a car from ground up rather than making adjustments to an already quick car.
You clearly don’t know enough about the sport to be commenting though, which is highlighted by the fact you don’t understand the Q1 draw. Maybe go away and learn something about WRX before you spout off on a forum.
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@FIAWorldRX is still VERY close. It’s just that one guy/car is doing it very well indeed... https://t.co/OgLj9M9ikn
Closest and biggest victory margins in @FIAWorldRX finals per season:
2018 🇫🇷 0,340s - 🇸🇪 2,977s
2017 🇪🇸 0,362s - 🇫🇷 3,581s
2016 🇩🇪 0,586s - 🇫🇷 3,417s
2015 🇨🇦 0,252s - 🇩🇪 4,901s
2014 🇩🇪 0,005s - 🇸🇪 10,442s
When Petter won over Ekström by 0,005 seconds... <3Quote:
Originally Posted by Fast Eddie WRC
I don't think VW put in "loads" compared to their WRC program but, from what I understand, they have invested more than the other manufacturers.Quote:
Originally Posted by MrJan
They obviously have a lot of knowledge about the chassis and already had a head start on the engine as well (having supplied the engine for the GRC Beetle).
The three works teams are all close, but Kristoffersson seems to be driving flawlessly at the moment.
Easy to see why WorldRX is getting so expensive. Prodrive renault - 1000 hours for chassis preparation - multiply out the hourly wages of the techs. Carbon fibre, radiator in the back. 4 way suspension. Adjustable diffs, multiple roll bars etc.
https://www.facebook.com/TotalRacing...4944322199816/
@Andrew_Coley:
Doing some @FIAWorldRX stats today; 5 minutes in and noticed @LiamDoran33 produced the highest qualifying position for @GCKRX so far this year...on his first outing in the car, and first world event in 2 years.
#Q6 #Boom #P2inQ3 🇬🇧💣
Damn how awful it was to listen to the races with Doran. For an international feed the commentators should absolutely be as neutral as possible.Quote:
Originally Posted by Fast Eddie WRC
In other news though, WRX may soon be history, more manufacturers are needed.
could Peugeot leave WRX too?
https://www.diariomotor.com/competic...u-implicacion/
Is the Manufacturer's bubble exploding? hehe
WEC, WTCC and DTM lost big names already.
Liam announced for Latvia, which will no doubt disappoint the organisers for the Watergate Bay hill climb who were probably stoked with the coup of him entering the RS200
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Any driver returning to the series and showing decent speed would attract similar coverage.Quote:
Originally Posted by Myrvold
If Doran was really slow he wouldnt get a mention.
Looking forward to this weekend. Never been to Latvia before and there from Thursday evening to Tuesday so have a bit of time to wander around Riga (not sure how much there is to do though, a mate googled it and number 4 on the list was 'feed the ducks').
Racing will hopefully be good again, Liam will no doubt be a liability and there's a big EuroRX field as well. Not sure whether my mates are going to be into it though, none of them are really into motorsport. One of them watches a bit of F1 and we went to Monza before, but definitely not on the borderline obsessive fan that I am.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Fast Eddie WRC
Not the mentions, I am all for giving people up and down the field some proper mentions and time, that only increases the value of participation - which is needed now, the field can shrink quite a bit again for next year.
But, like Coley said himself "I am supposed to be neutral, but..." - he wasn't.
I like Coley's style, it's clear that he's got his favourites but to me that's just him being a big fan. Not only that but what Liam did was deserving of being mentioned, the move from 5th to 1st in qualifying was a move that should be raved about. I don't think it's different to how he raves about Loeb or will shout things like "yes, Timmy! Full gas" or "go on Timur!!" Why try and neutralise that?
Because that's a heat of the moment shout-cheer. Not "because it is driver X". Again he said it himself that he wasn't neutral - that is my issue.Quote:
Originally Posted by MrJan
And yes, that race was bloody awesome!
Uploaded some pictures from Loheac this morning, few of my faves:
https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1847/3...3ab062cb_b.jpg
Not unusual to see six cars together in a rallycross final, but pretty cool to see them so close at the end of the race.
https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1855/4...e723a6ca_b.jpg
https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1873/3...346ed827_b.jpg
https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1881/4...af281570_b.jpg
https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1862/2...0c53e0a9_b.jpg
Lots more shots here:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/229616...57701279078175
For any of you who might be interested!
Mark Rennison and Matti Alamäki cars. I like it. Would've been awesome to have them appear as well, not only Rob Gibson! :)Quote:
Originally Posted by tbtstt
They aren't the original Rennison/Alamaki cars; both are recently built and wearing original liveries, they looked great on track! The RS200 is an LD Motorsport built car owned by Steve Harris, I believe the 205 T16 is a Vaison build, not sure who owns it.Quote:
Originally Posted by Myrvold
https://www.facebook.com/fiaworldral...8456159253705/ Q1 live RX of Latvia
Johan-K showing his class again in Latvia, Q1 & Q2 winner.
What countries work to use for VPN on the live stream again?
I think it may be time for WorldRX to introduce a privateer cup. Not changing the race format at all, but the top non-VW/Audi/Peugeot driver and team get a cup and something to aim for. May help with sponsorship too. Of course, if they win outright, they still win outright. It's a concept that has worked well in touring car racing for a number of years.
Usual win for Johan-K.
Nice race by Grönholm and nearly a first podium. He's really improved this year.
France.Quote:
Originally Posted by SubaruNorway
Another flawless drive from Johan.
Definitely agree with regards to Niclas. Another excellent drive from him, he seems to have made a massive leap forwards this year.
Great weekend for Nitiss. I think he is a deserving Champion. Superb drive from Raymond as well, just a pity someone didn't put that pillock Marklund into a barrier to make it the perfect weekend in the Euros.