F1RWRS - A computerised F1Reject series

[AdrianSutil]

BBC News:

Mitie Aviation Racing go public

British F3 team, despite having a good if not spectacular year, plan on entering F1RWRS. The team, led by Englishman Mr. Alexander, have now understood what the requirement are for competing. The Kent based team have begun to find the necessary sponsorship to make their debut next year. Whilst nothing has been confirmed by the racing series itself, the team are not planning on buying out an existing team, as Mr. Alexander wishes the team to have a fresh start.
The drivers are expected to be three-time F3 race winner Steven Mackintosh and one race winner Matthias Valsattis, younger brother of ex Formula 1 driver Masta Valsattis. Both drivers, 19 years old, are relatively inexperienced, but have worked alongside Mr.Alexander and Mitie Aviation for the past two years and the team are keen or keeping the partnership continuing.

[TomWazzleshaw]

Case against Melrose Dropped

The supreme court in Cyprus earlier today dismissed the criminal case against F1RWRS driver Daniel Melrose on the basis that the case is not covered under criminal law in Cyprus. However the civil case against Melrose by the hotel in Limassol still stands and will be heard by the Cyprus authorities after the Budweiser 500.

[Shizuka]

Man, there were happenings here overnight!

I'll let this driver story unfold itself - I place others' happiness in front of mine even if I will get the stick in the end.

[TomWazzleshaw]

Man, there were happenings here overnight!

I'll let this driver story unfold itself - I place others' happiness in front of mine even if I will get the stick in the end.

The stick being a seat in the crapbox being the MRT M4

[Klon]

Well, these recent days have been horrendous. Apparentely, I am out of a job, around *checks watch* 52 hours before qualifying. I have learned that Sunshine are looking to pick me up. I am fair game. In case the Sunshine deal does not work out, I have prepared myself. Wait a second...

After that Lon showed the media a cardboard sign saying "Best In The World looking for cheap drive".

[AndreaModa]

Ah I think everyone playing should be allowed one news report on any other team or driver just to spice things up. Otherwise we'll get the standard news reports and no early 90s action. Just imagine head lines like Mark Dagnall being caught doing 140mph down the M1 with suspicious substances in his glove box, Ben Fleet in bust up with Pippa Mann, Rothmans to sponsor Phoenix Racing, Kamaha caught with illegal fuel tank, CJR employee caught smuggling drugs, etc.

Absolutely agreed, it's what gives it a bit of spice and stops it from just being a bit run-of-the-mill.

A request from me please, could the issue over FAT Turbo and whether it's racing or not be resolved, so things are a little clearer with who's where in the driver market? Thanks!

[SuperAguri]

Okay dokay, here are the teams that I have control of and the driver line ups

Kamaha - No Change
Driver 1 - Barii Mori
Driver 2 - Nicolas Steele

Sunshine Infiniti - Added Kay Lon (as it looks like he has agreed)
Driver 1 - Shinobu Katayama
Driver 2 - Kay Lon

FAT Turbo Racing - Will race in Japan and Brazil (as long as Aernod agrees)
Driver 1 - Hagane Shizuka
Driver 2 - [Open] Would like to sign Daniel Melrose if Arrowtech agrees. If not then would probably look at Darren Older Jr or Jack Christopherson.

Saeed Al Faisall is a free agent as he does not want to drive for Kamaha nor FAT Turbo Racing, will only sign for a top 6 team, is a pay driver so will come with a number of credits per race.

Jack Christopherson could be snapped up, I think that Arrowtech would be a great place for him to be signed up as it would keep Prince Falik happy. Although Dave Simpson may jump ship too.

Darren Older Jr is back in the mix too. As could be Jari Kekkonen and Luca Pacchiarini.

Other drivers may be available, but may not perform as well.

Aernod : If I think about selling FAT Turbo Racing off, can I just sell the team name but keep the money from the engine and chassis?

[Shizuka]

I got a stupid idea of saving myself from the hassle of finding a drive. What if I get paid out of the Sunshine contract in return for the FAT team, renaming it Shonan DMS (Dave Mcfaste - Shizuka) Racing? This of course is just a mere thought that just came to my mind.

(Yes, I'm obsessed with a Japanese radio named Shonan Beach FM, thus this name.)

[SuperAguri]

Depends on what answer I get from Aernod, but if you agree to a team with no chassis or engine (unless I can swop the Hart Engine for the shite Ford ED engine we have) then I am sure next season you will have your own racing team

[Klon]

So, lads, to help us get a grip on who drives where next season, I have worked a bit on the wiki:

http://f1alternate.wikkii.com/wiki/2014 ... ies_season

I only added the teams I am sure of; as you might have guessed, I am not very sure of the teams - especially the FAT-Kamaha merger has confused me.

As far as Tropico Grand Prix goes, aside from Fäkkinen as pay driver, following drivers have contracts offered (in order of preference):
Daniel Melrose
Darren Older Jr.
James Davies
Jeroen Krautmeir
[Kay Lon] (note: I will only use Lon in the team if I cannot find no decent cockpit with another team for 2014)

[the Masked Lapwing]

So, lads, to help us get a grip on who drives where next season, I have worked a bit on the wiki:

http://f1alternate.wikkii.com/wiki/2014 ... ies_season

I only added the teams I am sure of; as you might have guessed, I am not very sure of the teams - especially the FAT-Kamaha merger has confused me.

As far as Tropico Grand Prix goes, aside from Fäkkinen as pay driver, following drivers have contracts offered (in order of preference):
Daniel Melrose
Darren Older Jr.
James Davies
Jeroen Krautmeir
[Kay Lon] (note: I will only use Lon in the team if I cannot find no decent cockpit with another team for 2014)

What the-? How can you be sure of GRM returning, but not HRT?

[Klon]

What the-? How can you be sure of GRM returning, but not HRT?

Because I have read something from GRM in the last pages and not so much from HRT?

[the Masked Lapwing]

What the-? How can you be sure of GRM returning, but not HRT?

Because I have read something from GRM in the last pages and not so much from HRT?

That's because HRT is boring, and GRM is always where all the action is

Anyway, I'm going to update the 2014 entry list with who I think is driving, I'll finish it later.

[Shadaza]

Darren Older Jnr. Seeks a new drive!

Darren Older Jnr claims to be making a "spiritual revival" in the F1RWS and wishes to move to a more competetive outfit. Having spent his entire career with backmarker team Mastercard CR Life it is time for Darren Older Jnr and his Cash to move away from the outfit that, throughout this season, has found itself glued to the bottom of the prequalifying time sheets.

CR's last win, and indeed points scoreing result was the opening GP of the 2012 season, which also happened to be Darren Older Jnr's first and only win.

Older seems set to claim a seat at either FAT turbo racing or team Tropico Grand Prix, offering to bring expirience and vital sponsership, reminding everyone that he "won a race once!"

However the future looks bleak for CR, with their talasman driver and his British sponsership set to leave, CR'S continuation in the championship must be called in to question.

"Officially" taking intrest in driving for another team, will literally sign for the first concrete offer!

[SuperAguri]

The future looks fine for CR Motorsport as they will be Tropica GP, you should join Tropica so you can continue your racing life with CR Motorsports

[Shadaza]

The future looks fine for CR Motorsport as they will be Tropica GP, you should join Tropica so you can continue your racing life with CR Motorsports

Oh *pause* OHhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.

CR Motorsports announcer merger with Tropica GP, Darren Older jnr is willing to stay with the promise of Tropica's sand sea and sangria approach to motorsport

Tropica it is!

[TomWazzleshaw]

It's TROPICO! TRO-PRI-CO!

[Shadaza]

It's TROPICO! TRO-PRI-CO!

Oh, so It's named after the game series! So that would be sun, sea and suspicios packages instead.

long live El-Presidente!

[TomWazzleshaw]

It's TROPICO! TRO-PRI-CO!

Oh, so It's named after the game series! So that would be sun, sea and suspicios packages instead.

long live El-Presidente!

That was the plan. It's a little known fact that Daniel Melrose takes a lot of his holidays on the various islands of Tropico

[tristan1117]

American Racing Conglomerate will keep its two drivers for next year.

[Aerospeed]

ACURI AUTOSPORT FOUNDED
Former F1 Driver Andrea Acuri, from San Marino, will be entering the 2014 F1RWRS season. "It's such a great series," he added, "I have lots of money to fund this team, with sponsorship, of course." Acuri will drive the first car, and will hopefully run the team as a privateer. However, if a second driver is necessary, Acuri will most likely hire a pay driver. Acuri himself is NOT a pay driver.

[AndreaModa]

Aha this makes things much easier! As far as CJR signing another driver goes, I'm a bit reluctant to put Christopherson in there as I don't think redbulljack has actually made it clear he'd like his character used in the series. If someone could correct me that'd be appreciated!

Aside from that however...

Castrol Jones Racing make offers to Melrose, Al Faisal

Castrol Jones Racing team boss Sammy Jones has tonight announced his interest in both Daniel Melrose and Saeed Al Faisal filling his spare seat following the sacking of former driver Kay Lon.

"Ideally for these final two races I'd love to be able to sign Daniel" reported Jones, "everyone knows he has so much talent in abundance, I think it would be nice for him to have a couple of rides in competitive machinery before the year is out. It's a shame ArrowTech has dampened his spirit somewhat. I know however that he is looking elsewhere for a full time drive for 2014, so unless he specifically wants the seat, I'm happy for him to just take the two drives this year. It'd be nice for him to re-pay the favour I did for him when I drove the Horizon Motorsport car to victory in the Bud 500 last year.

"If however Daniel decides to go elsewhere and turns down my offer, my second choice would undoubtedly be Saeed Al Faisal who has proven himself to be quite a driver this year, and I think despite his inexperience, he can go on to greater things. He's certainly one I'm evaluating for the long term, and should a deal not work out with Melrose, I'd love to give him some extra seat time with a view to signing him for 2014."

"As for Jack Christopherson, I haven't heard anything from the guy. He's someone who could potentially do great things in the series, but it remains to be seen as of yet whether he's interested in taking part. Should that be the case, yes I'd love to sign him, but I know ArrowTech and Prince Falik are rumoured to be interested in his services."

[Klon]

Lon To Melrose: "Don't Do It!"

Recently sacked Kay Lon was asked about his potential replacements at the team and gave an interesting answer. He told us that he would advise F1 world champion Daniel Melrose to not believe Castrol Jones Racing's offers regarding driving for them in the last two events of the year or even beyond these two races.

When asked why, the German explained that Sammy Jones has been looking to hire Saeed Al Faisal for a very long time once his enormous talent has surfaced and was pointed out to him - according to K. Lon - by his German driver, who also emphasised that he was the very first one to recognise said talent. This leads the German driver to believe that the so-called offer for Melrose is merely supposed to be a short-term attempt to impress potential sponsors and can otherwise be considered "bogus".

A newspaper reporter asked Lon about whether Jones has been trying to force him out to get Al Faisal in which Kay Lon denied strongly, saying that in regards to his release, no true wrong was done to him and that he does not harbour negative feelings toward his former boss. The theories of Jones merely looking for a chance to get rid of Lon are, according to the winner of this years' F1RWRS Mexican Grand Prix, "balderdash".

[Shizuka]

Depends on what answer I get from Aernod, but if you agree to a team with no chassis or engine (unless I can swop the Hart Engine for the shite Ford ED engine we have) then I am sure next season you will have your own racing team

If I can get RotY first! That gives me more credits!

[TomWazzleshaw]

For the record it was the Suzuka charity race, not the Bud 500.

Anyways:

Melrose to drive for Castrol Jones Racing

ArrowTech driver Daniel Melrose is to drive for the Castrol Jones Racing team for the final two races of the F1RWRS season. It is understood Melrose simply paid his way out of the final two races of his ArrowTech contract to get the opportunity. "I have to thank the ArrowTech team for the car they produced which is a very effective machine to drive but at the end of the day it just wasn't a great relationship between me and the team." said Melrose. "I'll also like to thank Mr Jones for the opportunity to drive for his team and I feel sorry for Kay Lon that his tenure with the team had to end like it did. I really hope he finds a drive next year as he is one of the most talented drivers on the grid today."

[MinardiFan95]

Simpson "slightly disappointed" at lack of offers.
Former F1RWRS race winner and current race winner Dave Simpson has admitted to being a bit disappointed at the lack of offers from F1RWRS teams for the 2014 season. Simpson has admitted to turning down the Garry Rogers offer, simply because it would mean breaking the family tradition of being Ford fanatics back home in Australia. "My father would never talk to me again if I raced for a Holden team" stated Simpson when interviewed about this decision. "Arrowtech have also offered me a contract, which seems the best option at this point in time, but I'm slightly worried by the involvement of Prince Falik in that team. I mean, we all know of the Nigerian prince stories in motor racing - just ask anyone who worked for Arrows in '99". Simpson had also stated disappointment at not being offered a contract by Castrol Jones, after being their LFS Cup test driver last year.

[the Masked Lapwing]

Whitechapel announced as 2014 GRM driver
After Dave Simpson said that he would not be driving for Garry Rogers Motorsport in 2014, GRM were quick to announce that Poppy Whitechapel, their 2013 test driver, would race alongside Frank Zimmer next year. Team principal Garry Rogers said "We are pleased to announce Poppy's promotion to full racing driver for next year, as we are pleased with her efforts that have helped GRM to a strong position this year."

[dr-baker]

Wow, a lot has happened since I was last here!

We are naturally devastated to hear the news of Dave McFaste and pass our condolences to his family, who are welcome at our barbeques at any time.

As promised, both Arrowtech cars finished in front of the Foxdales by miles and I came to the Foxdale BBQ with my humble pie, which Autosport photographed me and Douglas having a slice each. Me and Douglas have kissed and made up, I think that is the word, yes yes, so we are all friends again.

I can confirm that we have put our differences behind us, although I would like to point out to Mr Falik that Arrowtech only finished ahead of Foxdale by miles because Foxdale did not finish at all! Running 1-2 at the time of the simutaneous retirement I believe...

If I can get RotY first! That gives me more credits!

Sorry, but I think Foxdale have got that sown up long ago!

[TomWazzleshaw]

If I can get RotY first! That gives me more credits!

Sorry, but I think Foxdale have got that sown up long ago!

No. This award belongs to MRT

[AndreaModa]

I'm delighted to be able to welcome to our team Daniel Melrose, well known to everyone as a prolific former F1 driver, who will be driving for Castrol Jones Racing at the final two races of the 2013 F1RWRS season. Hopefully together we can put in some good results and claim that elusive second place in the Constructors' Championship.

Since I made the offers to Melrose and Al Faisal, I've also learnt that Dave Simpson will be available to sign for next year, a fact which I apologise for overlooking in the hectic driver market. Having been a superb test driver for us during the 2011 F1RLFS Cup season, there's no doubt that due to Dave's experience, and previous work with the team, that I'm interested in his services. With the loss of Embassy Tobacco as a sponsor for next year though, funds for the development of the team aren't as much as they were. Should the team finish in second place in the championship this season, with the extra money that will bring, I have no doubt that Dave will be the first driver we call to sign for next year. However should we fail to reach that position in these final two races, I'm worried that our budget shortfall could result in us requiring funds from elsewhere, at which point Saeed Al Faisal's sponsorship becomes a lot more attractive. Nonetheless both drivers are on our radar, and I'd be delighted with either driving for Castrol Jones Racing next year.

[The Lukas]

Tajner confirmed To Dofasco next season
Dofasco Team Racing confirmed today that one of its race drivers for next season will be 22-year-old Tomislaw Tajner.
"This is just insanely exciting.-Said.
Middle of the contract is supposed to show off Mirko Bosevic.

[Aerospeed]

MELROSE TO NOT RACE WITH ARROWTECH IN BUD 500: REPORT
With the news that former F1 World Champion Daniel Melrose has left ArrowTech to join Castrol Jones Racing, ArrowTech has already fired him from the team. "I respect Mr. Melrose's decision to leave the team," The Fox said in an interview, "but I wasn't expecting him to leave that early! However, I do have to thank him for his services, and we shall move on. The Fox has also said that Melrose's replacement will likely not be driving for the team in 2014, as to avoid two drivers having one-offs for the last two races. "I want to have lots of drivers come in to Jerez to see if they want to have a shot at the second ArrowTech seat. Anyone can come, they'll drive the AT-03 around Jerez for about an hour or so.

Drivers confirmed in the end-of-season ArrowTech Test
Mirko Bosevic
Saeed Al Faisal
Dave Simpson
Kay Lon

(Confirmation is from viewtopic.php?f=8&t=3654&p=108794&hilit=ArrowTech+test#p108794)

(Please PM me if you want a driver to be in the test, thank you.)
EDIT - The email link has been fixed.

I do have to admit, the headline "Lon to Melrose: Don't do it!" is quite hilarious

[Klon]

Please PM me if you want a driver to be in the test, thank you.

Well, since this forum doesn't have said function and there is no mail option obvious to me: Kay Lon wishes to participate in the ArrowTech test.

[Nessafox]

As far as i know Ron has a contract with Phoenix, but i haven't heard anything from Phoenix either.

i guess they made me sign a contract on a waffle instead of paper

[Pointrox]

Bosevic to team up with Acuri for 2014?
Mirko Bosevic is still around when it comes to F1RWRS - after a failed attempt to buy out one of the teams he desperately looks for a drive for 2014, and - since Andrea Acuri announced his entry for the next season - Croatian driver is soon to start talks with Sanmarinese driver.

Bosevic is already appointed for the testing session with ArrowTech later this year.

More details to come.

[SuperAguri]

FAT Turbo Racing disappointed at Melrose.

After annoucing that he would drive for FAT Turbo Racing for free for the next two race and FAT Turbo Racing offered Melrose a 2 race contract, Melrose signed for Castrol Jones Racing. FAT Turbo racing team manager Alex McFaste said, "After losing ma brother, I was devestated but I knew tha Dave would ave liked it for ma to continue. The scunny Melrose made some noise about wantin to drive fa free and I giz him a contract but then the lil scunny signed for Jonese Racing, if I see da scunny git I wa giz him a glaswegian kiss.". A spokesman said that Alex McFaste was up set that Melrose offered his service, was given a contract and verbally agreed to drive for FAT Turbo Racing and then goes and signs for a rival team.

We are currently looking at other drivers to fill the gap and Darren Older Jr or Jari Kekkonen have been offered 2 race contracts to fill the gap.

[Aerospeed]

Jari Kekkonen agrees to FAT Turbo drive: report
The finnish F1RWRS driver, who has not driven in a F1RWRS race since the German Grand Prix, and up until recently was driving for MRT as the third driver, has announced that he will race for FAT Turbo Racing for the last two races of the season. However, that will be all for Kekkonen in F1RWRS, at least for now, as he will be driving for WilliamsF1 in the 2014 F1 season. "I haven't driven in a car for quite some time, being third driver is boring," said Kekkonen in an interview. "I want to race. I've met Daniel numerous times and he's a nice person, and I feel the pain he is going through. It's hard being in a team which for the longest time seemed to be a backmarker. I can't believe he went for ArrowTech this year - how could have Daniel been so stupid??? Oh well, he's out of it now, the last time I saw Mr. Fox he was pissed off that I was leaving. I guess he is laughing all the way to the bank now but look at where I am going! To F1! Hardly anybody in the paddock can do that! I'm so excited... I wish Daniel all the best in the future, he's won quite a lot of races in his F1 career, I wonder if I can do the same."

[the Masked Lapwing]

...look at where I am going! To F1! Hardly anybody in the paddock can do that!

Because almost everybody in the paddock has done that

[SuperAguri]

So to confirm my line up..

Kamaha Motorsports
Barii Mori
Nicolas Steele

Sunshine Infiniti
Shinobu Katayama
Kay Lon

FAT Turbo Racing
Hagane Shizuka
Jari Kekkonen

With Daniel Melrose going to Castol Jones Racing, it just leaves Arrowtech with a seat empty before the soon to be here Japanese GP.

Saeed Al Faisal is a free agent and would be willing to fill in seat for Arrowtech for two races.

[AdrianSutil]

Good and bad news for Mitie Aviation Racing

Mr.Alexander today confirmed the team will indeed compete in next years Championship, but have been dealt a blow by lead driver Stephen Mackintosh, who has decided to leave the team with immediate effect. Whilst Matthias Valsattis will remain for their debut year, Mr.Alexander is now actively seeking a second driver.
"Obviously I'm disappointed Stephen will not be with us next year, but we wish him all the best for the future. We understand there are a few drivers competing this year that don't seem to have a team for next season, so we will be looking into that soon. "
Regarding chassis and engine choice, Mr.Alexander is faced with a bit of a headache.
"Being a new team, we will no doubt be thrust into the wonderful world of pre-qualifying, so we need a quick car to get onto the grid and compete for points. But a quick car brings the problem with reliabilty, as we want to finish as many races next year as possible. So I'll sit down with the team and discuss what route to take."
Rumours around the new team seem to be the Fomet1 chassis as a good choice, whilst the Minardi M187 is the alternative. With engines, no news yet as what route they will go down. But an announcement should be made before the season is out.