Phoenix wrote:I'd like if for next season we could have the points system we have since last year in F1. With this system it's always the same teams scoring.
Autosport wrote:Sammy Jones Backs Current F1RWRS Points System
"There's nowt wrong with it, plus it makes scoring points feel like much more of an achievement." said the team owner and driver.
watka wrote:I find it amusing that whilst you're one of the more openly Christian guys here, you are still first and foremost associated with an eye for the ladies!
MCard LOLAdinizintheoven wrote:GOOD CHRISTIANS do not go to jail. EVERYONE ON FORMULA ONE REJECTS should be in jail.
Kay Lon wrote:Well. I can't believe it, this is amazing. I mean, it's known that I am a good driver, but man, not even I dared to think of points in our first race, let alone this miracle. Special thanks to Sammy Jones for having me and to my mechanics, the guys back at home and Ford. I couldn't have done it without all of you. I really feel loved by this team and I hope to give them said love back with more amazing results. It's now all up to me, nothing blocking me unlike in my ... former team. Are you surprised you can't find Morii? I'll tell you where he is. He's somewhere, praying to his god above and asking how he could allow this to happen. His poor soul must be shattered into small, little pieces. I almost feel sorry for him. Well, enough of this, we will have to focus on the next race. We're still in prequalifying and have the chance to drop out of the game.
Autosport wrote:Kay Lon to be sued by Kamaha Motorsports
Kamaha motorsports have delivered a writ to it's former driver Kay Lon for his underperformance in the first two races in the season before he was fired, their lawyer Suu Yuu Haa Da had this to say "After Kay Lons win, it was clear to us that he was not driving to his fullest as he qualified both times over a second slower then the time posted by Barii Mori, he then retired very soon in the race only for him to bitch and moan to press. He claims he was blocked by Kamaha during his time here and we have proof that he was not, he was just driving poorly.", Barii Mori refused to answer any questions except to say "I have been told not to say anything to the press, except for that of course, and that and I can also say that we look forward to seeing Mr Lon in court. Thank you, no more questions.". An unnamed Kamaha employee said "Last year he was a dedicated driver but after losing the championship he became a different person, we all felt let down by him after his piss poor efforts, especially as Barii Mori did a lot to buy the team and to make sure the team was competitive". It is unclear what benefit Kamaha would gain by suing it's former driver, but we understand that they are claiming the 6 months wages that he was paid as well as a possible slander settlement. Neither Kay Lon nor anyone from Jones Racing was available to comment at the time.
Autosport wrote:Hagane Shizuka not fired
After his performance and interview in which he said he was going to be fired, Shinji Zanmai has come out and said that they have no plans to do so, he said "We like to assure Hagane Shizuka that he is not fired, he did a fantastic job in Mexico and he could have won. We are working hard to improve the car as we believe that Us and Foxdale do have the fastest cars in the field but we can not finish a race due to mechanical issues and for that we must apologise to Shizuka and Katayama.".
Autosport wrote:Shinobu Katayama hurt at male jibe by the F1RWRS
Shinobu Katayama has told the F1RWRS that they should pay more attention to the drivers as she was called he, after her retirement in Mexico. "I believe that they did this last season as they called Pippa Mann a he too, do they think the bumps on our chest are air bags or something? I am demanding a full apology from the F1RWRS!".
Daniel Melrose wrote:While I am a supporter of women's rights and the like, I do believe the claims by Katayama seem a bit excessive. It would be perfectly reasonable to believe these "jibes" were honest mistakes by the commentators trying to keep up with the action the new rules have created.
As to the court case I will be more than happy to support Mr Lon in court as I understand the situation he went though. Off the back of my third world championship in 2007 I was faced with the prospect of driving the BMW F1.08 which simply didn't gel with my driving style aswell as being simply not quick enough and for the first few races it was an incredibly demoralising prospect after being in contention the season before. I believe Mr Lon faced a similar experience at the beginning of the season with the singular exception that he didn't have a supportive team behind him like I did at BMW.
Biscione wrote:"Some Turkemenistani gulag repurposed for residential use" is the best way yet I've heard to describe North / East Glasgow.
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F1RWRS Old Points System Championship
Drivers
Pos-Driver TAS | BAT | MEX |Pts Best
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-1 - Mark Dagnall 1st | 1st | Ret | 32 (2 Wins, 2 Fastest Laps)
-2 - Rhys Davies 4th | 2nd | 5th | 26 (2th)
-3 - Daniel Melrose 5th | 4th | 2nd | 26 (2th)
-4 - Dave Simpson 6th | 3rd | 4th | 23 (3th)
-5 - Kay Lon Ret | Ret | 1st | 15 (1 Win)
-6 - Daniel Martins 8th | Ret | 3rd | 13 (3th)
-7 - Chris Dagnall 2nd | Ret | Ret | 12 (2th)
-8 - Aurelian Moll 3rd | Ret | Ret | 10 (3th)
-9 - Nathaniel Spencer Ret | 5th | 9th | 8 (5th)
10 - Hagane Shizuka 7th | 7th | Ret | 8 (7th)
11 - Phillipe Nicolas Ret | 6th | 10th | 6 (6th)
12 - John Zimmer - | - | 6th | 5 (6th)
13 - Gary Cameron Ret | Ret | 7th | 4 (7th)
14 - Douglas Mann Ret | Ret | Ret | 4 (16th, 3 Poles, 1 Fastest Lap)
15 - Yu Hiang Hao Ret | 8th | DNPQ | 3 (8th)
16 - Jari Kekkonen Ret | Ret | 8th | 3 (8th)
17 - Shinobu Katayama Ret | 9th | Ret | 2 (9th)
18 - Saeed Al Faisal Ret | Ret | Ret | 0 (10th)
19 - Sammy Jones - | - | Ret | 0 (11th)
20 - Thomas de Bock Ret | Ret | Ret | 0 (13th)
21 - Colin Pratchett Ret | Ret | DNPQ | 0 (13th)
22 - Phoenix McAllister Ret | Ret | Ret | 0 (15th)
23 - Jesus Plaza Ret | Ret | DNPQ | 0 (16th)
24 - Barii Mori Ret | Ret | Ret | 0 (17th)
25 - Resi Respati Ret | Ret | DNPQ | 0 (17th)
26 - Pippa Mann Ret | Ret | Ret | 0 (18th)
27 - Dave McFaste Ret | Ret | Ret | 0 (18th)
28 - Ashley Watkinson Ret | Ret | Ret | 0 (18th)
29 - Nicolas Steele DNPQ | DNPQ | Ret | 0 (22th)
30 - David Koczo DNPQ | DNPQ | Ret | 0 (25th)
31 - Andrea Massini DNQ | DNQ | DNQ | 0 (DNQ in 27th 2 times)
32 - Darren Older Jr DNQ | DNQ | DNQ | 0 (DNQ in 27th 1 times)
33 - Tristan Jung DNPQ | DNPQ | DNPQ | 0 (5th Fastest Pre Qualifying Time)
34 - Richie White DNPQ | DNPQ | DNPQ | 0 (8th Fastest Pre Qualifying Time)
35 - Giovanni Roda DNPQ | DNPQ | DNPQ | 0 (8th Fastest Pre Qualifying Time)
36 - Damon Cannon DNPQ | DNPQ | DNPQ | 0 (9th Fastest Pre Qualifying Time)
37 - Todd Cockburn DNPQ | DNPQ | DNPQ | 0 (10th Fasest Pre Qualifying Time)
38 - Frank Zimmer DNPQ | DNPQ | DNPQ | 0 (14th Fastest Pre Qualifying Time)
39 - Phil McCraken DNPQ | DNPQ | DNPQ | 0 (15th Fastest Pre Qualifying Time)
40 - Dean O'Lauchlan DNPQ | DNPQ | DNPQ | 0 (16th Fastest Pre Qualifying Time)
Teams
-1 - Dagnall 44
-2 - Arrowtech 39
-3 - Prospec 27
-4 - HRT 26
-5 - Jones Racing 15
-6 - MRT 14
-7 - Sunshine 10
-8 - Gillet 10
-9 - Calinetic 5
10 - Foxdale 4
11 - Phoenix 3
12 - Flying Fish 3
13 - FAT 0
14 - American Racing 0
15 - Kahama 0
16 - CR 0
17 - Shock of Lightning 0
18 - Trueba 0
19 - InterCorse 0
20 - Horizon 0
Fetzie on Ferrari wrote:How does a driver hurtling around a race track while they're sous-viding in their overalls have a better understanding of the race than a team of strategy engineers in an air-conditioned room?l
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14:03 RaikkonenPlsCare There's some water in waterEast Londoner wrote:So much for Shock Of The Lightning's upgrades.
Kay Lon wrote:Pre-Qualifying is a case of "job done". We didn't excel, but there was no need to. Although it is indeed a interesting session, if only for the achievements of Al Faisal. I might have to suggest to Sammy that we sign this possible star as a reserve/test driver as soon as possible. His marketing value for his home region is invalueable and I think he has the potential to become as good as I am if tutored by the right mentor.
Oh, and I have nothing much to say to the suggested lawsuit. I have arguments proving Moori's blantant mobbing and conspiring against my person so we will wait and see what happens there.
Nicolas Steele wrote:Whoever said that I was a piece of sod can walk!
Autosport wrote:Horizon to be merged into MRT at end of season
With doubts over the team's long term survival Horizon Motorsport is to be merged into MRT next season. Under the deal half of all the credits from the sale of Horizon's equipment and bank accounts at the end of the season will go to MRT while the other half will go to the F1 Rejects World Council. Apparently some of these funds will be used to establish a feeder series for the F1RWRS. More details to follow
Biscione wrote:"Some Turkemenistani gulag repurposed for residential use" is the best way yet I've heard to describe North / East Glasgow.
Chris Dagnall said:
I think my experience definitely paid off here, seeing how Douglas, and specially Katayama and my son Mark seemed to struggle a bit here. Shizuka pulled together an amazing lap and that was impossible to achieve but we´re happy with our efforts so far. I hope to leave behind the problems I suffered in the last two races and score a podium.
Mark Dagnall said:
** Passes by with techno blasting off his headphones and a giant can of Monster energy drink on his hand
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14:03 RaikkonenPlsCare There's some water in waterDaniel Martins wrote:Obviously we did not expected to be so far off the pace this weekend. It's clear that our car doesn't work here as it worked in the last race. The only thing I hope for is to enjoy myself, have good battles and finish the race in a decent position. Then move on to more competitive weekends!
watka wrote:I find it amusing that whilst you're one of the more openly Christian guys here, you are still first and foremost associated with an eye for the ladies!
MCard LOLAdinizintheoven wrote:GOOD CHRISTIANS do not go to jail. EVERYONE ON FORMULA ONE REJECTS should be in jail.
dr-baker wrote:So the real question here is... Neither the Kamaha nor Foxdale teams have got a car to the finish yet this season. Which team will get a finish first?
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14:03 RaikkonenPlsCare There's some water in waterShizuka wrote:dr-baker wrote:So the real question here is... Neither the Kamaha nor Foxdale teams have got a car to the finish yet this season. Which team will get a finish first?
As a former Foxdale (...I guess I can say that!) driver, I think you will. And to extend the question: who will score a point first, the answer is the same.
I hope you're right. Three double DNFs in a row for two teams... What are the odds?watka wrote:I find it amusing that whilst you're one of the more openly Christian guys here, you are still first and foremost associated with an eye for the ladies!
MCard LOLAdinizintheoven wrote:GOOD CHRISTIANS do not go to jail. EVERYONE ON FORMULA ONE REJECTS should be in jail.
Shinji Zanmai wrote:Fantastic pole for the team, we are really pleased that Hagane [Shizuka] has raised his game and has got the first non Douglas Mann pole of the season. We are hopeful that in the race he might win and as long as he pushes the car then we shall be pleased. Shinobu Katayama suffered yet another technical gremlin which robbed her of 3rd gear for most of her runs, still she did well considering the lack of acceleration between low speed corners and straights.
Barii Mori wrote:Well I am very pleased that Nicolas [Steele] managed to out qualify me in his second race, I am sure if we do not get idiots crashing into us then we might get some points. I am glad to see that Mr Lon is helping our court case with his mouth. I can say that the court case has been finalised just after the 6th race of the season, I tell you journalists that you are in for a great drama.
The Fox wrote:In response to our dreadful qualifying showing, Don't give up, Martins and Melrose!
Jari Kekkonen wrote:The car felt shaky and I thought for about two laps that I wasn't going to qualify. However, my mechanic kindly reminded me about the CR's being dreadfully slow, and that I had already beat them by a considerable amount of time, so I rested easy. Besides, I needed to preserve tyres anyways, since I could feel them going off. I hope I have a far better preformance during the race rather than my awful showing at Qualifying.
Phoenix McAllister wrote:The car is feeling absolutely awful. Something's going on with it, seems everything's wrong. My engineers are already working on a deep workout to sort the car as much as we can. However, it is bollocks that we'll go into prequalifying by mid-season. I don't know who Chris Dagnall is to blurt that shite, but we'll prove him wrong.
Aerond wrote:Katayama is the very first man to pit, showing that his cards are for a three stop strategy against the standard two. On lap 23 Chris Dagnall is out, just as the first round of stops starts for the 2-stoppers. Douglas Mann is the next man out, while Watkinson isn´t able to hold his position against Katayama after the pitstop, and then, Pippa Mann retires, for a complete Foxdale disaster.
ROTR: Foxdale -- Fast car but awful reliability mean that title favourites are yet to finish a race.
watka wrote:I find it amusing that whilst you're one of the more openly Christian guys here, you are still first and foremost associated with an eye for the ladies!
MCard LOLAdinizintheoven wrote:GOOD CHRISTIANS do not go to jail. EVERYONE ON FORMULA ONE REJECTS should be in jail.
dr-baker wrote:Aerond wrote:Katayama is the very first man to pit, showing that his cards are for a three stop strategy against the standard two. On lap 23 Chris Dagnall is out, just as the first round of stops starts for the 2-stoppers. Douglas Mann is the next man out, while Watkinson isn´t able to hold his position against Katayama after the pitstop, and then, Pippa Mann retires, for a complete Foxdale disaster.
ROTR: Foxdale -- Fast car but awful reliability mean that title favourites are yet to finish a race.
I don't think Katayama was the first MAN to pit, unless she has had a sex-change at some point...
And Foxdale become the only team to have a double-DNF every race this season? Is there anything that can be done to adjust this, Aerond? Please? Pretty please? With a cherry on top? It'll need a miracle for us to overcome this to win the championship now...
Rhys Davies wrote:More points, brilliant! It is annoying that mostly we need to rely on others crashing or blowing up, but at least we can finish. Congratulations to Ashley on the podium!
Frank Zimmer wrote:If Horizon don't pick up, I'm outta here. Unless I'm definitely going to get a spot at the unified team.
John Zimmer wrote:Well, I already scored a point this season. Maybe, just maybe, we can quailfy again and score some more to keep us out of pre-quali.
Biscione wrote:"Some Turkemenistani gulag repurposed for residential use" is the best way yet I've heard to describe North / East Glasgow.
Biscione wrote:"Some Turkemenistani gulag repurposed for residential use" is the best way yet I've heard to describe North / East Glasgow.
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14:03 RaikkonenPlsCare There's some water in waterIt was a nice afternoon. I didn't expected to be this high, but given the current attrition rate, it was not that much of a surprise in the end. I gave it all and managed 7th, only one place short of a point, which is probably the best it could be done today. We have to keep working and improving to try and grab some more points!
Sammy Jones wrote:Another great podium for Kay, I'm really pleased he's been able to unlock the potential of our car which clearly has good overall pace. We both had a strong qualifying also, and I was feeling confident for the race but there was a problem with the engine, we're waiting on Ford to get back to us with what exactly the problem is, but hopefully we'll have stuff sorted out for the next race so we can get our first double finish!
Kay Lon wrote:A very good podium, the guys worked perfectly and I am as good as always. I do expect to challenge for the world title now, but we have to stay concentrated. From what I have heard, we have an engine update for the next race. Furthermore, it is with great joy that I can announce a sponsorship agreement between Avira and myself (and Castrol Jones Racing in extension), giving us free antivirus software in exchange for a spot on the car and the helmet.
