F2RWRS - The feeder category of the F1RWRS

[DanielPT]

Simon to Gulf M/Power?

Recent rumours through the F2RWRS paddock suggest that Marie Simon could be joining Gulf M/Power if Dave Anderson goes to another team as expected. Neither Simon, Anderson or team principal Dave Simpson were available for comment, though Simpson had previously stated that he'd like to see Anderson back in the team for 2015.

While I don't want to burst your bubble, may I remind you that if you do sign on Simon, she'll have to miss the first three races thanks to her driving at Indy.

Simon confirms she's had contact.

Marie Simon, in light of recent reports, came forward today confirming that she's "been in contact" in order to try and mount a charge for next year F2RWRS title. The proven race winner didn't mentioned which team or teams contacted her due to "respect for those involved in the negotiations" but nevertheless she was convinced that she will be present on the grid.

[AndreaModa]

CJR Linked to Simon Rumours

Following the revelation that Marie Simon has been contacted by F2RWRS teams for the 2015 season, it has emerged that Castrol Jones Racing has been one of those trying to secure her signature. Team boss Sammy Jones revealed that he valued Simon's approach last year, and dealt well with being in the shadow of obvious team leader Mitchell Macklin who went on to win the series title in 2014.

"What Marie had to put up with at MRT last year was as far as I'm concerned blatant discrimination. Macklin was basically handed that championship on a plate with the support he received from that team. Marie instead had to cope with being forever in the kid's shadow. I think she's a superb driver with good potential, and the rumours are true that we have been in talks with her about potentially securing her a seat for 2015. Alongside Hawkin, we'd have one of the best line-ups on the grid."

It's unclear yet however whether Simon will sign for CJR, or any of the other teams that are known to be courting her.

[Pointrox]

Hydook confirms McCracken
After Johannes Rueckert was suspended for the first race of 2015 F2RWRS season, there have been some rumors regarding who will take his place in the #16 Hydook.
It was revealed today by Anton Bosevic, who decided to give Phil McCracken a go on the season starting Tasman Grand Prix.

Anton Bosevic, team principal: "I'm happy to welcome Phil to the team; I'm glad the team managed to conclude this deal and we will start the season with both cars on the grid, running two talented drivers".

[Wizzie]

Gulf M/Power


Melrose Racing Team


Hydook

(Don't worry about the different driver names right now, I'll sort that out once all the team liveries are done)

[AdrianSutil]

Can someone design a livery for Mitie please?

Requirements:

Front and rear wing black
Sidepods White
rest of car dark blue
Eurotunnel badge on space between front wheel and barge board
a 'Drubnik' logo, in black, on sidepods
Holden on engine cover
Don't know what numbers I can have but I'm not fussed which ones are available
'Mitie' badge on rear wing (Its our logo on the Mitie wiki page)
Adidas logo on rear wing end plates

Thanks in advance

[tommykl]

In order to paint the car for next year, I'll need to know what sponsors Albertini brings. If possible, I'll make two separate liveries.

[Nuppiz]

Hydook confirms McCracken
After Johannes Rueckert was suspended for the first race of 2015 F2RWRS season, there have been some rumors regarding who will take his place in the #16 Hydook.
It was revealed today by Anton Bosevic, who decided to give Phil McCracken a go on the season starting Tasman Grand Prix.

Anton Bosevic, team principal: "I'm happy to welcome Phil to the team; I'm glad the team managed to conclude this deal and we will start the season with both cars on the grid, running two talented drivers".

McCracken feels positive about driving for Hydook
Scottish driver Phil McCracken, who was recently confirmed to be Johannes Rueckert's replacement at the inaugural round of the 2015 Tasman Gran Prix, is very happy about being able to race in F2RWRS again: "Aye, I had already star'ed to feel bored because the Masters don't keep me very occupied these days. Ev'n tho' it's only a one-off drive, it's very nice to be stirrin' it up with the younger 'uns. If I do well, maybe it's no the last time you see me in a RWRS grid. But let's quit the talk now, fancy a pint mate? Ahh, fine brew, this McEwans...

Yes, my fake Scottish accent sucks.

[Wizzie]

I'm thinking of trialing a concept for this year where everyone nominates one-three tracks where their driver/s will doing ridiculously well at and one-three tracks where they'll suck massively at in a further step towards my idea of realism but I'll thrash out more of the details later once I can be bothered. Right now, the best idea I have is that the nominated races will look like this:

Bonus:
A driver's home race (Or race that's closest to their home)
1 nominated by driver owner

Penalty:
2 nominated by driver owner

[Stramala]

I'm thinking of trialing a concept for this year where everyone nominates one-three tracks where their driver/s will doing ridiculously well at and one-three tracks where they'll suck massively at in a further step towards my idea of realism but I'll thrash out more of the details later once I can be bothered. Right now, the best idea I have is that the nominated races will look like this:

Bonus:
A driver's home race (Or race that's closest to their home)
1 nominated by driver owner

Penalty:
2 nominated by driver owner

-1. I really don't see the point. Change for the sake of change. Home race perhaps, but none of this penalty nonsense.

[AdrianSutil]

Personally, home race only. That would make a lot of sense. 'Driver knowledge' or 'fans support' and all that

[Phoenix]

Can someone make a livery for Aeroracing Engineering please? This is how I'd like it to look:
-Body: metallic orange and metallic yellow.
-Branding:

Repsol: engine cover, and front plate of rear wing, as well as the plates of the front wing.
Dark Dog: side plates of front and rear wing.
Camel: sidepods.
Audi: engine cover and rear plate of rear wing.

-Rims: metallic orange.

Thanks

[DanielPT]

Personally, home race only. That would make a lot of sense. 'Driver knowledge' or 'fans support' and all that

If you want to make it real, after a home race is chose you will toss a coin to decide if we have a Rubens or a Mansell. Or a neutral one...

[AndreaModa]

Yeah, I'm not a fan of the good/bad races idea. Each driver has his/her consistency level which already deals with this.

[Wizzie]

Home race only it is then. As far as I understand, so far, all the home races should be fairly straightforward this year except Kremnicky's will be at Germany due to it being the closest race to Slovakia and Nash's will be at Road America due to Winnipeg being closer to Wisconsin than Indianapolis.

[This]

I however support this idea, just because if else, it would mean my driver will not have any good races at all...

[Wizzie]

Drivers, Team Owners to join F1 Rejects TV

Today, F1 Rejects TV has announced that all the drivers and team owners in all three categories have been invited to participate in next year's coverage of the F2RWRS and F3RWRS as guest commentators and expert analysts. While many of the races next year will only be available as highlight packages commentated by various faces of the series, the following races will be given the full race coverage treatment over the 2015 season:

2015 F2RWRS Tasman Grand Prix
2015 F2RWRS Monaco Grand Prix
2015 F2RWRS German Grand Prix
2015 F2RWRS Fedex 100
2015 F3RWRS Monaco SuperPrix
2015 F3RWRS Spa SuperPrix
2015 F3RWRS Surfer SuperPrix

While no official word as to who specifically has been invited, the word in the paddock is former World Champions Daniel Melrose and Rhys Davies as well Scuderia Alitalia team boss Alasdair Lindsay will be regular commentators for the races.

[eurobrun]

Drivers, Team Owners to join F1 Rejects TV

Today, F1 Rejects TV has announced that all the drivers and team owners in all three categories have been invited to participate in next year's coverage of the F2RWRS and F3RWRS as guest commentators and expert analysts. While many of the races next year will only be available as highlight packages commentated by various faces of the series, the following races will be given the full race coverage treatment over the 2015 season:

2015 F2RWRS Tasman Grand Prix
2015 F2RWRS Monaco Grand Prix
2015 F2RWRS German Grand Prix
2015 F2RWRS Fedex 100
2015 F3RWRS Monaco SuperPrix
2015 F3RWRS Spa SuperPrix
2015 F3RWRS Surfer SuperPrix

While no official word as to who specifically has been invited, the word in the paddock is former World Champions Daniel Melrose and Rhys Davies as well Scuderia Alitalia team boss Alasdair Lindsay will be regular commentators for the races.

Jason Hamilton is interested in being a guest commentator while he recovers from his injuries.

(OOC: If I can get a cheap microphone then I will be in this)

[Stramala]

Drivers, Team Owners to join F1 Rejects TV

Today, F1 Rejects TV has announced that all the drivers and team owners in all three categories have been invited to participate in next year's coverage of the F2RWRS and F3RWRS as guest commentators and expert analysts. While many of the races next year will only be available as highlight packages commentated by various faces of the series, the following races will be given the full race coverage treatment over the 2015 season:

2015 F2RWRS Tasman Grand Prix
2015 F2RWRS Monaco Grand Prix
2015 F2RWRS German Grand Prix
2015 F2RWRS Fedex 100
2015 F3RWRS Monaco SuperPrix
2015 F3RWRS Spa SuperPrix
2015 F3RWRS Surfer SuperPrix

While no official word as to who specifically has been invited, the word in the paddock is former World Champions Daniel Melrose and Rhys Davies as well Scuderia Alitalia team boss Alasdair Lindsay will be regular commentators for the races.

Jason Hamilton is interested in being a guest commentator while he recovers from his injuries.

(OOC: If I can get a cheap microphone then I will be in this)

Scuderia Alitalia S.p.A. would like to remind F1 Rejects TV that should the settlement offer in the CAS case be accepted, Mr Lindsay would be banned from participating in this, unless they were willing to make an exception for this. Otherwise, Gigi Pazzini seems keen to give commentary a try.

[Klon]

If that cheap headset I bought does it job properly, Kay Lon might prove that he is the Best In The World™ at what he does ... including commentary.

[tommykl]

If you need an experienced driver in your line-up, De Bock is there. If you need a driver who knows what it's like driving these cars and is willing to share his experience, Swerts is available when he's not driving. Finally, if you need a driver who'll gladly take an opportunity to whine about his inevitable bad results, Laurent Seron will be there as well if he's not driving.

[Stramala]

RonDen Racing Engineering's 2015 car skins are complete!

Minor changes are;

• Oversized Lancia logos on engine cover rescaled
• Front wing logos colour modified for clearer image
• Sidepod inaccuracy corrected
• TVL logos underneath rear wing corrected

Shortly afterwards, Scuderia Alitalia unveiled their 2015 livery...only to realise they cocked up, withdrew the livery and had to re-do the logos!

Bizzarri offered consolation package by Alitalia

Former Trueba driver Marco Bizzarri has yet to find employment for 2015. However, the team he has just been dropped from in F2RWRS has offered him a lifeline - a test & reserve driver role with the F2RWRS team accompanied by a full-time drive in the 2015 Rejects of LFS season.

"We are sorry to Marco for the way things have gone," said Andrea Sassetti. "Andrej was a driver we were watching and desperate to get, and we also needed to make sure the members of our existing young driver program were given a fair shot, so we ran out of room for him. But, we are still offering him a full season of racing with us next year, albeit not at the same level. If another F2RWRS team comes along and hires him we won't expect him to stick with us. But, we are still an option open to him should his F2RWRS ambitions not lead anywhere this year."

[AndreaModa]

Jones to join commentating panel?

Sammy Jones has declared his interest in featuring in a number of race commentaries for F1 Rejects TV for the F2RWRS and F3RWRS 2015 seasons alongside already mentioned names Daniel Melrose, Rhys Davies and Alisdair Lindsay. Jones was quoted as saying,

"I've always fancied taking a route into commentary once my racing career is over, and I think this is the ideal chance to try my hand at it. I really hope the boys at F1RTV consider my offer of my services to the channel will be considered. I'd love to be a part of it."

[Stramala]

Jones to join commentating panel?

Sammy Jones has declared his interest in featuring in a number of race commentaries for F1 Rejects TV for the F2RWRS and F3RWRS 2015 seasons alongside already mentioned names Daniel Melrose, Rhys Davies and Alisdair Lindsay. Jones was quoted as saying,

"I've always fancied taking a route into commentary once my racing career is over, and I think this is the ideal chance to try my hand at it. I really hope the boys at F1RTV consider my offer of my services to the channel will be considered. I'd love to be a part of it."

Imagine Sammy Jones and Alasdair Lindsay commentating on the same race!

"I am the most magnificent expert analyst on TV ever, and Scottish people are knobheads"
"F**K OFF YA PIKEY B*****D!!!!!"
"Indeed, Scuderia Alitalia just did f**k off, into the gravel trap, ha!"
"BASTIAAN! YOU F***ING EEJIT! I'LL DEAL WAE THE SASSENACH LATER, THIS POT SMOKIN' PRICK IS TAKING THE PISS NOW!!!!!" (leaves commentary box to punch the lights out of Bastiaan van Nieuwenhuijzen trackside).

[Klon]

Kazama about to jump to F2RWRS?

Reigning F3RWRS champion Tomo Kazama has announced her intention to sign with Falik Arrows after a successful test with the Nigerian team. While her mentor Kay Lon made it clear that he'd prefer her to stay in F3RWRS and defend her title, she said that "Kay just doesn't know that risking it all in a new series is just a lot more fun!"

[This]

[*]TVL logos underneath rear wing corrected

Oh, that was actually an epic fail so you could have kept it that way

[FMecha]

Kazama about to jump to F2RWRS?

Reigning F3RWRS champion Tomo Kazama has announced her intention to sign with Falik Arrows after a successful test with the Nigerian team. While her mentor Kay Lon made it clear that he'd prefer her to stay in F3RWRS and defend her title, she said that "Kay just doesn't know that risking it all in a new series is just a lot more fun!"

I guess I had to return to Gulf M/Power, nee Simpson.

[AdrianSutil]

Mitie Aviation Holden sign Lilly and Davidson.

Mr.Alexander today announced the Mitie line-up for the 2015 season in the F2 series. The team make their F2 bow in 2015 with two drivers full of confidence for the year ahead. Ashley Lilly competed in the second half of 2014 for the Junior side, taking a well-deserved win at Spa, the Junior team's first win. "Im delighted the team have promoted me to the F2 series for next year so soon", said Englishman Lilly. "Ive been working hard on my fitness recently and am fully charged for the year ahead."
Australian Scott Davidson signs after impressing in private tests two weeks ago, confirming what many in the paddock thought, an Australian driver to support the tie-up with new engine supplier Holden. "I was very happy with how the test went, and am looking to improve my abilities as the year progresses", said 18 year-old Davidson.

Mr.Alexander also commented on the team and their drivers chances for next season. "I believe we will be in pre-qualifying, which is not ideal but that's what happens to the new teams. It gives us a chance to prove ourselves against those around us early on, so after a race or two we should see where we are in terms of performance. Ashley Lilly impressed us greatly with his win at Spa last season, so he will Be looking to build on that performance early on whilst Scott Davidson has the potential to be a great driver. I'm sure the help from Holden too will be a benefit to us." But does the boss think they have a realistic chance of race wins? "It really depends on where we are compared to other cars. We know the Holden engine is the quickest out there in a straight line, but does suffer from reliability issues. So hopefully they can be rectified soon.
The chassis is currently being built and we will begin testing after the F1 season has finished. I can confirm however, the chassis number will be called the MAH-001."
Wether or not Mitie Aviation Holden can set the F2 series alight from day one remains to be seen, but it's always refreshing to see a new team make plans for the season ahead. "Well yes, all too often we see new teams struggle to develop the car and make progress, usually due to financial problems", explained Ashley Lilly. "But we have the continued income from David Neuberg's family sponsor, and that has basically helped us fund the needs to run the F2 team." Mr.Alexander confirmed his drivers comment, adding, "Its true. Drubnik have invested a lot Of money into the team, which is why we've allowed their name to appear on the car in a prominent way. Without their continued financial support, we would struggle to run the Junior team and would certainly not have an F2 team. So it's all thanks to them for their continued help."

[Wizzie]

1. I'll get around to doing the MA livery eventually
2. Since Davidson is a completely new driver to the RWRS, I need a brief description of his qualifying and racing style so I can make a performance calculation based on it.

[AdrianSutil]

1. I'll get around to doing the MA livery eventually
2. Since Davidson is a completely new driver to the RWRS, I need a brief description of his qualifying and racing style so I can make a performance calculation based on it.

1. There's no rush mate
2. Davidson's stats: I'm gonna by hyping him up as a very good prospect, with him being only 18. Think Paul Di Resta from 2011: Not a bad qualifier, always within the midfield. On race day he's usually clear of any trouble, keeps it out the barrier and challenges the back-half of the front-runners. Odd silly spin here and there too. Has a very cool head for an 18 year-old, very mature. Does that help?

[Wizzie]

2. Davidson's stats: I'm gonna by hyping him up as a very good prospect, with him being only 18. Think Paul Di Resta from 2011: Not a bad qualifier, always within the midfield. On race day he's usually clear of any trouble, keeps it out the barrier and challenges the back-half of the front-runners. Odd silly spin here and there too. Has a very cool head for an 18 year-old, very mature. Does that help?

That's perfect mate. I'll just have to do all my estimations for the F3RWRS drivers already moving up this year before I do Davidson

[AdrianSutil]

2. Davidson's stats: I'm gonna by hyping him up as a very good prospect, with him being only 18. Think Paul Di Resta from 2011: Not a bad qualifier, always within the midfield. On race day he's usually clear of any trouble, keeps it out the barrier and challenges the back-half of the front-runners. Odd silly spin here and there too. Has a very cool head for an 18 year-old, very mature. Does that help?

That's perfect mate. I'll just have to do all my estimations for the F3RWRS drivers already moving up this year before I do Davidson

Would it help if I gave you Lilly's stats too? If so, have him down as a better qualifier than Davidson but the same in race trim

[Wizzie]

2. Davidson's stats: I'm gonna by hyping him up as a very good prospect, with him being only 18. Think Paul Di Resta from 2011: Not a bad qualifier, always within the midfield. On race day he's usually clear of any trouble, keeps it out the barrier and challenges the back-half of the front-runners. Odd silly spin here and there too. Has a very cool head for an 18 year-old, very mature. Does that help?

That's perfect mate. I'll just have to do all my estimations for the F3RWRS drivers already moving up this year before I do Davidson

Would it help if I gave you Lilly's stats too? If so, have him down as a better qualifier than Davidson but the same in race trim

In Lilly's case, I based it mostly on previous F3RWRS results.

[AdrianSutil]

In Lilly's case, I based it mostly on previous F3RWRS results.

Yeah I suppose that's fair for everyone.

[MinardiFan95]

I guess I had to return to Gulf M/Power, nee Simpson.

No need to be so disappointed, we're expecting that our new car will be much better than last years, and to be honest, you did a great job, it was just the car failing at the most unfortunate times.

[The Lukas]

Cieslar Dofasco driver to F2RWRS to 2015 season
after the announcement that the team Dofasco Lukoil Racing will participate in F2RWRS to 2015 Season,and after signing a contract with Audi for the supply of engines for the team in F2RWRS.There was no information on the preparations for the season,were also rumors about the resignation of F2RWRS.But team executives deny the rumors,also found the driver
which will be raced in F2RWRS to next season it is the Wojciech Cieslar,who last raced in F3RWRS to Dofasco Junior Racing without success.

[tommykl]

For the purpose of determining Swerts and Seron's schedules for next year, I need to know when F2RWRS and F3RWRS clash. As far as I know, the F3RWRS supports the following F2RWRS rounds:

Australia
Turkey
Monaco
Great Britain
Germany
Belgium
Italy
Japan

With the following races clashing with each other:

South Africa (F2)/USA (F3)
USA (F2)/Surfers (F3)

If that is the case, here are the races each driver will drive:

Tasmania - Seron
South Africa - Seron
Turkey - Swerts
Monaco - Seron
France - Swerts
Great Britain - Swerts
Germany - Seron
Netherlands - Swerts
Belgium - Swerts
Portugal - Swerts
Italy - Seron
Singapore - Swerts
Japan - Seron
USA - Seron
FedEx 100 - Swerts

Also, Pointrox, I need to know if Albertini has any requirements regarding sponsors.

[Pointrox]

Also, Pointrox, I need to know if Albertini has any requirements regarding sponsors.

Not many - just put this somewhere on my car

[tommykl]

Also, Pointrox, I need to know if Albertini has any requirements regarding sponsors.

Not many - just put this somewhere on my car

Ok, thanks!

That means that the following sponsors will appear on both cars: Gillet, Dexia, Belgacom, Sprimoglass

Plus Ecurie Albertini for Albertini and Broze and Quick for Swerts and Seron.

[This]

That means that the following sponsors will appear on both cars: Dexia

Oh, you're sponsored by a bank that doesn't exist anymore! (Truth be told, Belfius sounds horrible )

[tommykl]

That means that the following sponsors will appear on both cars: Dexia

Oh, you're sponsored by a bank that doesn't exist anymore! (Truth be told, Belfius sounds horrible )

Belfius does sound terrible, but I will have to change.