F2RWRS - The feeder category of the F1RWRS

[the Masked Lapwing]

Since when did I have a contract with Aston Martin in 2015.

Since now! I remember saying "test drive for rest of 2014, pending full-time drive in 2015" or something like that

Why complain?

Because the 6th placed team is obviously better than 3rd

Also:

We will not appeal Tommy's suspended ban, especially after I was so outspoken about drivers doing that both last year and during this year's race.

But look on the bright side - there is, at the moment, a fair chance of Tommy driving in the F1RWRS next season, if I can't find another driver.

Because if I don't have him race for Holden then Hamilton's career is over

I don't see how Glotch driving for HRT would help Hamilton's career either. What if I were to decide to hang on to him? (And no, I don't particularly want Glotch either. I'm very picky like that.)

[eurobrun]

It would have helped Hamilton's career because it meant you wouldn't sign someone else for the whole season and therefore sack Hamilton.

[Wizzie]

It would have helped Hamilton's career because it meant you wouldn't sign someone else for the whole season and therefore sack Hamilton.

Considering Hamilton has spent most of the year taking Nash to the cleaners and back, I'd assume there'd be a drive waiting for him at the Young Lions team once he proves his fitness.

If Rhys decides otherwise however, I'll probably have to talk some sense into the muppet

[JeremyMcClean]

It would have helped Hamilton's career because it meant you wouldn't sign someone else for the whole season and therefore sack Hamilton.

Considering Hamilton has spent most of the year taking Nash to the cleaners and back, I'd assume there'd be a drive waiting for him at the Young Lions team once he proves his fitness.

If Rhys decides otherwise however, I'll probably have to talk some sense into the muppet

Makes sense....

Well I can't confirm anyone at this point until Wizzie makes up his mind! (Which TBH might take a long time since F1RWRS is ten million miles behind the train other two RWRS

[Wizzie]

It would have helped Hamilton's career because it meant you wouldn't sign someone else for the whole season and therefore sack Hamilton.

Considering Hamilton has spent most of the year taking Nash to the cleaners and back, I'd assume there'd be a drive waiting for him at the Young Lions team once he proves his fitness.

If Rhys decides otherwise however, I'll probably have to talk some sense into the muppet

Makes sense....

Well I can't confirm anyone at this point until Wizzie makes up his mind! (Which TBH might take a long time since F1RWRS is ten million miles behind the train other two RWRS

I've already signed Marchesi to MRT and given you Aston engines. What more do you want?

[eurobrun]

Glotch will probably race for Aston Martin then.

[JeremyMcClean]

Marchesi to MRT in 2015

Melrose Racing Team have earlier today confirmed the worst-kept secret in the paddock that Alessandro Marchesi will drive for MRT in 2015 alongside Michael Robertson. MRT boss Daniel Melrose's decision to hire the Italian was allegedly made much easier on the back of both his current drivers Mitchell Macklin and Marie Simon receiving bans on the back of yesterday's FedEx 100. Immediately before the F1RWRS Budweiser World 800, Melrose made the announcement on the grid by saying "Marie is a very talented young woman but she's just far too inconsistent all year. The three race ban just made the decision all the easier for us and as a result we'd like to welcome Alessandro to the team and hope he and Michael can lead the team to even greater heights next year." Neither Marie Simon or Alessandro Marchesi were available for comment.

Jeremy: Here's the Aston livery you asked for a few weeks ago - https://rapidshare.com/files/3573191960/Aston_Martin.zip

VICTORY!!!
I will not disappoint! MRT will retain the crown!

Sorry, I didn't see the post confirming this due to my lack of awareness. All is fine, for now

[Klon]

I can offer two drivers for the F2RWRS market - since I am near my character limit, you can only have one though. I will offer 32 years old Anita Horford (USA) or 23 years old Kevin Maier (Germany), both trained by Kay Lon himself.

[Wizzie]

Wiki page now up

[Wizzie]

Commission announces 4 new engine suppliers, new rules for 2016

The F1RWRS Commission has made the official announcement that there will be four new engine suppliers for the F2RWRS in 2015. The new manufacturers are the Audi Group, Aston Martin, Holden and the Lancia Group with each of the manufacturers supplying at least two teams for 2015. "In order to assure the growth of the series, the F1RWRS Commission has made the steps necessary and as a result, we included those four manufacturers as part of the engine tender process and I'd like to personally welcome them under the F2RWRS umbrella and hope that, as a result, 2015 will be even better than this year." said F2RWRS Commissioner Don Rennis at the F1RWRS headquarters in Madrid. "In addition to that, we'd like to announce some additional rules for 2016. With the new manufacturers in the series and to ensure their respective programs are both competitive and cost-effective, each manufacturer has to supply at least two teams. Furthermore, to ensure diversity in the series, no manufacturer can supply more than six teams. Finally, I'd like to announce that the chassis tender will be moved to the end of 2015, a year earlier than planned, as we have been incredibly disappointed with the product Lola have given us this year. As a result, we'd like to extend an invitation to all interested chassis makers, particularly Dallara and Zytek, to join Lola at the negotiating table to bring in even more manufacturers and expertise into the series. The official opening of the tender will be advised at a later date."

[FMecha]

In an aim to increase his luck, Dave Anderson will sign for Jones Racing.

UPDATE: In event this is not possible, he will either sign for Falik Arrows or M/Power.

[DanielPT]

Licor Beirao will continue to use BMW engines and Catarina Lopes will sign for another year. Manuel Joao was last seeing eating a glass and saying that it was less painful than to see the team keep Catarina Lopes. It is still unknown who gave the orders for that. Manuel Joao also assured that he wanted to see Alberto Cara be a champion for Licor Beirao in its second year but negotiations for a new deal were still ongoing.

[tristan1117]

Dan Greenlaw to move up from the F3RWRS

American Dan Greenlaw has announced his intention to drive in the F2RWRS this season after a very successful half-season in the F3RWRS. Greenlaw doubled his team's points tally in only seven races at the end of the F3RWRS season. Greenlaw also competed in the REECS and the Street Racing League as well as the Formula Atlantic series. Greenlaw has said he is willing to accept a test role at any team.

[JeremyMcClean]

ASTON MARTIN INTERESTED IN F3RWRS CHAMPION TOMO KAZAMA
According to the local resources, Aston Martin Motor Racing is interested in hiring the current F3RWRS Champion Tomo Kazama for the second seat for 2015. With Marchesi off to MRT and Kremnicky to Scuderia Alitalia, and with Glotch signed to Aston Martin (note: see the wiki page), Aston Martin is still looking for another driver. "We're very interested in Tomo," said Brett Johnson, the Director of Aston Martin Motor Racing. "We think that Tomo is a great driver and I think he has lots of potential in her career. Kazama was not available for comment.

Editors note: We put in an error that misidentified Tomo Kazama's gender. We regrete this error and we apologize to Miss Kazama for the mistake. Those responsible in writing and editing this article have been promptly sacked.

Editors editors note: We also made a mistake my misspelling regret as "regrete." We apologize again to Miss Kazama. Those responsible for sacking the people who have just been sacked, have been sacked.

[Warren Hughes]

ASTON MARTIN INTERESTED IN F3RWRS CHAMPION TOMO KAZAMA
According to the local resources, Aston Martin Motor Racing is interested in hiring the current F3RWRS Champion Tomo Kazama for the second seat for 2015. With Marchesi off to MRT and Kremnicky to Scuderia Alitalia, and with Glotch signed to Aston Martin (note: see the wiki page), Aston Martin is still looking for another driver. "We're very interested in Tomo," said Brett Johnson, the Director of Aston Martin Motor Racing. "We think that Tomo is a great driver and I think he has lots of potential in his career. Kazama was not available for comment.

Somebody needs to inform Mr Johnson of Kazama's gender

[MinardiFan95]

Dan Greenlaw to move up from the F3RWRS

American Dan Greenlaw has announced his intention to drive in the F2RWRS this season after a very successful half-season in the F3RWRS. Greenlaw doubled his team's points tally in only seven races at the end of the F3RWRS season. Greenlaw also competed in the REECS and the Street Racing League as well as the Formula Atlantic series. Greenlaw has said he is willing to accept a test role at any team.

Gulf M/Spec are interested in signing Dan Greenlaw as a test driver, or possibly even a second driver.

[JeremyMcClean]

ASTON MARTIN INTERESTED IN F3RWRS CHAMPION TOMO KAZAMA
According to the local resources, Aston Martin Motor Racing is interested in hiring the current F3RWRS Champion Tomo Kazama for the second seat for 2015. With Marchesi off to MRT and Kremnicky to Scuderia Alitalia, and with Glotch signed to Aston Martin (note: see the wiki page), Aston Martin is still looking for another driver. "We're very interested in Tomo," said Brett Johnson, the Director of Aston Martin Motor Racing. "We think that Tomo is a great driver and I think he has lots of potential in his career. Kazama was not available for comment.

Somebody needs to inform Mr Johnson of Kazama's gender

The errors have been fixed in my original post...

[Warren Hughes]

Somebody needs to inform Mr Johnson of Kazama's gender

The errors have been fixed in my original post...

OK, I was just teasing really. Anyway, this will be up to Klon to decide - the official line from Prospec is that we'd like to keep her, but won't stand in her way if she wants to step up a level.

[Wizzie]

Time for some extra interesting stuff:

Driver of the Year: Rosco Vantini - While all the people around him (particularly Alberto Cara) had higher highs and lower lows, Rosco was easily the most consistent out of all the top runners. He may have tapered off in performance near the end of the year but much of that can be put down to the team feeling the effects of basically having no leader for most of the year and, should he stay in the F2RWRS, would easily be the championship favourite. It's also to the man's credit that he's being courted by basically every midfield team in the F1RWRS, most notably the famous Pemberton Prospec Racing team (off topic now and I must say Pemberton Prospec Racing is one seriously cool name )

Infinite Improbability Driver of the Year: Terry Hawkin - Absolutely nobody whose name wasn't Sammy Jones expected much from the kid when he got his promotion into the F2RWRS on short notice after Laurent Seron's accident in Turkey. What the then 15 year old did on debut however was nothing short of awe-inspiring with 5th on the grid at quite possibly the toughest track on the calender which lead to a fantastic part-time gig at Jones Italia and Gillet for the rest of the year. Alongside the likes of Andrej Kremnicky and Rosco Vantini, the future of the F1RWRS looks very bright indeed.

Race of the Year: British Grand Prix - While the FedEx 100 may have trumped it for action, the British GP was simply insane in its own right with now less than half a dozen guys in contention for victory with the last 10 laps went down in motor racing as some of the most memorable the world has ever seen. And this is only the goddamned feeder category mind you.

Deadbeat Teammate of the Year: Catarina Lopes - Teammate Alberto Cara scored 2 wins, 3 other podium finishes and a season high 7 pole positions. Lopes finished the season with nothing on the scoresheet. The fact she still has a drive and Cara doesn't (for now) is a crime against humanity.

Most Anonymous Driver of the Year: Niko Bellic - Seriously, the guy had about a grand total of about 3 races where he did anything good that was worth mentioning (incidentally enough, two of those races where his equal best finishes of the year) although if it wasn't for Cara's lunge from nowhere at the Netherlands, Bellic would have probably been on track for a podium

Epic Fail of the Year: Tanner Jason's German Grand Prix - You would think that after the first collision, he would have had the presence of mind not to have 5 more in the space of the next hour which meant he ended up getting a DSQ and a two race ban for his troubles.

Drive of the Year: Marie Simon at the Czech Republic - She may have spent most of the year being trounced by teammate Macklin and has just lost her job at MRT but to come from basically nowhere on the grid to absolutely dominating the race in the tricky conditions is seriously impressive

REJECT OF THE YEAR PODIUM

3rd: Tanner Jason - The master of disaster in 2014 was redeemed from ROTY status for the sole reason that he basically dragged Rising Ashes out of pre-qualifying in 2015 through two podiums in the last 3 races, including that excellent 2nd in Canada.
2nd: Catarina Lopes - Is an explanation really necessary?
1st: Group Lotus Professional Ecurie Nationale Belge - Gillet - The simple fact that in four races early in the season, SuperSub Terry Hawkin accounted for half of all of Gillet's points in 2014 says a lot. Their drivers Wouter Lamberigts and Laurent Seron would qualify well only to lose the plot completely on race day which eventually meant that Gillet will face the indignity of pre-qualifying in 2015, ironically in a situation Lamberigts in particular would have done well. The fact either of them were considered for drives let alone have contracts for 2015 defies any and all logic.

[eurobrun]

TMLW, how come you are trying so hard to get rid of Hamilton.

[Wizzie]

Unlike TMLW with the F3RWRS, I don't like having too much of a field spread (which probably contributed to what this year's FedEx 100 was so batshite insane compared to last year) so here are the draft stats for this year's engines. As always, less points=more reliabile:

Lancia 015/2 - 760 BHP, 5500
Holden LSF2-15 - 755 BHP, 5250
BMW P87/15 - 750 BHP, 5000
Aston Martin AM-88 - 745 BHP, 4750
Audi AF2-1 - 740 BHP, 4500

I did some calculations using this nifty program I found and the cars alone will have at most a 3-4 tenths of a second a lap difference while the difference in reliability is a +/- 4% chance of finishing a race so driver performance will still be the main determining factor for each event.

[the Masked Lapwing]

TMLW, how come you are trying so hard to get rid of Hamilton.

Because I'm still really pissed off at how Kremnicky came back from a serious injury and was suddenly dominant, ruining any hope I had for HRT finishing fourth, and I don't want to look like a hypocrite in rushing Hamilton back just because he's a good driver.

[eurobrun]

TMLW, how come you are trying so hard to get rid of Hamilton.

Because I'm still really pissed off at how Kremnicky came back from a serious injury and was suddenly dominant, ruining any hope I had for HRT finishing fourth, and I don't want to look like a hypocrite in rushing Hamilton back just because he's a good driver.

I understand, I just find it really annoying that I have to miss a whole season because of this. (not that Hamilton is as good as Kremnicky anyway)

[Wizzie]

TMLW, how come you are trying so hard to get rid of Hamilton.

Because I'm still really pissed off at how Kremnicky came back from a serious injury and was suddenly dominant, ruining any hope I had for HRT finishing fourth, and I don't want to look like a hypocrite in rushing Hamilton back just because he's a good driver.

I understand, I just find it really annoying that I have to miss a whole season because of this. (not that Hamilton is as good as Kremnicky anyway)

Which reminds me, will the owner of Hydook Racing please stand up as Rueckert will be missing the first race thanks to his ban from Indianapolis

[tommykl]

Well, since no one wants the Gillet engine, I suppose I'll have to get another one. Could I keep the BMW engine?

[Wizzie]

Well, since no one wants the Gillet engine, I suppose I'll have to get another one. Could I keep the BMW engine?

You can either keep the BMW engines or try your luck with another one.

[AdrianSutil]

So the Holden engine is second most powerful but most unreliable? Expect Mitie to storm into the points before the inevitable engine failure

By the way, if there is an experienced (as in, actually raced before and not just suddenly made-up) driver whose British or Australian (Holden will like this), then Mitie will be interested in his/her/it's services for our F2RWRS season.

[Wizzie]

So the Holden engine is second most powerful but most unreliable? Expect Mitie to storm into the points before the inevitable engine failure

By the way, if there is an experienced (as in, actually raced before and not just suddenly made-up) driver whose British or Australian (Holden will like this), then Mitie will be interested in his/her/it's services for our F2RWRS season.

Dave Anderson's from Eagleland but I guess he's close enough considering Holden is effectively GM

If you really want an experienced Aussie, Jason Hamilton's probably your best bet depending on how long it takes for his relationship with HRT to fall apart (Some may argue it's falling apart right now )

[Wizzie]

Full 2014 results and standings now up.

Someone else can do the teams standings because I honestly can't be stuffed to do it right now

[Stramala]

McCracken to Hydook: Hold up - I'm free!

Former Kit-Kat Warriors driver Phil McCracken today quoted a mediocre French dance song while indicating his interest in the one-off drive in next season's opening race with Hydook Racing.

The vacancy has come about after Johannes Rueckert was handed a one-race suspension for reckless driving during the 2014 season finale at Indianapolis.

"Aye, why not," said McCracken. "I've no much goin on these days apart from the Masters, wid be nice tae get back in a top level single seater one last time eh."

"Right, am away tae the pub ken, got another wan a those public appearance hingys fur McEwans Lager. Ah love doin PR now..."

[DanielPT]

Manuel Joao blasts new Engine rules

Manuel Joao, team boss at Licor Beirao, came forward today saying, yelling, crying foul over the new engine rules despite not even entering the tendering process. "It's a bathplug joke, really", he started, "we now have 4 engines, 4 brands that basically build the same engine and brand it as their own". He continued, "The commission then presented some random values for these engines, probably setting up the engine ECU, without any basis or criteria. 'Opening the series to other manufacturers' they said". Mr Joao still had more to say, " It is well known that this is a completely one-make series and now this branding... Can't see why the manufacturers joined in, although I can imagine it is good profit for the F2RWRS. Anyway, all this is randomly pointless". He kept going until we left due to other commitments...

Wizzie, have you seen my post that confirmed SLowpes as second driver and BMW engines as engines?

[Wizzie]

Manuel Joao blasts new Engine rules

Manuel Joao, team boss at Licor Beirao, came forward today saying, yelling, crying foul over the new engine rules despite not even entering the tendering process. "It's a bathplug joke, really", he started, "we now have 4 engines, 4 brands that basically build the same engine and brand it as their own". He continued, "The commission then presented some random values for these engines, probably setting up the engine ECU, without any basis or criteria. 'Opening the series to other manufacturers' they said". Mr Joao still had more to say, " It is well known that this is a completely one-make series and now this branding... Can't see why the manufacturers joined in, although I can imagine it is good profit for the F2RWRS. Anyway, all this is randomly pointless". He kept going until we left due to other commitments...

Wizzie, have you seen my post that confirmed SLowpes as second driver and BMW engines as engines?

Considering I updated the 2015 page accordingly, it's safe to assume that I did read it.

[DanielPT]

Wizzie, have you seen my post that confirmed SLowpes as second driver and BMW engines as engines?

Considering I updated the 2015 page accordingly, it's safe to assume that I did read it.

Sorry, I only mentioned it because it is not in the 2015 entry list post. By the way, those are Manuel Joao opinions, not mine.

[Wizzie]

Wizzie, have you seen my post that confirmed SLowpes as second driver and BMW engines as engines?

Considering I updated the 2015 page accordingly, it's safe to assume that I did read it.

Sorry, I only mentioned it because it is not in the 2015 entry list post. By the way, those are Manuel Joao opinions, not mine.

Don Rennis just called. He's told Joao to, and I quote "Know his damn role, and shut his damn mouth!"

[tommykl]

Then I'll keep BMW engines.

[SuperAguri]

I am very 'appy to be named Driver of the Season. My mama will be very 'appy. I will be looking to get into F1RWRS and I am talking to number of teams. I want to be at a team that I am 'appy with.

Prince Falik leaves everyone waiting

Prince Falik held a press conference today where he made an announcement, he said "I am pleased that my choice of Rosco Vantini brought us success and well done to Miss Katayama for points and ending up 20th overall in the championship despite the few races she had. I am hoping to get Vantini into F1RWRS, first to Arrowtech or some other good midfield team. I announce that Miss Yuka Katayama will be resigned for the F2RWRS for the following year and we look to have all female line up as we test Miss Tomo Kazawa and Miss Anita Horford but are looking at Dave Anderson too if they fall through. As for engine, we are taking our time, judging each on merit and which gives us the best offer, we hoped to use a Zytek engine for this season but this does not seem possible, although we have already signed up for a Zytek chassis for 2016 if Zytek get rights."

It is not known which engine Falik Arrows will choose and they have to choose carefully as the wrong one will see them tumble down the sheets faster then you can say Jean Denis Delatrez.

[tristan1117]

McCracken to Hydook: Hold up - I'm free!

Former Kit-Kat Warriors driver Phil McCracken today quoted a mediocre French dance song while indicating his interest in the one-off drive in next season's opening race with Hydook Racing.

The vacancy has come about after Johannes Rueckert was handed a one-race suspension for reckless driving during the 2014 season finale at Indianapolis.

"Aye, why not," said McCracken. "I've no much goin on these days apart from the Masters, wid be nice tae get back in a top level single seater one last time eh."

"Right, am away tae the pub ken, got another wan a those public appearance hingys fur McEwans Lager. Ah love doin PR now..."

Dan Greenlaw Offers Services to Hydook

Dan Greenlaw has announced his intention to drive for Hydook for one race after Rueckert's ban. The twenty-five year old is preparing to return to the F3RWRS if he doesn't get the Hydook job.

[MinardiFan95]

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.

[Wizzie]

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.

[DanielPT]

Licor Beirao closing in on new Cara deal

Manuel Joao, still completely wasted after being forced to resign Catarina Lopes, mumbled something about his wife and then said something about "awt lweast *hic* I take Cara", after which he passed out outside the Licor Beirao HQ, to someone who was passing by and twitted immediately the fact. Some mechanics then took him inside, but this piece of serious journalism clearly reveals, without shadow of a doubt, that not only there are contacts between Cara and Licor Beirao for next season and they are much advanced. Our not wild report was later, in a majestic stroke of huge luck, confirmed true by some even more serious website called Autosport who quoted Alberto Cara's agent. With those type of contacts, everyone can do it!