Season 4 - Page 6

duke_toaster · 9 May 2008, 21:00 (Ref:2197856)

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Originally Posted by MagnetON

From a previous vague memory I recall that Mondello has the level of international license that is one below what's needed to run F1, however (in my opinion the track configuration is far too technical / narrow / twisty for a grid of cars like A1GP.

That's Grade 2. I don't like Mondello as a circuit, but there are worse. I'm not sure if the paddock facilities and so-on are good enough though.

A1Reporter · 9 May 2008, 21:35 (Ref:2197874)

Mondello is currently a FIA grade 3 circuit which is not higher enough for A1GP (Grade 2)

However once the funding is in place the circuit will be upgraded to International FIA Grade 2 and therefore being able to host rounds of A1GP.

I had a conversation with the circuit bosses about 6 months ago, and this is what I was told when enquiring about A1GP.

strider · 9 May 2008, 22:47 (Ref:2197908)

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Originally Posted by MagnetON

From a previous vague memory I recall that Mondello has the level of international license that is one below what's needed to run F1, however (in my opinion the track configuration is far too technical / narrow / twisty for a grid of cars like A1GP.

I agree with that view. Even F3 is constricted by the circuit as it stands. I don't think it would do Mondello's reputation any good if A1GP were to go there, although it's a great area in which to stay.

***MagnetON*** · 9 May 2008, 23:09 (Ref:2197926)

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Originally Posted by strider

I agree with that view. Even F3 is constricted by the circuit as it stands. I don't think it would do Mondello's reputation any good if A1GP were to go there, although it's a great area in which to stay.

Which is why an airfield circuit is a good option. There's a military / government airstrip JUST outside of Dublin. From the city you have to drive past it to get to Mondello, so it's even closer to the population.

ss_collins · 10 May 2008, 12:05 (Ref:2198179)

Didn't ryanair fly there by accident?

***MagnetON*** · 10 May 2008, 14:39 (Ref:2198294)

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Originally Posted by ss_collins

Didn't ryanair fly there by accident?

No, that was Londonderry.

ss_collins · 10 May 2008, 14:40 (Ref:2198295)

oh ok my bad

***MagnetON*** · 10 May 2008, 14:44 (Ref:2198298)

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Originally Posted by ss_collins

oh ok my bad

I'll forgive you, this time!

cos · 12 May 2008, 21:56 (Ref:2200529)

Derrick Walker's still impressed by A1 and is looking for a foot in the door for next season... it would be ironic if he ended up running a "Team Australia" again..!
http://walkerracing.com/media/displa...id=443&lang=en

rychard · 16 May 2008, 14:58 (Ref:2204090)

Heard Dubai is almost certain. Evidently Abu Dhabi also wants, but with a GP going there A1 probably wont.

UAE's black gold is a big target for Ferrari.

I also hear SA round is in big danger at Durban and Kyalami would rather target Aussie V8/Superbikes than have A1GP.

Time will tell

Kiwi3 · 16 May 2008, 15:24 (Ref:2204121)

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Heard Dubai is almost certain

I hope some people will turn up to watch this time though, although actually in the grand scheme of things that isn't all that important. Ferrari being able to run one of their Ferrari Festival things in the Gulf would be great for them.

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SA round is in big danger at Durban

Unfortunately it always seems to be the case. One of the best rounds so would be a shame to lose it.

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Kyalami would rather target Aussie V8/Superbikes than have A1GP.

Because they are crazy or because they can't afford whatever sanctioning fees A1GP are now charging?

jackschmidt · 17 May 2008, 05:31 (Ref:2204518)

I like Durban, but they have to do something about that hairpin. It's always problematic and with teams simply saying "It's always a problem", I don't like the feeling that they just think there's nothing that can be done about it.

cos · 21 May 2008, 10:13 (Ref:2208150)

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Originally Posted by Belly13

Will there be a race in Australia in season 4? If so, will it be at Eastern Creek?

Not particularly season 4 related, but I see Alan Jones has been making noises about taking A1 to Albert Park in the future if F1 gets too expensive for it.

courageous · 21 May 2008, 11:44 (Ref:2208212)

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Originally Posted by cos

Alan Jones has been making noises

Fixed

Lam Pak · 22 May 2008, 16:36 (Ref:2209168)

china will test new rookie drivers in august and one is from beijing

rychard · 22 May 2008, 20:51 (Ref:2209339)

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Originally Posted by jackschmidt

I like Durban, but they have to do something about that hairpin. It's always problematic and with teams simply saying "It's always a problem", I don't like the feeling that they just think there's nothing that can be done about it.

It would be pretty easy job to do away with the hairpin. Cars would turn right and joint the track at the left hand turn turn two - look on google earf 29" 50' 19. S & 31" 02' 02. E and you'll see the circuit.

Kiwi3 · 23 May 2008, 10:17 (Ref:2209679)

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Originally Posted by Lam Pak

china will test new rookie drivers in august and one is from beijing

Any idea who exactly?

Lam Pak · 27 May 2008, 14:12 (Ref:2213074)

evidentelly i think is david zhu cause he is the protege of frankys manager and he is from beijing.he made an impressive showing in afos-formula asia 2.0 finishing in 4 place on his combo at qualifing.

surrealillusion · 27 May 2008, 20:49 (Ref:2213443)

is there a definate calender for the next season? Especially the brands hatch date as i would like go see it this time.

RichardRenes · 28 May 2008, 07:32 (Ref:2213667)

Not yet, but as for Brands, I heard you may have to travel a bit further perhaps next season ( or closer, depending on where you live ).

As for now, there seems to be a problem a venue that needs to be sorted before the new calendar will be unveiled.

Lam Pak · 29 May 2008, 15:35 (Ref:2214732)

good news:adderly fong can be china rookie if he do well in germanf3 and can start in zhu hai

surrealillusion · 29 May 2008, 23:15 (Ref:2214981)

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Originally Posted by RichardRenes

Not yet, but as for Brands, I heard you may have to travel a bit further perhaps next season ( or closer, depending on where you live ).

As for now, there seems to be a problem a venue that needs to be sorted before the new calendar will be unveiled.

interesting...

is that all there is to know about it? Are msv having troubles renewing the a1gp contract or something?

RichardRenes · 30 May 2008, 19:04 (Ref:2215510)

there is more to know, but not allways to tell

surrealillusion · 30 May 2008, 21:24 (Ref:2215599)

ok..so just a "watch this space" kinda thing then?

RichardRenes · 31 May 2008, 08:51 (Ref:2215776)

well, yes, Calendar is neigh.. the post is allready up on A1GP, just without any readeable text. We think we'll know more on Monday

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