That's the problem when there's so few of us, lapping can become quite lonely.
My race started with loads of misshaps and off track excursions so soon found myself at the back. Highlight of my race was the epic battle trying to get past Bill who was driving like a man possessed.
My first serious pass attempt ended badly as I clipped Bill and we both skidded off the track. After that I just had to be patient and finally passed with a sneaky up the inside job at the last corner. Rest of my night was just keeping it on the tarmac. Never had a chance of catching Roger who was about 30 secs up the road. Still very enjoyable tho.
Thanks Tony, yes it was very enjoyable. I don’t mind finishing last if I’ve had a good few laps racing other drivers, including chasing them trying to get on terms again. My personal high light was finding the gap between you and Kurt on lap 1 and building up a few seconds lead before you both got back up to speed and staying ahead for the first 7 or 8 laps whilst you battled over last place. Finally I overcooked it into that first sharp right hander and ran wide the left hand wheels dug into the gravel and turned me into the retaining wall (?) and I had to change into 1st and slow down to drive back onto the track allowing both you and Kurt through.
Then luckily for me you had your “misshaps and off track excursions” allowing our epic battle. I think there were number reasons for my driving; I’ve spent many hours racing Minis – Poacher Pete’s league ran a number of Mini Series over the years before he stopped hosting GTL racing. Also spent times experimenting with my setup as listed in my Monza (1976-93) postings; and been trying to go deeper into corners before I turn in to avoid going off on the exit at an angle wrecking front end instead of kissing or running along the Armco. This is what gave Tony the chance to dive down the inside with my wider approach and early braking.
Looking forward to the next race in this Series.
