RD Formula Manager - Season 7

[kedy89]

@kedy89 - What was the reason for the poor dry track performance today? Are you happy for the result, or sad for that performance?

We knew we didn't have the best package for this track, so we never really expected to fight for a win today. Additionally, we gambled on a wet setup on Michael's car, which didn't really pay off. Even so, our gap was bigger than anticipated, and walking away with a 3rd and 4th place is far more than we had hoped for after the first couple of laps. Especially since we managed to increase our lead in both championships.
Next race should be a different story already, as we think the track should suit our car way better than Monaco did.

Also we'd like to congratulate Girl Power to the team's first win since season 3!

 

[Slyfrequency]

@Slyfrequency - Briscoe was looking for a podium finish and then somethings happened. What were the issues today? Do you believe you will break the devil's leg soon?

We've struggled these first three races this season, we will persevere and move forward. Briscoe had a good car and we believe had the pit stop situation gone to plan we could of had a good fight for the podium.

 

[TTupsi]

@TTupsi - Must be a great relief to win after so many races. Is this a sign of an upcoming title battle against BRT?

It's a fantastic feeling and I didn't realise it was such a long time since our last win! We'd like to thank all our partners and everyone involved with the team. It wasn't a perfect race by any means but the correct strategy calls for Simona with a brilliant car ensured the victory. Now's the time to have some fun before Germany!

BUYS
I assume I got the "finish higher sponsor"? Just checking

4400cr

+2 Chassis (1000)
Setup testing (500)
Risky research (1000)

Michele +2 Speed (800)
Simona +1 Tech, +1 Tyre mastery (800)

=300cr left

 

[kedy89]

BRT 3750cr
Engine testing speed - 500cr
Setup testing - 500cr
Durability upgrade - 500cr
Quali upgrade - 500cr
PET speed - 400cr
PET focus - 400cr
MSC wet track x2 - 800cr
150cr left


Silver Soul 3020cr
Special objective points Ferrari - engine upgrade
Engine testing - 500cr
Tyre testing - 400cr
Durability upgrade - 500cr
BEL focus x2 - 800cr
RIC speed x2 - 800cr
20cr left

 

[rubaru]

@rubaru - It seems your drivers follow the "slow and steady wins the race" motto. But will it work in the championship overall?

Slow and Steady most certainly doesn't win the race, but I have finished with both drivers in the Top 10 all season, and I'm sitting 4th in the Constructors. I don't see why we need to change our strategy. If we have a shot at a podium, them maybe we can risk some, but not now. We are very happy with this result.

 

[Jimlaad43]

Fuel Upgrade

 

[Omer Said]

BUYS
I assume I got the "finish higher sponsor"? Just checking

Yes, the teams got that 500 credits for finishing higher are Girl Power, Silver Soul, Ram F1, Reed Road Racing and Keranen Motorsports.

 

[rubaru]

Yes, the teams got that 500 credits for finishing higher are Girl Power, Silver Soul, Ram F1, Reed Road Racing and Keranen Motorsports.

Post #359...can you add the Special Objective Sponsor to this table?

 

[Omer Said]

Post #359...can you add the Special Objective Sponsor to this table?

Ok, I will specify the special objective rewards cleaner next time.

 

[Slyfrequency]

Buys

Risky Research (1000)

 

[rubaru]

Ram F1
Marketplace
Budget (2600)
Rosberg +1 Wet Skill (400)
Clark Driver Testing (800)
Michelin Tyre Testing (400)
+2 Chassis Upgrade (2x500)
Bank -0-

Sponsors C, D

 

[Azabadaza]

@Azabadaza - Hulkenberg's late pitstop was the reason for losing victory? Or would it be the same in your opinion? Also are you excited that Hulkenberg is closing on Peterson in the championship?

Yes, the strategy was clear, but we messed it up on the pit wall and he lost a lot of time because of it. Simona however was carrying great speed and might have ended up catching us anyway. I'm extremely happy with the second place finish, and it is great to have a driver up near the top of the standings. The aim is to get a few double finishes going to push the team up as high as possible in the teams standings

Buys (2500cr):
Driver testing Rossi (800cr)
+1 durability (500cr)
+1 chassis (500cr)
Hulk +1 speed (400cr)
Remaining: 300cr

 

[Aidan Keranen]

2KF1
+1 engine upgrade (speed)
+1 driver speed (Hakkinen)
+1 driver test (Hakkinen)

KM
+1 engine upgrade

 

[Omer Said]

MARKETPLACE is CLOSED

TESTING and RESEARCH RESULTS BELOW

And now the GERMAN Grand Prix Weekend begins!
Here is the track conditions and forecast (ANOTHER half-rainy tricky race expects you all)

You have until Monday night to send your Practice/Qualifying Strategies,
Good luck!!!!

 

[Omer Said]

Practice Results

Qualifying Results

And now the race begins!!!

 

[TTupsi]

Hmm, rarther surprised to get the pole with hard tyres but I'm not complaining!

Lap 1
Simona Push+medium
Michele Aggressive+low

Lap 2
Simona Push+low
Michele Aggressive+low

 

[rubaru]

Ram F1
Lap 1
Rosberg Focus Medium
Clark Focus Medium
Lap 2
Rosberg Aggressive Low ERS
Clark Aggressive Low ERS

 

[Azabadaza]

both push low

 

[Slyfrequency]

Lap 1

Briscoe - Focus, Low
Szisz - Push, Low

Lap 2

Briscoe - Push, Low
Szisz - Push, Low

 

[Jimlaad43]

Aggressive Medium both