Q&A - Paul Ridgway.
Paul Ridgway - GR Motorsport's team manager - talks about Silverstone, the team's hopes for the 7th and 8th rounds and a lot more:
Q: With a 15 minute session on Friday Evening (10.15pm-10.30pm), how much data / information can be collected, in only 15mins?
A: Sufficient information to make the car competitive in the Feature Race.
Q: Free Practice Saturday morning. Having ran Friday Night in a cooler climate and lower track temperature. What alterations will be made, and what part will the Drivers play?
Paul Ridgway - GR Motorsport's team manager - talks about Silverstone, the team's hopes for the 7th and 8th rounds and a lot more:
Q: With a 15 minute session on Friday Evening (10.15pm-10.30pm), how much data / information can be collected, in only 15mins?
A: Sufficient information to make the car competitive in the Feature Race.
Q: Free Practice Saturday morning. Having ran Friday Night in a cooler climate and lower track temperature. What alterations will be made, and what part will the Drivers play?
A: Searching for a vital Qualifying Set-up. The Drivers will play an all important key role, in aiding the team.
Q: Just how different is a Silverstone Night set-up compared to a normal situation?
A: Very little, but fine-tuning is necessary.
Q: How important is a good Qualifying Position? And where do you realistically see Mat Jackson and Gareth Howell qualifying?
A: Vital. Mat (Jackson) and Gareth (Howell) should qualify in the top 6.
Q: What are your expectations for the Race? Assuming no problems, is a podium finish possible?
A: I can't see why there should be any problems, and yes it is very likely that once again you will see a GR Motorsport Driver on the podium.
Q: Each circuit is renown for something. Thruxton Tyres / Oulton Park Brakes - Silverstone?
A: Engine power as straight line speed is critical.
Q: The Team exited Oulton Park one point behind Barwell Motorsport. Do you believe that GR Motorsport can exit Silverstone leading the Team Championship?
A: The team are totally focused and will be pushing hard on Barwell, for the top spot.