drumbstick Posted November 17, 2012 Report Posted November 17, 2012 (edited) 17 Azata Azata has had a good season, finishing runner up in the novice of the year behind 305 Jakie Jnr and bagging pole for the white and yellows final by virtue of more race wins. Could be considered favourite for his first UK Dirt F2 title, especially if he gets away from the front of the grid. 641 Mav Long term UK Dirt racer Mav easily qualified on the front row despite only competing in 4 of the qualifying rounds. Not for the first time Mav has indicated he has retired from UK Dirt, few believe it will be his final decision and if he does race then his confidence should be hi after his recent final win and has a good chance of finishing in the top 3. 237 Ricklyjames Ricky has had a much better season in 2012, and would probably have been favourite for most improved driver until his wheel broke recently and some of his old habits have returned. A driver with undoubted speed, if he can get some luck and not lose his head then has a good chance of walking away with the honours. 338 Evnos Becoming a regular racer half way through the season, Evnos has shown glimpses of real talent and race craft that could see him climbing the grades quickly in 2013. Given the luck he has had in recent meetings, he will be hoping it all changes for this one. 221 Spike. 2010 English champion Spike has a reputation to match Mav when it comes to retiring, but has been around long enough to have the knowhow to win this one. If the racing spike turns up he is my tip for the win, but if the big hitting spike is in attendance those in front better buckle up tight. 954 Samwit A driver who has raw speed at some circuits, but struggles at others and not afraid to use the front bumper when needed. Probably not made the jump in speed he hoped for in 2012, but has made steady progress. Could get stranded on the outside and if he does may struggle. 220 Dougieford Recently made a return to racing, and has had a some good results having seemingly made a decision to use the front bumper less. Could be a dark horse for this race if those in front decide to make it a bumper fest. 67 Freew The American assassin, well that’s how he may like to be known but has actually turned out to be a bit of a softy. Struggled early in the season with the contact aspect of British stockcars (Plenty of contact in NASCAR if you ask me), but after a mid season break has returned with some new found speed and maturity in his driving. Will need to be more aggressive than normal in this race to get to the front. 33 jakie His son has wrapped up the novice of the year title, can Snr add a second title to the household. Known for his aggressive style, anyone around Jakie will know they have to move him and do it properly to escape his grasp. 205 Pistol One of the good guys around UK Dirt, pistol always tries his best and races with the right attitude. Not seen on the track in recent weeks, and I sincerely hope he decides to race at the end of season show case. 31 Si I have noted in the past that Simon’s fortunes in UK Dirt seem to go up and down to coincide with his real racing. Established now as a solid blue grade and if he gets the brakes early he no doubt has the potential to take home the title. 255 Stumpy Only did a handful of meetings and seemed to be finding some speed when he jumped the fence to help the admin team. If he can be tempted out for this one race it would be agood reward for all the hard work he has put in. 365 Travel Only two whites and yellows meeting competed in 2012 but an average of 8.5 points tells you all you need to know. Trav kept up his record of the only driver to be banned in every F2 season(In memory anyway) he has talked about doing one last meeting so this could be it. Even from here could win, but may choose to dish out some revenge to his rivals. 718 MartynR One thing you can say about Martin is you will not miss him in the bright green RCE. A hard hitter who may have climbed the grades a bit quicker if he was not so aggressive. Tough job to win from this deep in the pack, but sure to mix things up. 45 Stox Signs Matt has slowly improved throughout 2012 and should continue to do so next season. Probably won’t trouble the front runners in this one, but could make it in to the top 10, If Santa brings him a wheel from xmas we may start to see his real potential. 122 Craig Charles A driver who is probably too quick to be yellow, but can struggle with the rough and tumble of the blue grade. Won the final last week at Hednesford so should be brimming with confidence coming in to this one. Probably wishing he was able to do a couple more qualifying rounds, but with some luck could be up there at the end. 48 Tinman The Dutch F1 regular has had a few dabbles with F2 this season with mixed success. Another of the mid field qualifiers who is not afraid to use the bumper to mix things up. His race craft should see him progress in to the top 10 and anything can happen from there. 211 Sprat One whites and yellows appearance and one very convincing win shows sprat has the speed. Struggled a bit from red after being upgraded and has not been seen much since. If he races he will make rapid progress but may be to far back to reach the very front. 473 Rudeboy Not done as many meetings as he did in 2011, but still always cheerful when he does. Could pick up the pieces from what promise to be hard battled in front of him, but will struggle to trouble those at the very front. 961 Sparky Sparky is Banned and will not be able to race 419 F.Burhenne Another driver who races more regularly in an F1 than an F2, Fransie has struggled a bit this season. Two whites and yellow appearances with an average of 4.5 bears this out. Another driver who it would be nice to see make the grid at Birmingham. 238 Kane Kane is banned and will not be able to race 495 Lew Lew is banned and will not be able to race. 131 Gary Won on his last appearance at Kings Lynn, on a surface he prefers. Should charge through from the back, but will need some luck to make it all the way to victory lane. A top 5 is a real possibility though. Reserves in order (Due to bans at least three reserves will be needed) 319 BigAndyW 760 Ryano 101 bristolstokie 172 spikejnr 210 skegTomp 456 Combes 32 DaveW 864 JanHarm 167 spikeyonesixseven 515 Big Al 491 crewesader 619 longden 964 Allan 761 DannyGrady 400 Dippy 285 Mav_Jnr Edited November 17, 2012 by drumbstick
Evnos338 Posted November 17, 2012 Report Posted November 17, 2012 nice preview drumb, good luck to everyone else in it. I know ill get bad luck!
Simon31 Posted November 17, 2012 Report Posted November 17, 2012 Nice preview Drumb! Font think I can do anything from where I am starting but will happy hand over the crown after winning it last year, some real good lower graders this year!
pistolpete Posted November 18, 2012 Report Posted November 18, 2012 Really good preview. I'll be rolling out the old 'un for the final blast of 2012 - might try the big push at the start but probably leave that for Spike to do on the first corner.
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