http://www.gpupdate.net/ Sat, 11 May 2013 22:22:29 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/gp2-news/294500/palmer-bird-and-berthon-get-penalties/ Jolyon Palmer has lost the podium finish he achieved during Saturday's Feature Race at Barcelona, with the Briton one of three drivers to be hit with post-race penalties. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/gp2-news/294500/palmer-bird-and-berthon-get-penalties/ Sat, 11 May 2013 22:20:56 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/288364/formula-2-axed-by-organisers-for-2013/ The Formula 2 Championship has been axed by organisers MotorSport Vision, just four years after the new version of the series was launched. Following a meeting of the World Motor Sport Council (WMSC) in Turkey, the decision was officially ratified. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/288364/formula-2-axed-by-organisers-for-2013/ Thu, 06 Dec 2012 19:05:41 +0000 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f1-news/284136/formula-4-signs-first-driver-for-2013/ The new BRDC Formula 4 Championship has received its first car order and driver application ahead of the series’ debut next year. Charlie Robertson, 15 years of age and hailing from Scotland, is the first name to be put down on the list. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f1-news/284136/formula-4-signs-first-driver-for-2013/ Tue, 18 Sep 2012 10:47:21 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f1-news/283905/warwick-f4-will-remove-total-motorsport-confusion/ Wednesday has seen Jonathan Palmer’s MotorSport Vision (MSV) announce a for next year, which is to be heavily supported by the British Racing Drivers’ Club (BRDC). In the opinion of ex F1 driver Derek Warwick, Chairman of the BRDC, this is just what motorsport needs to remove current misunderstandings. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f1-news/283905/warwick-f4-will-remove-total-motorsport-confusion/ Wed, 12 Sep 2012 10:11:40 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f1-news/283904/msv-announces-formula-4-championship-for-2013/ MotorSport Vision (MSV) and the British Racing Drivers’ Club (BRDC) have announced a new Formula 4 championship, to be launched in 2013. This will be a one-make series, with all chassis constructed by the RFR company headed up by Ralph Firman, founder of the Van Diemen operation. The cars will be powered by Cosworth engines. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f1-news/283904/msv-announces-formula-4-championship-for-2013/ Wed, 12 Sep 2012 09:58:58 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/gp2-news/279177/palmer-celebrates-maiden-victory-in-monaco/ Jolyon Palmer, son of ex Formula 1 driver Jonathan, picked up his maiden GP2 win on the streets of Monaco on Saturday afternoon. Driving for iSport, the Englishman led home compatriot Max Chilton as Giedo van der Garde completed the podium. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/gp2-news/279177/palmer-celebrates-maiden-victory-in-monaco/ Sat, 26 May 2012 18:14:45 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/272542/calendar-confirmed-for-2012-f2-campaign/ Formula 2 drivers will be given the opportunity to compete at five Grand Prix circuits next season, with the series announcing its full calendar on Wednesday afternoon. As in 2011, the campaign will consist of eight rounds, with two races at each meeting. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/272542/calendar-confirmed-for-2012-f2-campaign/ Wed, 07 Dec 2011 16:36:00 +0000 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/266412/briton-bacheta-adds-to-formula-2-field/ Britain’s Luciano Bacheta has been added to the Formula 2 line-up for this weekend’s 11th and 12th rounds of the season at the Red Bull Ring. The races at the Austrian track will be the first in the championship for the 21-year-old, who was one of six finalists for last year’s prestigious McLaren Autosport BRDC Award. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/266412/briton-bacheta-adds-to-formula-2-field/ Tue, 23 Aug 2011 16:50:00 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/259494/lancaster-signs-up-for-formula-2/ Formula 2 series organiser MotorSport Vision has announced that Britain’s Jon Lancaster is joining the field from this weekend onwards. The 22-year-old, a past race winner in Formula Renault 3.5, will compete in Rounds 3 and 4 at Magny-Cours after first taking part in Wednesday’s test session. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/259494/lancaster-signs-up-for-formula-2/ Wed, 11 May 2011 15:08:00 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f1-news/258101/palmer-backs-energy-saving-kers-and-drs/ Jonathan Palmer is certain that this year’s combination of KERS and DRS is a positive step in the right direction for Formula 1. The former driver, who has worked as a BBC television commentator alongside Murray Walker and is now Series Director of Formula 2, believes the sport holds a ‘green’ responsibility. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f1-news/258101/palmer-backs-energy-saving-kers-and-drs/ Mon, 25 Apr 2011 05:00:00 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/257399/abadin-makes-f2-switch/ José Luis Abadín has added his name to the list of drivers who have recently signed up for the 2011 Formula 2 season, with the Spaniard confirming his place on a grid of over 20 competitors on Wednesday. The 24-year-old gained experience in the European F3 Open Series after progressing from karting, and went on to finish third in the 2009 Copa de España class with three wins to his name. "I’m looking forward to F2 because following on from F3 it is the best option to fight on equal terms, and there is a high level of competition," the Orense-born man commented. "I have much less experience than the other drivers at Silverstone with this car but I will go step by step, learning everything, thanks to the extensive information that F2 gives me." Formula 2 Series Director Jonathan Palmer was pleased to welcome Abadín: "Jose is an intelligent guy who’s eager to learn and progress in F2 as quickly as possible after three seasons in F3. Our onboard video and data sharing feature has yielded huge gains in performance for many drivers in F2, and this will be invaluable for Jose, who I fully expect to be challenging for points as the season progresses." http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/257399/abadin-makes-f2-switch/ Wed, 13 Apr 2011 17:42:00 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/257371/pineiro-secures-formula-2-seat/ Ramón Piñeiro has confirmed his place on the 2011 Formula 2 grid, with the opening race of the season taking place at Silverstone this weekend. The young Spaniard competed in the final round of last year’s campaign in Valencia, securing a points finish in race two before going on to perform well during the various winter tests. "I was P2 in testing here, so I expect a great weekend," Piñeiro commented. "The competitors will be hard to beat but I will give my all and achieve a strong result. F2 is great for showing potential as all the cars are equal and run by one team. "I will fight for the championship. Testing has been good and I have expectations for the top. I look forward to being in the fight and taking podiums and wins." Formula 2 Series Director Jonathan Palmer added: "I’m absolutely thrilled that Ramón will be racing in F2 this year. He came close to winning a very competitive FPA championship last year, and his debut at Valencia in Formula Two was outstanding. Given the promise he has shown so far, and his impressive pace in pre-season testing, I have no doubt Ramón will be a frontrunner this year." http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/257371/pineiro-secures-formula-2-seat/ Wed, 13 Apr 2011 12:23:00 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/257313/marinescu-confirms-place-on-f2-grid/ Romanian racer Mihai Marinescu has announced that he will be competing in Formula 2 for a second year, with a top three finish in the championship firmly in his sights. The 22-year-old graduated to F2 at the start of 2010 after a year competing in Formula Renault 3.5. After a double points finish during the opening round at Silverstone, Marinescu went on to finish the season in 11th place with 68 points to his name. "Last year was really good and I’ll be putting that experience into good use this time,” the Braşov-born man commented ahead of the new season. “Silverstone testing went well and I feel confident with the track, so it’s a great opportunity for the podium. In the championship I want to finish in the top three but I have my eyes on the Williams F1 test." Formula 2 Series Director Jonathan Palmer added: "It’s really great to have Mihai back for 2011. He showed great promise last year and given his impressive run in pre-season testing I’m sure he will be a strong contender for podiums, and maybe even race wins, starting from Silverstone this weekend." http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/257313/marinescu-confirms-place-on-f2-grid/ Tue, 12 Apr 2011 17:15:00 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/257227/re-signed-bratt-aiming-for-f2-title/ Will Bratt is the third driver to be confirmed as a 2011 Formula 2 driver on Monday. After finishing in the top five of the championship last year, the 22-year-old from Banbury is returning for a second season, which begins at Silverstone this weekend. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/257227/re-signed-bratt-aiming-for-f2-title/ Mon, 11 Apr 2011 15:08:00 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/257213/theobald-brothers-sign-up-for-formula-2/ Formula 2 championship organiser MotorSport Vision has announced that both Julian and Johannes Theobald will be joining the championship this season. The Germans therefore become the first siblings to sign up for a new season in the series, which was inaugurated in 2009. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/257213/theobald-brothers-sign-up-for-formula-2/ Mon, 11 Apr 2011 12:54:00 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/256237/zanella-secures-f2-seat-for-2011/ Christopher Zanella has announced that he will be switching categories in 2011, as the young Swiss driver steps up from a full campaign in Italian F3 to take part in Formula 2. After a promising season in which he finished sixth overall, the 21-year-old went on to take part in F2 winter testing, and has since decided to join the grid. "I chose F2 because I strongly believe that it’s the only racing competition where everyone has a fair and equal chance," said Christopher. "Also in comparison with GP3 and GP2 it has a far better cost to benefit ratio. The quality of the field is very high but I will be aiming for the top two at the end of the year." Jonathan Palmer, Formula 2 Series Director, added: "Christopher looked strong last December when he tested the Williams F2 car at Barcelona, being only 0.1 sec from Italian F3 champion Cesar Ramos. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/256237/zanella-secures-f2-seat-for-2011/ Fri, 01 Apr 2011 19:12:00 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/256146/cole-joins-2011-formula-2-field/ James Cole has announced that he will be competing in Formula 2 this year, after getting his first taste of the category in winter testing. The 22-year-old won the British Formula Ford Championship in 2009, and went on to compete in the National Class of British F3 before opting to make his F2 switch for the new season. "I chose F2 because of the enjoyment of driving the car", Cole said after getting a taste for the Williams JPH1B in winter testing. "It’s got a lot of power and it’s great that everyone’s got the same equipment - you don’t have to pay for a better car and I’m looking forward to a good season. "The first test at Silverstone went well, we were in the top six straight away and I’d never driven the car before, so if I can regularly be in the top six we’ll see what happens from there. The winner’s prize of an F1 test with Williams is fantastic." Formula 2 Series Director Jonathan Palmer added: "James has enjoyed a great deal of success in his racing career so far and is clearly an outstanding prospect, so we’re delighted he’s competing in F2 this year. He adapted to the Williams F2 car remarkably well in the tests at Silverstone and Snetterton, and was impressively quick from the outset. "I’m looking forward to seeing what he achieves this season in the equal environment of Formula Two, where he’ll be competing against a field of exceptionally talented drivers across some truly legendary F1 circuits." http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/256146/cole-joins-2011-formula-2-field/ Thu, 31 Mar 2011 19:19:00 +0100 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f3-news/254681/snetterton-reveals-new-corner-names/ MotorSport Vision, headed by former Formula 1 driver Jonathan Palmer and owners of numerous British circuits such as Snetterton, have revealed the corner names of the Norfolk-based venue which has been modernised for 2011. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f3-news/254681/snetterton-reveals-new-corner-names/ Thu, 17 Mar 2011 09:52:00 +0000 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/251687/recovering-stoneman-impressed-by-new-snetterton/ Formula 2 Champion Dean Stoneman is impressed by the modified Snetterton Circuit, which he visited last Friday courtesy of an invitation from Jonathan Palmer, head of track owners MotorSport Vision. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/251687/recovering-stoneman-impressed-by-new-snetterton/ Wed, 02 Feb 2011 11:37:00 +0000 http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/250957/palmer-desperately-sorry-as-ill-stoneman-sits-out/ Formula 2 Series Director Jonathan Palmer has expressed his shock over hearing the news that 2010 Champion Dean Stoneman has been forced to put all motor racing commitments on hold following the news last week that he had been diagnosed with testicular cancer. http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f2-news/250957/palmer-desperately-sorry-as-ill-stoneman-sits-out/ Tue, 25 Jan 2011 10:12:00 +0000