Brawn GP News: Brawn GP look forward to Silverstone

 


Brawn GP look forward to Silverstone

This weekend’s British Grand Prix at Silverstone takes place just eight miles from Brawn GP’s factory in Brackley and 20 miles from Mercedes-Benz High Performance Engines in Brixworth.
British star Jenson is looking forward to his home race: "It puts a smile on my face every time I think about going to my home Grand Prix leading the Championship! I’ve raced at Silverstone from some fairly tough positions in the past but the fans have always been so supportive and I’d love to give them a performance that they can really enjoy this weekend".
Rubens is also looking forward to Silverstone which is one of his favourite circuits: "I absolutely love racing at Silverstone. The track is fantastic as it is one of the few remaining on the calendar that are high-speed, fast-flowing and really allow you to let the car go through the quick corners. It almost feels like a home track and the crowds are always supportive, even if you aren’t British!"


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Special British helmet design for Jenson at Silverstone

Jenson will continue his tradition of wearing a specially designed helmet for the British Grand Prix following a design competition on JensonButton.com
After reviewing hundreds of entries, Bernie Zobl’s ‚Push The Button‘ design was chosen by Jenson and will make its track debut during the first practice session on Friday.
Bernie said: "Through an article in one of the Austrian daily newspapers, I read about the opportunity to design a helmet for Jenson. As an enthusiastic F1 fan, I had to grab the chance immediately! The slogan ‚Push the Button‘ was my first brainwave and even though my family laughed about its simplicity, I’ve held on to it. And as you can see, it has been worth it!"
Jenson commented: "For the last few years, it has become something of a tradition for me to have a special British themed helmet. What I loved about Bernie’s design was its unique take on the Union Jack flag and how he had incorporated it into my own ‚Button‘ logo. The helmet looks great and I can’t wait to wear it at Silverstone this weekend."


Brawn GP showcar visits Henri Lloyd stores

To celebrate the launch of the full Brawn GP Merchandise Collection launch, a replica Brawn GP Formula One car will be on display at the Henri Lloyd stores in Liverpool and Manchester on 19 and 20 June respectively.
The Brawn GP Merchandise Collection is available to buy from the Brawn GP website, the Henri Lloyd stores in Manchester, Liverpool & Carnaby Street, London and at three dedicated Merchandise Stands during the British Grand Prix at Silverstone.
Show Car Dates & Locations
19 June – Henri Lloyd Store, Liverpool One, Paradise St, Liverpool
20 June – Henri Lloyd Store, St Ann’s Square, Manchester


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Formula Two rolls into Brno

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Robert Wickens defends championship lead in the Czech Republic

FIA Formula Two Championship

After a hugely successful inaugural weekend in Valencia last month, the third and fourth rounds of the 2009 FIA Formula Two Championship take place in Brno, Czech Republic, this weekend (19/20/21 June).

All eyes will be on championship leader Robert Wickens after the Canadian scooped a dominant double victory in Spain. Amongst those chasing him down will be his two Red Bull Junior colleagues, Mirko Bortolotti and Mikhail Aleshin. Both drivers scored strong points finishes in each race at Valencia and currently lie second and fourth respectively in the overall standings.

Sandwiched between them in the championship is the only other driver to have scored points in each race so far, Brazilian racer Carlos Iaconelli. After spending the last two seasons with under-achieving teams in Formula Renault 3.5 and GP2, the 21-year-old is relishing the prospect of showing his full potential in the level playing field of Formula Two.

Lithuanian Kazim Vasiliauskas and Austrian Philipp Eng will also hope to build on impressive debut weekends in F2 after demonstrating their talents with surprise podiums finishes. Andy Soucek and Julien Jousse will expect to challenge for podium positions this coming weekend after failing to reach that goal in Valencia. Jousse’s confidence is further buoyed having scored a stunning second position in the GT1 class on his Le Mans 24 Hours debut last weekend.

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In the battle of the Britons, Henry Surtees currently leads the way from Alex Brundle, whilst Italian duo Nicola De Marco and Edoardo Piscopo also scored creditable points finishes in Valencia.

Drivers hoping to score their first points of the F2 season at Brno include both Jack Clarke and Natacha Gachnang. Swiss female driver Gachnang is hoping an impressive season in Formula Two will help her make history in reaching Formula One. The 21-year-old has been in talks with Adrian Campos about a test seat in the newly formed Campos Grand Prix team, who have signed up to compete in the 2010 FIA Formula One World Championship. Gachnang has previous links with Campos, having finished third in the Spanish Formula 3 Championship with the team last year.

The sweeping Brno circuit is set to provide some great racing this weekend with plenty of overtaking opportunities for the talented crop of 25 Formula Two drivers.

The venue was formerly the site of the pre-war Czechoslovakian Grand Prix and once measured 19 miles in length, but it has hosted the likes of MotoGP, A1GP and World Superbikes in its current layout. This weekend, F2 will partner with the FIA World Touring Car Championship.

Rob Wickens said: "I have set the bar pretty high for myself after the results I had in Valencia. I couldn’t have dreamed of the first round going any better. But, that’s the past now and I know where I need to improve and how to do it. I can’t wait for Brno – I think it will be a very exciting race!"

Mirko Bortolotti said: “This is my first time at Brno and I don’t know the track, but I’m really looking forward to it. My pace at Valencia was very good, and the fact that I was able to put pressure on Robert Wickens in Race Two is really encouraging. I will give my best as always, and if there is a chance to win I hope I can take it.”

Natacha Gachnang said: “For Brno we have a bit of experience, and we know how the car works, so points are definitely the target. For sure the prospect of a test seat with Campos adds a bit of motivation, but I have always been motivated to do my best and am always comparing myself to the fastest drivers. I am in a very positive mood heading into Brno.”

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