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Feb 12
Christian Klien backs the SWR-promoted series as a breeding ground for young racing prospects
The Austrian driver, who scored an incredible debut win last season at the Hungaroring, has been favourably impressed by the championship’s competitive level. A former F1 driver of 58 Formula 1 starts with Jaguar, Red Bull, Honda and HRT, Klien considers SUPERSTARS one of the best proving grounds for young drivers.
Jan 29
Pedro de la Rosa on Monday said the fact Fernando Alonso “wants” to work with him at Ferrari has made him “very proud”.
The fact test driver de la Rosa has joined his countryman and former McLaren colleague at the Italian team for 2013 was interpreted by some as a further sign of the increasing influence wielded by Spaniard Alonso at Ferrari.
Jan 12
Superstarsworld: Ferlito Motors eager to get back on-track for more success in 2013
Ferlito Motors experienced a largely positive 2012 season. The team, managed by Vincenzo Ferlito, gave proof of strength throughout the year as they fielded two Jaguar XFR racecars powered by a SUPERSTARS-style 5.0-litre V8 engine developing more than 550 horsepower.
Jul 05
“I hope to be back really quick and be on-shape for the next round at Spa-Francorchamps” – Max Pigoli
At his sixth season in the FG GROUP-promoted championship, Max Pigoli is still one of the most popular names in Superstars, also thanks to his rich resume which also includes one Italian title scored in the top V8-powered competition aboard a Jaguar in 2006.
Jul 05
Christian Horner has emphatically denied suggestions he might be the next Bernie Ecclestone.
Already very close to the sport’s 81-year-old ‘supremo’ Ecclestone – who is at the middle of a potentially-damaging corruption affair – the name ‘Horner’ is often mentioned in the paddock as perhaps Ecclestone’s preferred successor.
May 10
Narain Karthikeyan is not guaranteed his HRT seat for the whole of the 2012 season.
Following what the reporter referred to as a ‘chat’ with the Indian driver, the Times of India claimed Karthikeyan is “a million euros” short of a contract that will see him definitely race through November’s Brazil finale.
Mar 08
“We should not be afraid to admit that we are the worst, but we must have the ambition to not stay that way”
Pedro de la Rosa insists he is not afraid to admit he will tackle next weekend’s Australian grand prix at the wheel of the “worst” car. “We will have a difficult year,” said the veteran Spaniard, who is yet to actually drive HRT’s newly-launched F112.
Mar 02
Former Jordan and Jaguar designer Gary Anderson has singled out Lotus and Force India to impress in 2012.
The Irishman stood trackside at the Barcelona test on Thursday and later told the German-language Speed Week magazine that Mark Webber in the Red Bull suffered from “a bit too much understeer” in the new title-defending RB8.
Feb 20
1982 world champion Keke Rosberg has tipped Caterham to take a “step forward” in 2012.
But the Finn, whose son is the Mercedes driver Nico Rosberg, also said Heikki Kovalainen’s team could face a speed-bump in the form of its scheduled factory move. “That will be a big distraction,” Rosberg, 63, told the MTV3 broadcaster.
Feb 14
Dario Franchitti insists he has no regrets despite never adding success in formula one to his list of career achievements.
The famous Scot, whose wife is the Hollywood actor Ashley Judd, is the cousin of impressive Force India youngster Paul di Resta. Last week, 38-year-old Franchitti joined his family member at the Jerez test.
