Donington this weekend - Is it on? - It is NOW! - And there's more! - Page 19

**Peter Mallett** · 4 May 2009, 08:47 (Ref:2455024)

Quote:

Originally Posted by john ruston

Assume its Alan Gow the Bernie of Saloon Car Racing and he does not take prisoners or am I getting the names messed up.If it is him a good bloke in the little I had to do with him years ago..

Yep, that's the Jonny, er Alan.

Dave 455 · 4 May 2009, 09:21 (Ref:2455040)

Motorsport Vision have reacted to Donington's BSB May 22-25 Round Statement.

http://www.msvracing.co.uk/news/1may...gton-park.aspx

Al Weyman · 4 May 2009, 10:12 (Ref:2455074)

But can anyone tell us has any work actually been done to rectify the situation? I always thought actions speak louder than words.

**Peter Mallett** · 4 May 2009, 10:17 (Ref:2455077)

Quote:

Originally Posted by that link I posted before

UK motorsport's governing body, the MSA, has now confirmed that following work in the past week at the circuit to alleviate the situation, a track inspection will take place on May 7, after which the necessary licence will be granted.

Hmm, "confirmed that work in the past week" and;

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ditto

BTCC series director Alan Gow said he was delighted that doubts about the event had now been removed.

"The Donington team have worked long and hard to get the circuit prepared for our race event on 17 May and we thank them for their tireless efforts," said Gow.

"doubts about the event have been removed". Would suggest that work has taken place rather than just statements.

Agreed Alan G is talking about the BTCC but as I suggested he is the top bloke in the MSA and if he says the meeting before (as posted by John Gee) then I'd suggest he means that the Masters weekend and the BTCC events are on.

Al Weyman · 4 May 2009, 11:05 (Ref:2455109)

Sounds hopeful.

Dave 455 · 4 May 2009, 17:15 (Ref:2455302)

The MSA and donington have now reached agreement on what work needs to be carried out to rectify the situation : -

http://www.donington-park.co.uk/busi...ws?news_id=643

Even though this will cost Donington money!

terence · 5 May 2009, 12:20 (Ref:2455799)

Word from Donington this morning that Masters is definitly on this weekend.

john ruston · 5 May 2009, 12:30 (Ref:2455808)

They also say that the GP will be held there next year so we can all believe that!
You will know on Sunday if it has happened or not.
The same people who would not leave Abbey alone due to legal ramifications are set to make this decision so if any way they can become responsible for any repercussions of a decision it will not happen
Hope it does and if I were Ron I would be looking to kick someones ar..!
It was all so predictable

Andrew Kitson · 6 May 2009, 15:07 (Ref:2456540)

Found this link to some pics of work in progress. Taken this week I think.
http://f1.gpupdate.net/en/gallery.php?catID=4280

redshoes · 6 May 2009, 15:23 (Ref:2456547)

Picture #7 gives a good indication of how it looks trackside. A definite improvement in terms of run-off area, although from picture #2 it seems there's still no barrier on the inside.

After all the rumours it's good to see some progress, however the tunnel appears far from finished and the MSA track inspection is supposed to be tomorrow.

terence · 6 May 2009, 15:59 (Ref:2456564)

I would have thought that picture two was taken yesterday.Besides which it would be the outside run-off that was causing more concern.

redshoes · 6 May 2009, 16:06 (Ref:2456573)

I thought it was the bikers who were concerned about the outside and the MSA/FIA about the inside.

Either way I'd be more concerned about the sudden 15ft drop.

Al Weyman · 6 May 2009, 17:16 (Ref:2456630)

Good luck for tomorrow, I think you will need it. Imagine dropping in to that at a 100mph, I think it would be curtains.

gary396 · 6 May 2009, 17:39 (Ref:2456643)

Thinking positively (i.e. it will be ON) does anyone know where there is a copy of the paddock plan for the Masters? It's mentioned on the final instructions for the Master's but I can't find it anywhere. Thanks

johngee · 6 May 2009, 18:32 (Ref:2456687)

Quote:

Originally Posted by gary396

Thinking positively (i.e. it will be ON) does anyone know where there is a copy of the paddock plan for the Masters? It's mentioned on the final instructions for the Master's but I can't find it anywhere. Thanks

Gary. There should be one available when you arrive

jlittlejohn · 7 May 2009, 17:16 (Ref:2457350)

Any news on the MSA's track inspection today???

Mike Bell · 7 May 2009, 17:20 (Ref:2457352)

No, but had an email from Masters office regarding timetable changes. It says- 'We look forward to welcoming you at Donington from 14h00 tomorrow afternoon'.

So I guess that is as close as we are going to get to an 'It's on'!

Regards, Mike

johngee · 7 May 2009, 18:42 (Ref:2457417)

Masters are proceeding on the basis that the relatively small amount of work required on the circuit can be completed overnight, that the inspection tomorrow will be satisfactory and that the meeting will go ahead as planned.
I shall not be able to post after tonight and I'm therefore prepared to post my mobile No 07860 899175 for anybody to call me if they're still unsure of the position.
I know our moderators frown on publishing phone numbers but in these unusual circumstances and the fact that my number is in the public domain (i.e. the Blue Book) I hope they will allow it.

terence · 7 May 2009, 19:02 (Ref:2457428)

You'll have all sorts of weirdo's calling now John,

See you Saturday at the circuit.

**Peter Mallett** · 7 May 2009, 19:07 (Ref:2457431)

Terry,

It's an 07 number, not 08.

Mike Bell · 7 May 2009, 19:07 (Ref:2457432)

Thanks for the update John. Fingers well & truly crossed!

Regards, Mike

Al Weyman · 7 May 2009, 19:09 (Ref:2457435)

Blimey talk about last minute, good luck lads and fingers crossed for you.

terence · 7 May 2009, 19:11 (Ref:2457438)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Peter Mallett

Terry,

It's an 07 number, not 08.

Is there a difference

johngee · 7 May 2009, 19:16 (Ref:2457446)

If I get any obscene messages, guess who's names will go straight to the police!

terence · 7 May 2009, 19:23 (Ref:2457453)

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