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GM10 · 23 Mar 2018, 12:20 (Ref:3810116)

According to Motorsport.com IT, Morbidelli is the second driver for Mulsanne Racing.

Cinghio44 · 23 Mar 2018, 13:11 (Ref:3810130)

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Originally Posted by GM10

According to Motorsport.com IT, Morbidelli is the second driver for Mulsanne Racing.

And the team is supported technically by Hexathron

A great experienced team, I was hoping for Comini but it's good anyway

BobJones · 23 Mar 2018, 13:23 (Ref:3810133)

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Originally Posted by Cinghio44

And the team is supported technically by Hexathron

Now, that is more important news than the drivers IMHO. A great team of engineers as seen recently with wins in the BTCC and CTCC.

Wheels of Fire · 23 Mar 2018, 17:37 (Ref:3810200)

Morbidelli on the 2nd Alfa.
Now I'm curious about sponsors: Morbidelli's Alfa will have Camozzi for sure, but what about Giovanardi? They are two pro drivers, two legends. I expect also ab medica, but I think they will show some medium/big international brand.

**FIRE** · 24 Mar 2018, 00:01 (Ref:3810266)

The press release is mentioning Niki International.

Juntos · 24 Mar 2018, 19:12 (Ref:3810469)

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Originally Posted by FIRE

The press release is mentioning Niki International.

And what is Niki International?

Wheels of Fire · 25 Mar 2018, 15:14 (Ref:3810662)

Seems that Monteiro will skip the season opener. The Boutsen-Ginion driver will be replaced by Lessennes.

Cinghio44 · 25 Mar 2018, 17:15 (Ref:3810677)

Just to give some indications, yesterday first sprint race of the year for TCR in the Pirelli World Challenge in Austin, Texas.

On a track that promotes engine and power, Hyundai easily defeats the Honda Civic driven by Eversley, a good experienced driver. Hyundai 1-2, the Alfa Romeo was 4° with Jensen, a decent driver but the car has lack of pace and the set up seemed not optimally. Audi and VW really struggled, but maybe the drivers were not as good as the cars.

The cars all run with Bop from first TCR Bop test

Speed-King · 25 Mar 2018, 17:29 (Ref:3810679)

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Originally Posted by Cinghio44

Just to give some indications, yesterday first sprint race of the year for TCR in the Pirelli World Challenge in Austin, Texas.

On a track that promotes engine and power, Hyundai easily defeats the Honda Civic driven by Eversley, a good experienced driver. Hyundai 1-2, the Alfa Romeo was 4° with Jensen, a decent driver but the car has lack of pace and the set up seemed not optimally. Audi and VW really struggled, but maybe the drivers were not as good as the cars.

The cars all run with Bop from first TCR Bop test

And that Hyundai's got a proper works team paint job, too!

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S griffin · 26 Mar 2018, 09:29 (Ref:3810856)

Hope Monteiro is back soon. It's a shame he has been out a bit too long

Moneyseeker · 26 Mar 2018, 10:31 (Ref:3810868)

I doubt he will be back to be honest, I was surprised to see him sign for Honda again.

Cinghio44 · 26 Mar 2018, 11:08 (Ref:3810881)

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Originally Posted by Moneyseeker

I doubt he will be back to be honest, I was surprised to see him sign for Honda again.

It's a huge loss to not see Monteiro in the season opener. Maybe the driver is okay, but he has not fully recovered and there is no indication when he will be ready... probably Lessens will do more than only two races this year in WTCR

Cinghio44 · 26 Mar 2018, 11:50 (Ref:3810899)

Team Zengo with two Cupra Leon. First driver confirmed is Norbert Nagy

Tarzaan · 26 Mar 2018, 12:55 (Ref:3810920)

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Originally Posted by Cinghio44

Team Zengo with two Cupra Leon. First driver confirmed is Norbert Nagy

Good choice.

I think he is the best of the Zengő drivers.

Accoirding to the team they announce the second driver within a week.

I guess he will delegated by the SEAT, but some guys think she might be György Anett. She has the financial backup, and as a woman driver she might be a good marketing for the series (but she had not to strong results in the ETCC). Other possible hungarian candidate is Zsolt Szabo, who drive the last half last year in the WTCC.

But as I mention I think the second guy will be somebody by the SEAT.

smithhehehaha · 26 Mar 2018, 13:14 (Ref:3810930)

At least we can have a full grid of 26 for the first race of the season

Matt K · 26 Mar 2018, 13:17 (Ref:3810932)

Although it's not good that in such circumstances, but I'm glad to see Lessennes being given a chance to race. I'd like to see him do a full season in WTCR.
And hopefully Monteiro recovers fully. Bearing in mind his age, I've got the feeling it could sadly be the end of his career though.

Tarzaan · 26 Mar 2018, 13:35 (Ref:3810938)

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Originally Posted by smithhehehaha

At least we can have a full grid of 26 for the first race of the season

That is just 25 (with the 3rd Münnich car), so we need +1 car somewhere.

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Originally Posted by Matt K

Although it's not good that in such circumstances, but I'm glad to see Lessennes being given a chance to race. I'd like to see him do a full season in WTCR.
And hopefully Monteiro recovers fully. Bearing in mind his age, I've got the feeling it could sadly be the end of his career though.

I dont think Tiago will race ever...

shyroth · 26 Mar 2018, 13:58 (Ref:3810945)

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Originally Posted by Tarzaan

Good choice.

I think he is the best of the Zengő drivers.

Accoirding to the team they announce the second driver within a week.

I guess he will delegated by the SEAT, but some guys think she might be György Anett. She has the financial backup, and as a woman driver she might be a good marketing for the series (but she had not to strong results in the ETCC). Other possible hungarian candidate is Zsolt Szabo, who drive the last half last year in the WTCC.

But as I mention I think the second guy will be somebody by the SEAT.

How about Ficza filling the last spot? I think it's between him and Szabó.

Also I can see Jordi Gené in a third Campos Cupra if Münnich runs 3 cars aswell.

Jacqs Helvety · 26 Mar 2018, 14:48 (Ref:3810960)

What about Rene Munnich, Alain Menu or Kris Richard or an asian driver ?

**FIRE** · 26 Mar 2018, 17:44 (Ref:3811006)

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Originally Posted by Speed-King

And that Hyundai's got a proper works team paint job, too!

And like the WTCR factory team it's ugly!

Why not something like this:

**FIRE** · 26 Mar 2018, 17:47 (Ref:3811009)

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Originally Posted by Wheels of Fire

Seems that Monteiro will skip the season opener. The Boutsen-Ginion driver will be replaced by Lessennes.

I am starting to get worried about his situation.
His crash was almost six months ago.

**FIRE** · 26 Mar 2018, 17:48 (Ref:3811011)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cinghio44

Just to give some indications, yesterday first sprint race of the year for TCR in the Pirelli World Challenge in Austin, Texas.

On a track that promotes engine and power, Hyundai easily defeats the Honda Civic driven by Eversley, a good experienced driver. Hyundai 1-2, the Alfa Romeo was 4° with Jensen, a decent driver but the car has lack of pace and the set up seemed not optimally. Audi and VW really struggled, but maybe the drivers were not as good as the cars.

The cars all run with Bop from first TCR Bop test

WTCR is a different level but still Hyundai is the big favorite for the championship.

**FIRE** · 26 Mar 2018, 17:55 (Ref:3811012)

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Originally Posted by Jacqs Helvety

What about Rene Munnich, Alain Menu or Kris Richard or an asian driver ?

Welcome on the forum.

Munnich will do also rallycross so him not taking part or not a full season is not a surprise.

**FIRE** · 26 Mar 2018, 17:56 (Ref:3811014)

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Originally Posted by Tarzaan

That is just 25 (with the 3rd Münnich car), so we need +1 car somewhere.

I dont think Tiago will race ever...

+ IIRC every round has two wildcard drivers.

Jacqs Helvety · 26 Mar 2018, 18:36 (Ref:3811041)

Any News about the wildcards in Morrocco ?

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