BTCC at Rockingham

Andy Metcalf · 14 Apr 2003, 09:27 (Ref:568868)

When I heard that the BTCC was going to Rockingham (in place of Knockhill) I wondered what it would be like. This last weekend, manicmarshal and myself have been Marshaling at Rockingham for a BARC Club meeting. I was impressed by the circuit facilities. Disapointed that there was no toilet available on post. And enjoyed the racing.

The only down side to the weekend was when a Porsche went into the wall just past turn 4 on the oval circuit. The Porsches were treating everyone to some good racing. Coming round the banked curves they were 3 abreast at times. I could imagine the Touring cars giving a similar spectacle.

The condtion of the Porsche driver is not known to us. We hope is ok. I think he was taken to hospital after a little treatment in the Med Centre. Any news would be appreciated.

MGF · 14 Apr 2003, 10:05 (Ref:568890)

Yep.. Rockingham is a really nice place to go if you want to actually 'see' motor racing... The view from the grandstands is really quite something

Little · 15 Apr 2003, 07:28 (Ref:569838)

Last I heard was the drivers ok, he was to be released from hospital a few hours after the last race. Rockinghams a mega place.. what post were you on? are you going to any other events?

Little

manicmarshal · 15 Apr 2003, 08:20 (Ref:569866)

We were on post 20. Thanks for the info about the driver. Really enjoyed the weekend, some good racing. Nice to have a day that finished by 6 on Sat and 5 on Sunday. I heard that Donington finished between 7 and 8 on Saturday!! WE plan to be at another couple of events at Rockingham, prob Touring Cars and poss ASCAR. hopefully the water in the campsite wont freeze overnight like it did on Friday!

Erdosfreak · 15 Apr 2003, 08:35 (Ref:569873)

how much will tickets be for rockingham, oh and according to the btcc guide in auto express both rounds at brands are £40 a ticket, is that true?

Little · 15 Apr 2003, 15:25 (Ref:570194)

As ever, all the information about Rockingham is on the website Rockingham.co.uk. ASCAR at The Rock is a good day, thing is by the looks of things they wont need many marshals as it is just on the oval. Even so, there is pleanty to do, there is live music, funfair and ofcourse the racing!!

Little

Speedworx · 16 Apr 2003, 17:33 (Ref:571358)

Rockingham is a class facility.

Chris Y · 16 Apr 2003, 18:24 (Ref:571406)

Primary school class perhaps.

Little · 16 Apr 2003, 18:29 (Ref:571412)

Quote:

Originally posted by Chris Y
Primary school class perhaps.

What ya on about Chris? Why primary school?

Little

Reido Rules · 16 Apr 2003, 21:22 (Ref:571547)

Rockingham markets it's events as something to do for the whole family. Something that's quite different to any other venue, it can get annoying for die hard fans, but it gets in the families.

Speedworx · 17 Apr 2003, 18:51 (Ref:572366)

IMHO, Rockingham is the best track in the country.

Reido Rules · 17 Apr 2003, 18:57 (Ref:572372)

As the cars hit the banking, for what will be the final corner, we will see some real action. It will also be a place where engine speed will count for half a lap, but set-up and drievr control for the other. If this isn't going to be difficult for the drivers it certainly will be for the engineers.

Speedworx · 17 Apr 2003, 19:00 (Ref:572379)

Should produce good racing. Can't wait for the races.

speedchick · 19 Apr 2003, 21:34 (Ref:574352)

It will be interesting to have another new circuit on the calendar, and seeing how successful Mondello has been for the BTCC, things can only get better!

argybargy · 20 Apr 2003, 01:28 (Ref:574469)

Rockingham looks rubbish.And that's official. I would much prefer the BTCC to take on some street racing. How about the Ipswich one-way system for starters. Now that would be worth watching.

MGF · 20 Apr 2003, 20:36 (Ref:575117)

Just a wild stab in the dark.... but are you from the Ipswich area by any chance?

Trust me though, Rockingham is a GOOD circuit.... good layout, good viewing and good facilities.... Silverstone take note....

Larsen · 20 Apr 2003, 21:34 (Ref:575157)

i've seen the Formula Saloons running around the Rock two years ago...it was quite something i can tell you :P

I think we will see great racing at Rockingham...im definately going since i got the Season ticket

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