Genk Rounds 7 & 8 ~ 12^th/13^th/14^th/15^th August 2010

The meeting went off well although there were numerous visits to the Clerks Room for enquiries over the four days.

The racing was close as it always is and that resulted in attendances before the clerks, but as we have said in the briefings we will investigate any report we receive from the marshals/observers and clerks out on the circuit.

There were a few competitors penalised for infringement of technical regulations including

Alex Gill, Josh Gollin, Ellis Hanks, Samuel O Jones and Lewis Taylor.

Jay Goodwin was penalised for a False Start by 10 seconds being added to his race time.

Oliver Myers was penalised for driving incompatible with general safety. He appealed the decision and having produced fresh video evidence to the Stewards, the appeal was allowed. A number of other competitors were interviewed but no action was taken on those matters other than verbal warnings being given.

Contact driving is not permitted and the Clerks investigated all reports, which also resulted in verbal warnings being given. However at this meeting the driving standards were better than at Glan-Y-Gors.

Of those other drivers given verbal warnings numerous were because they had been reported for overtaking others on the “slowing down lap” after the chequered flag had been shown.  Most of the reports stated that the offending driver overtook others still to fast, at “racing speeds”, and the argument the “he was going very slowly and I had to overtake him” will not be accepted in these circumstances. Please note that Regulation Q.17.2 applies in this instance. Stay in line behind each other on the slowing down lap.

We investigated an incident of abusive language and behaviour by Conner Jupp’s father which involved the mother of another competitor. After hearing the matter he was fined £750:00 and banned from the Genk Circuit and all further rounds of the Championship for the rest of 2010. He appealed and the Stewards upheld the fine and ratified the ban from Genk and other circuits but suspended the operation of the ban for 12 months.

Abusive language and violent behaviour will not be tolerated and we would remind you that team members, parents and guardians misbehaviour is the responsibility of the competitor and entrant, who may be penalised separately.

The second incident, of abusive language and assault, involved Oliver Myers who used bad language and also pushed the Start Line Judge of Fact after his kart failed to make the start of his Final. He was fined £750:00 and 3 points were endorsed on his competition licence.

John Felix ~ Championship Clerk of the Course

Terry Bateman ~ Championship Operations Clerk of the Course

Geoff Strong ~ Championship Judicial Clerk of the Course

19^th August 2010

The weekend started off really well and we were blessed with sunshine right up until Sunday morning, which began overcast and didn’t improve all day, ending our time in Belgium very wet. This didn’t dampen the spirit of our drivers though as there were some very notable drives from some of our youngest and newest competitors. The highlight of the weekend and one race I will never forget was the MSA Cadet final on Saturday. It is a very rare occasion I am let out of the office, but having an errand to run to scrutineering afforded me the privilege of watching these magnificent youngsters battling throughout the entire race. Going to Genk is always a wonderful family experience and I hope you all enjoyed it.

The marshalling was very professional with some accurate reports regularly going to the Clerks office. They were also a very friendly and happy bunch, as you can see in the photograph.

All the best to Callum & Ricky who came away with injuries, but Ricky made the most of being unable to race by taking to the commentary box with Henry. He did a splendid job and judging by the big smile on his face he loved every minute.

Compliments also for the tidy paddock left behind. I often stay behind on Sunday evening and am very embarrassed by the mess that so often greets me on Monday morning before I leave a circuit. It doesn’t take much to have a quick look around and tidy up before leaving. The circuit owners would really appreciate it.

TV schedules are now on the home page of the website.

We are now more than halfway through the Championship season and I have been calculating dropped scores, these will be on the website before the next rounds at Three Sisters, Wigan. We will be racing the ‘Club’ circuit which is track 4 on their website. See you there.

Well we nearly managed another dry meeting. Friday, Saturday on slicks, Sunday was rather more testing on wets. That’s when the usual front runners changed, and it made racing even more of a challenge.

Thank you to all the Glan Y Gors Staff for their cooperation and dedication to the sport.

There were far too many warning flags for my liking on Friday. Please remember this is a TEST day not racing.

Now we plan for Genk. Two days testing, two days racing and holiday time! Details of the ferry deal with Norfolkline was on the back of your GYG programme along with a few do’s and don’ts for Genk. These will also be on the website. All awnings MUST have a groundsheet. Do not expect to be able to park any living accommodation in the front rows of the paddock. There is a designated camping area with electric. But there will be a charge for electric made by the circuit owners. You will also be fined for any fuel spillages and litter left behind. Everyone will be given a numbered parking spot and it will be checked before you leave.

If you keep to these rules I’m sure you will all have a fantastic time. Genk has always been the most relaxed atmosphere at any circuit. I hope you enjoy your experience there.

Class sponsor awards

The meeting went off well although there were numerous visits to the Clerks Room for enquiries over the three days.

The racing was close as it always is and that resulted in attendances before the clerks but as we have said in the briefings we will investigate any report we receive from the marshals/observers and clerks out on the circuit.

There were a number of competitors penalised for infringement of technical regulations including

Greg McKenzie, Jacob Hunstone, Lewis Taylor, James Beumee and Callum McKechnie

Those penalised for driving offences were Philip Rawson, Sam Macleod and Ashley Hand. A number of other competitors were interviewed but no action was taken on those matters other than verbal warnings being given.

Of those other drivers given verbal warnings numerous were because they had been reported for overtaking others on the “slowing down lap” after the chequered flag had been shown. At that time Yellow Flags are being shown by the marshals. Most of the reports stated that the offending driver overtook others still fast at “racing speeds” and the argument the “he was going very slowly and I had to overtake him” will not be accepted in these circumstances. Please note that Regulation Q.17.2 applies in this instance. Stay in line behind each other on the slowing down lap.

On the matter of Flags, we keep a record of the Flags shown at the Start Line and on Friday there 30 Warning (B/W) Flags; 3 Technical (B/Orange); on Saturday 31 Warning (B/W) and 6 Technical (B/Orange) and on Sunday 8 Warning (B/W) and 1 Technical (B/Orange). We would like to see fewer incidents that require flags being shown over the three days and that depends on your driving.

On a very serious note James Kellett was before the Stewards of the meeting for an assault upon Philip Rawson and was excluded from Round 5 of the Championship, 4 points being placed upon his licence. Violence will not be tolerated.

John Felix ~ Senior Championship Clerk of the Course

Terry Bateman ~ Championship Clerk of the Course

Geoff Strong ~ Judicial Championship Clerk of the Course

Finally Jed Jeffries’ appeals against decisions made at Whilton Mill were heard by the Stewards at Glan Y Gors and the appeal against the Clerks decision that he Drove Incompatible with General Safety was dismissed (the penalty stands) and on the appeal that he left Whilton Mill before 30 minutes had elapsed after his race was allowed and the penalty no longer stands.

We look forward to Genk in a few weeks time.

Click here for all the provisional class results from Round 3 at Glan Y Gors

Click here for all the provisional class results from Round 4 at Glan Y Gors

Click here for all the provisional class results from Round 3 at Whilton Mill

Click here for all the provisional class results from Round 4 at Whilton Mill

Round 1 results Rowrah, click here to download them

Round 2 results Rowrah, click ip">here to download them

NOTE:  Mini max points and A final result for Sunday round 4 - All results will be provisional pending appeal to Stewards of the meeting at rounds 5 & 6 Glan Y Gors.