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NEW SET OF WHEELS FOR ASSAILLIT AT BATHURST |
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Wednesday, 08 October 2008 |
Fujitsu Racing driver Damian Assaillit has switched to a Matthew White
Racing prepared Ford Falcon BA V8 Supercar for the Fujitsu V8 Series
event at Mount Panorama on 9-11 October.
Having run a Race Image Falcon through the first five rounds of the
Fujitsu V8 Series, the decision to switch to the MWR chassis was made
to enhance the team’s chances of breaking into the top-10. He currently
sits 15th in the championship chase.
The Sunshine Coast racer took to the wheel of MWR Falcon at a test day at Winton recently.
“The car felt very strong,” said Assaillit.
“Matthew’s cars have been running very well this year and we
strongly believe this car will provide the opportunity to make the step
forward.
“The other major plus is having an experienced team back in the pits to ensure we get the most out of the car.
“Doing well at Bathurst is very important and with this car at our
disposal we believe we can qualify towards the front, and then carry
that through into the races.
“This race is sure to attract the largest entry of the year with
around 40 cars expected to start the opening race of the weekend.
“Mount Panorama is the most challenging track in Australia, but I feel confident that it can bring the best result of the year.”
Cars hit the track for two practice session on Thursday. Friday
includes qualifying and the opening 14-lap race. The second and final
14-lap race of the weekend for the Fujitsu V8 Series cars will be on
Saturday.
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
Thursday 9 October
9:10am – 9:50am – Practice 1
3:15pm – 3:55pm – Practice 2
Friday 10 October
8:00am – 8:50am – Qualifying
12:55pm – Race One (14 laps)
Saturday 11 October
1:40pm – Race Two (14 laps)
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