and the title goes to......

Lewis - the most unpopular world champ in racing history perhaps but won regardless, although questionably. i'm not a fan, but he's not a bad guy, i just think its not his time. Ron Dennis is the "ass" i've a vendetta with McLaren after they oust Fernando in 2007. Hamilton would sure be anointed "Sir" in the next few weeks or so.

Felipe - The crushed kid, ran a perfect race, proved he can perform when the situation ask of him to. Unlike Hamilton who couldn't even defend his 5th place from Vettel in a slower car. Show's who's the better driver. 1 extra victory but alas 1 point less.

Fernando - The last of the greats, i respect this driver greatly of all new world champs, non could stand on the same grounds Micheal tread on but Alonso. 3 world titles, all in a car that was never meant for such greatness. proved to the world that Micheal was not gonna retire with a perfect score sheet. 2009 - return of the world champion? perhaps...

Timo - the architect of Lewis's crowning. Probably only has a future in McLaren if he is ever proven to throw the Brazilian race. I don't see any other team appreciating that last stint.

oh well, till 2009...

Passing Cars

Although the season started kinda boring and predictable, i doubt that even giving the script to Hollywood writers could produce such awesome spectacle as we've seen ever since the Singaporean Grand Prix.

I like Formula one races, but i've lost interest in the past year due to the stupid dramas between teams and not between drivers. it became predictable, but now its got its kick back. I'm at the edge of my seat witnessing the title contention.

Yes i'm routing for Ferrari instead of McLaren, i've always supported McLaren but hey, i don't like teams with team agenda and biased view and treatment for drivers. Ferrari did the same during Schumacer years and i hate them too. i follow drivers more.

Current fav is Alonso, the last of the drivers who actually get to duel it out with Micheal before the retirement. Montoya was another favourite, he actually made Micheal think twice before trying a move. i favour the bold and upstart drivers they're more fun. just because u race don't mean u can't party or smoke or drink. drivers of old proved that. now its a media fest.

The Current Squeeze

i've been on a total depression state for the past weekend. Reason of it being is not because the disturbing news i heard about someone, nor is it due to certain parties involvement in my affairs
, and it isn't got anything to do with work either despite all those bug me to death.

No, it's because of one thing and one thing only, the Rotax Max Calendar is officially over for the year 2008. as far as i stand, the year has ended. fuck the remaining months, there's nothing else to look-up forward to, asides Christmas at the Palencias'.

The tiny ray of hope which is keeping me alive, is my current squeeze. she's brawny, she loud and she's loves to be ridden hard and long all day & night. She's a black widow in some sense. She'd kill me the second i put a foot wrong. But she knows i can't resist, i keep coming back for more, for i am a nymph in the sense.

The seasons passed

The final round of the RMC/AMC calendar would be held somewhere in the next week or two and i wont be competing........

I hate 2008

Paying The Price of Freedom

We live in troubled times. The impact of the recent fuel hike is greatly affecting the public. Buses and Train stations are brimming with people, Protests are verging on riots, complaint and whines are more apparent. It seems like the only upside to this phenomena, is the higher sales volume of bikes. I'm not just talking about the average run of the mill 125cc units, I'm talking about full on supersports, cruisers, superbikes, and streetbikes spotted on roads almost everywhere and everyday now.

Although I don't ride much to work nowadays (due to a dead license), i miss the feeling... dearly. It used to be fine because before the soaring fuel prices the road i take to work on average, I'd probably see 1-2 bikes every 2 weeks or so. Now however, on my daily drive I see and average of 4 big ones just strafing across traffic daily. I envy them, *note to self - renew licenses & get a bike* I would definitely prefer riding over anything else.

Most people would never get to know the feeling, i wish i could shout at them within the helmet and just convinced the to try it.... just once... then and only then you know you've lived.

Now everybody say:


TENNINETYEIGHT

The Round Starter

Weather : Hot n Humid
Location : Sepang Go-Kart Circuit
Soundtrack : Discoteka - Starkillers

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March 1^st saw the kick-off round of the Malaysian Rotax Max Challenge for 2008. This is the “hot-bed” and training grounds for wannabe Formula 1 drivers. The event lasted 2 days with Qualifying and Heat 1 on Saturday and the Finals on Sunday.

A quarry of drivers both local and international turned up for the event. The Sepang Go-Kart Circuit is the chosen venue and is instantly a hit with the drivers due to its demanding high-speed corners. This year again saw local driving stars like Fairuz Fauzy, Imran Zaharias, Mikko Nassi and last year’s champ Masedenal Ali participating in the seniors category. In the Juniors, local stars Ryan Ritchie and Mohd. Nabil will be competing with Indonesian drivers Rio Haryanto, Kevin Susilo, and Senna.

Imran Zaharias took 1^st place in the senior’s category with Masedenal Ali and Mikko Nassi clinching 2md and 3^rd respectively. Imran (of SGR Racing Team) is also a Formula BMW driver and claims that this is going be his year and is giving it 110%.

In the Junior Category, Kevin Susilo, Ryan Ricthie and Mohd Nabil were bumped up to 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd due to the Disqualifications of driver Rio Haryanto of Indonesia and M. Rahimi from local team City-Karting.

The DD2 class or RM1 category saw Farriz Fauzy dominating over the other drivers. According to inside sources Farriz wants to be in the grand finals this year and will not risk anything to miss it.

The weather permitted a good, dry and hot race and the crowd turn up was promising with locals and tourist showing up. Local A1 GP heroes Alex Yoong and Aaron Lim also came to show their support of the local racing scene, along with upcoming Malaysian race star Jazeman Firhan who just came back from racing overseas. Round 2 of the RMC will take place in April with The Royal Kelantan Go-Kart Circuit being the host and just like last year expect an appearance from the Sultan and the Royal family.

Random Photo Blog

The Rotax Max Championship Season 2008 opener will officially be held on the 1st and 2nd of March. A promising new start for novice and experienced drivers, however few drivers from last year would not be making appearances for the 1st round which includes Imran Zaharias and myself. The line-up is yet to be confirmed but rumors are that a few hard-hitters are making a comeback (one that i know of is Hijaz). Last year's Champ Masedenal Ali and runner-up Farriz Fauzy have been spotted on the track practicing regularly, no doubt shaping themselves up for the new calendar and bracing for new challenges. I'll give more info on the once Race-Day is done and over with.