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Originally Posted by BobJones
Madness - the thought that TCR would replace BTCC.
TCR is great for an amateur, or mid-level, but as a premier class, it's a tough sell. Uninspiring motor vehicles resulting in less spectacle and BoP-dominated results.
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Agree with this . If TCR was a serious threat then tell me a driver currently entered who has the prospect of a major career like Sutton or Ingram . Last year Chris Smiley entered series and won it , no surprise give his talent . Had entered again this year , backed by the faithful Bert Taylor but you have the impression both would rather be in BTCC and the reason they are not is part finance but also the lack of cars and licences up until now . They could now finance a seat at dynamics but all a bit late and no sense in undoing current plans .
It also has to mentioned that others like Gamble Hand Proctor etc prefer sabbatical than TCR drive .
Trust in Alan Gow he has the know how and had dragged touring cars into new things before with great success . Unless their is a good alternative to this no sense ripping apart his reputation .
We need good development series for the kids , like that enjoyed in Ginetta and then slight adjustments to be made to keep budgets sensible given level of racing that is anticipated and desired .