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Racin Nexus Blancpain GT Series - Round 1 at Watkins Glen

It was all going very well, I was fastest in the Practice session and I also got Pole Position. Unfortunately I got punted off by Arlindo TC in the first lap and should have died really. It was a big crash but the marshalls flipped my car right side up and I was able to return to the pits and get repaired. With damage all around the car body and both front and rear wings needing to be replaced I had to wait in the pits for a long time. I was able to rejoin the race somehow still in the lead lap but it was only a matter of time before the leaders would lap me.

I was down to 10th and so it was a recovery drive but with an impaired car. I got some positions back with some DNFs ahead. I was up to 5th and fighting Nedic Mitar for 4th place. I had tried a couple of overtakes but he was able to defend. I had another opportunity but then he closed the door and I didn't back off this time and we collided. It was a compounded incident with a backmarker and I ended up hitting the wall and having to pit again for more repairs. After my second pitstop I was able to chase down Nedic Mitar and take the 4th place just one lap from the finish.

It was and wild and wacky race but at least I know I have the speed to win against this grid in these cars. I just have to stay out of trouble and I can get a good result. I think a podium finish was even possible here if I didn't have the incident with Nedic Mitar. It should have been a big DNF so I am happy to get the 4th place.

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Racin Nexus Blancpain GT Series - Preseason Test Race at Brno

Was downed by stomach flu this week and had to rest a few days. I was not able to practice and lost the feel for the Lambo. Got only 3rd in qualifying, made a few errors during the race, and finished 5th out of 10 runners. I also ran out of fuel and had to coast to the checkered flag. If I had been able to practice I think I could have challenged for the victory. Anyway, it was just a preseason test so no points lost nor gained. There should be enough time this week to recover from the tummy bug and put in some practice laps to get ready for Round 1 in Watkins Glen.

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I thought I was done racing this year, but Racin Nexus Blancpain GT Series just opened up and I decided to register. I have been testing the Lamborghini Huracan and I think I can get up to speed. I don't know though if I will practice as intense as I did for Super GT. I practiced so hard for that series I crashed my video card and injured my foot. Maybe I will take it easier this time around.