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Non Gaming Discussions => Off-Topic => Topic started by: GmanJoe on December 01, 2002, 08:26:59 AM

Title: So, who will be remaining in Ford\'s rally team next year?
Post by: GmanJoe on December 01, 2002, 08:26:59 AM

Marko MArtin? What about Colin McRae and Carlos Sainz? Both considering pay cuts just to stay active in another team????

Are there less people watching outdoor events now?

Will Subaru keep Petter Solberg and Tommi Makinen again?

America prefers boring race sports like NASCAR and drag racing. We don\'t get much news about rallies and other circuit races.

Yes, it sucks. :(

Title: So, who will be remaining in Ford\'s rally team next year?
Post by: Coredweller on December 01, 2002, 12:18:56 PM

McRae has already signed with Citroen for next season; that was announced months ago.  I think it\'s commonly believed that Sainz will be leaving Ford as well, because they desperately need to save money.  I believe he may accept a pay cut and stay with Ford for two reasons:  1.  In addition to his contribution to the manufacturer\'s points tally, he\'s very valuable to them as a test driver.  2.  He came in third place in the overall driver\'s championship standings.  That\'s got to be worth something.

Markko Martin will definitely stay with Ford.  No way will Subaru get rid of either Solberg or Makinen.