A Word of Encouragement, if I may.
Since our BOP has been significantly evened up, and our driving abilities are improving ........ it appears that the early laps at Suzuka will present very tight Pack Racing. If we are not careful, our event will quickly become Crash-n-Dash as is found in the Open Lobbies.
Last night was fairly rough, and after watching a replay I saw that I was the one that knocked Ohara off the track prior to the Hairpin Corner. The Pack was so tight at that spot, I was more wondering "How do I get out of this?" rather than being aware of what I might have caused. For that I certainly apologize to Ohara and hope that he will be at the track tonight.
It's not a 24-hour race, but there is still time to move to the front with Staying on Track, and a good Pit Strategy. No one may catch Lightning McQueen (aka Schmedracer), but you never know what might happen with a moment's inattention.
So, let's all settle down and enjoy the event ....... and have a good "Did you see that?" together afterwards