Bojan Vrbnjak
Jamie chadwick he knows he has to think of bigger things. Yes, title v W-series it was primarily a success for her. In addition to the title, she also received a cash prize of $ 500.000. And definitely more attention, in addition to the opportunity to show what he can do. “My goals are higher than just the W-series. I want to achieve a lot more in this sport," she said Chadwick after winning the title in the premiere season of the new women’s Formula One racing series.
The Brit explains that this was the most difficult year for her so far. “People judge you by your achievements on the track, but that includes much more. This year it tested much more than in previous years, it was very intense.”The focus of this new series, which took place as part of the German series races DTM, was higher than in all series before. And with that, more pressure.
What is most positive is that many critics have changed their minds. “Tudi Claire Williams falls next,”Issued Chandwick, who is on request Claire Williams this May she became the development racer of the team Formula 1. Chandwick says, “We want to achieve the same goal and that is to bring more women into motorsport. I hope that the criticism will stop now and we will see what this is supposed to be for."
Maybe for a springboard? But we have to ask ourselves where? He is finally at the start of the race Formula 1 stood a female racer 43 years ago. Whether this will change quickly now is another question. Not only is there a lack of talent, but often also money or the necessary support and trust. “This year, this platform has given me what I would never have," she said Chandwick. It is now up to her to make the best of it. Which is easier said than done today.
The creators of this women's series are planning their second season, and in the future the racers are expected to receive points for a super license. Gerhard berger, series boss DTM, also put testing with DTM race cars into play. This, however, is likely to happen without this year’s champion, who has no plans to defend the title. “I need more racing to be able to compete with the best guys. I hope to be able to do that next year. International Formula 3 would be one option, maybe even Formula 2."
Despite the cash prize she received, money remains her problem. “It’s about what you have in your pocket. Financial support is the biggest obstacle, ”he admits Chadwick.
