Toyota are still the benchmark!!! (2024 FIA World Endurance Championship Season Review)

Constructive criticism and feedback is welcomed always looking to improve 

<div class="md"><p>Constructive criticism and feedback is welcomed always looking to improve </p>
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Toyota still the benchmark 

Final race of the year for me is wrapped!

It was a very tough weekend for us at Jeddah. Don’t think I’ve ever walked so much in an event and yet shot so little. I mentioned in earlier posts that the good bits of the track to shoot are very far apart and the lack of access gates for us means more walking that you can imagine. 

I was finally able to get up in a building today in turn 1 and the angles were amazing. I’d have loved to get even higher in the Shangri La or another hotel but we couldn’t get permission. 

Besides shooting up top in turn 1, most of my race was spent in the pitlane, which is typical for me on race days. I tend to front load the race week with trackside action because teams don’t often do many live pit stops during practice sessions.

I was impressed with how the race went. We all assumed this would be a shit show on track with 20 tubbed chassis. But there very few incidents and the track provided great racing. 

In terms of shooting the circuit, I would be okay if this is my only time here. I enjoyed parts of it but the logistics of getting around were atrocious. Many of turns also look the same so it led to many similar looking shots. Not the worst circuit by any means, but not one I’m clamouring to visit again. Especially after having to walk 2km to the media parking lot with all my equipment because the shuttle buses stopped running. 

The media centre had everything we needed but it was very loud. There was a distinct shortage of headphones with everyone just playing everything out loud constantly. The catering crew was also working out of a side room so they’d bring these massive carts through that made so much noise. But hey, we had internet and snacks. We can’t really complain.

Overall Jeddah was a fine race weekend and the fans in attendance got to see a great race and that’s what matters. 

Thanks for letting me share my thoughts here. I also have a YouTube channel where I post behind the scenes vlogs from the races I attend and I have three videos coming from the Jeddah race week. 

I’m already looking forward to 2025! But now time for a holiday in 🇯🇵


<div class="md"><p>Final race of the year for me is wrapped!</p>

<p>It was a very tough weekend for us at Jeddah. Don’t think I’ve ever walked so much in an event and yet shot so little. I mentioned in earlier posts that the good bits of the track to shoot are very far apart and the lack of access gates for us means more walking that you can imagine. </p>

<p>I was finally able to get up in a building today in turn 1 and the angles were amazing. I’d have loved to get even higher in the Shangri La or another hotel but we couldn’t get permission. </p>

<p>Besides shooting up top in turn 1, most of my race was spent in the pitlane, which is typical for me on race days. I tend to front load the race week with trackside action because teams don’t often do many live pit stops during practice sessions.</p>

<p>I was impressed with how the race went. We all assumed this would be a shit show on track with 20 tubbed chassis. But there very few incidents and the track provided great racing. </p>

<p>In terms of shooting the circuit, I would be okay if this is my only time here. I enjoyed parts of it but the logistics of getting around were atrocious. Many of turns also look the same so it led to many similar looking shots. Not the worst circuit by any means, but not one I’m clamouring to visit again. Especially after having to walk 2km to the media parking lot with all my equipment because the shuttle buses stopped running. </p>

<p>The media centre had everything we needed but it was very loud. There was a distinct shortage of headphones with everyone just playing everything out loud constantly. The catering crew was also working out of a side room so they’d bring these massive carts through that made so much noise. But hey, we had internet and snacks. We can’t really complain.</p>

<p>Overall Jeddah was a fine race weekend and the fans in attendance got to see a great race and that’s what matters. </p>

<p>Thanks for letting me share my thoughts here. I also have a YouTube channel where I post behind the scenes vlogs from the races I attend and I have three videos coming from the Jeddah race week. </p>

<p>I’m already looking forward to 2025! But now time for a holiday in 🇯🇵</p>
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GTWC Jeddah Wrap Up

[Spoiler] Win 6H Jeddah

[Spoiler] on Pole for Jeddah Title Decider

Friday Report From Jeddah

Pepper Fronts Lamborghini 1-2 in Jeddah Pre-Qualifying

Dragon Sets Lineup for Two-Car Ferrari Effort in Next Month’s Gulf 12 Hours

Gounon Leads Cairoli in Jeddah Practice

WRT Take Sprint Cup Title After Successful Appeal Over Barcelona Race 1 Result

Solid day at the track. Quite a few red flags as we expected. The schedule ended up being pushed back 30 minutes which killed our chances to shoot some really nice light. Luckily we’ll get another crack it it tomorrow during FP1. 

Solid snack spread in the WRT garage. Thankful to be working with BMW again for this round and to be able to be around such a great team. One of the best in endurance racing. 

The track shoots okay but it’s very tough to get around. There are very few ways to cross the track. I shot the outside of turn T12 and it took about 35 minutes to walk there from the media centre. The only way back was the way I came since there’s no bridge to take you to the inside. I spent over an hour walking to essentially shoot one corner. You have to put in so much leg work (see what I did there?) to get very little payoff and I’m never a fan of circuits like that. It’s another reason why I controversially don’t like Spa-Francorchamps very much. 



We’ve got a late night of editing ahead then back early afternoon tomorrow for the first official practices. 

<div class="md"><p>Solid day at the track. Quite a few red flags as we expected. The schedule ended up being pushed back 30 minutes which killed our chances to shoot some really nice light. Luckily we’ll get another crack it it tomorrow during FP1. </p>

<p>Solid snack spread in the WRT garage. Thankful to be working with BMW again for this round and to be able to be around such a great team. One of the best in endurance racing. </p>

<p>The track shoots okay but it’s very tough to get around. There are very few ways to cross the track. I shot the outside of turn T12 and it took about 35 minutes to walk there from the media centre. The only way back was the way I came since there’s no bridge to take you to the inside. I spent over an hour walking to essentially shoot one corner. You have to put in so much leg work (see what I did there?) to get very little payoff and I’m never a fan of circuits like that. It’s another reason why I controversially don’t like Spa-Francorchamps very much. </p>

<p>We’ve got a late night of editing ahead then back early afternoon tomorrow for the first official practices. </p>
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GTWC Jeddah Day 2

HOT LAP | Jeddah | Ferrari 296 GT3 | Fanatec GT Europe 2024

Mirko Bortolotti saddened at "special" Lamborghini Huracan's impending post-2025 phaseout

[https://www.dailysportscar.com/2024/11/27/nls-set-to-run-first-ever-nls-light-race-in-2025.html](https://www.dailysportscar.com/2024/11/27/nls-set-to-run-first-ever-nls-light-race-in-2025.html)

This sounds cool. I really like the opportunity this gives smaller entrants and maybe people who want to try racing on the Nordschleife but are nervous of the GT3s and 911 Cups.

<div class="md"><p><a href="https://www.dailysportscar.com/2024/11/27/nls-set-to-run-first-ever-nls-light-race-in-2025.html">https://www.dailysportscar.com/2024/11/27/nls-set-to-run-first-ever-nls-light-race-in-2025.html</a></p>

<p>This sounds cool. I really like the opportunity this gives smaller entrants and maybe people who want to try racing on the Nordschleife but are nervous of the GT3s and 911 Cups.</p>
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NLS Set To Run First Ever ‘NLS Light’ Race In 2025

Had a chance to recon trackside locations and check out the paddock. I’ll be honest, I think the trackside shooting will be a bit tough. Everywhere kinda looks the same. There are a lot of corners but most are very small and it kinda feels like you’re almost always on a straight. I’m looking forward to the challenge. The circuit feels like it will really come to life with cars on track under the lights. It’s not your typical street circuit. It feels like a permanent track designed to look like a street circuit. It’s missing that charm of street lights and road signs you get at Long Beach or St Pete.

Looking forward to golden hour for sure. It should be amazing with the sun setting over the Red Sea. 

The media centre is nice with some catering options which really helps. The circuit feels quite secure as well.

Looking forward to the test sessions tomorrow and see what I can create once we have cars driving around. 

<div class="md"><p>Had a chance to recon trackside locations and check out the paddock. I’ll be honest, I think the trackside shooting will be a bit tough. Everywhere kinda looks the same. There are a lot of corners but most are very small and it kinda feels like you’re almost always on a straight. I’m looking forward to the challenge. The circuit feels like it will really come to life with cars on track under the lights. It’s not your typical street circuit. It feels like a permanent track designed to look like a street circuit. It’s missing that charm of street lights and road signs you get at Long Beach or St Pete.</p>

<p>Looking forward to golden hour for sure. It should be amazing with the sun setting over the Red Sea. </p>

<p>The media centre is nice with some catering options which really helps. The circuit feels quite secure as well.</p>

<p>Looking forward to the test sessions tomorrow and see what I can create once we have cars driving around. </p>
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GTWC Jeddah Day 1

What’s Coming Next In GT3?

FIA: Work on Electric GT Continuing “In the Background”

49 Cars for Jeddah Finale

Im trying to buy tickets for my boyfriend  to go see DTM at Nürburgring and I know the AGM grandstand is a good place to view it. What's available are the lower blocks c-h; can someone tell me if it's best to stay closer to the ring or being further back has a better view ? Thanks 

<div class="md"><p>Im trying to buy tickets for my boyfriend  to go see DTM at Nürburgring and I know the AGM grandstand is a good place to view it. What&#39;s available are the lower blocks c-h; can someone tell me if it&#39;s best to stay closer to the ring or being further back has a better view ? Thanks </p>
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Which part of AGM Grand Stand is best to sit in to see DTM Nurburgring 

KRC confirms GTWC Asia full-season return with new BMW M4 GT3 Evo

Gill: SRO America Balancing Rising Single-Makes, Core Series

Jeddah : 2 New Boutsen VDS Drivers to Close Season 

Looking to go to a GT3 race at brands hatch next year. I’m wondering where best to sit or stand?

Is it worth paying extra for the paddock hill seats on the entry to the first corner or is there a better spot in a general admission area?

I guess I’m looking for action spots (turn 1 I’m guessing) or corners which show the cars at their aerodynamic best 

Edit: so the general consensus seems to be get an admission ticket and walk around the circuit. Thanks everyone 👍🏽

<div class="md"><p>Looking to go to a GT3 race at brands hatch next year. I’m wondering where best to sit or stand?</p>

<p>Is it worth paying extra for the paddock hill seats on the entry to the first corner or is there a better spot in a general admission area?</p>

<p>I guess I’m looking for action spots (turn 1 I’m guessing) or corners which show the cars at their aerodynamic best </p>

<p>Edit: so the general consensus seems to be get an admission ticket and walk around the circuit. Thanks everyone 👍🏽</p>
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Where to sit at brands hatch?

Sportscar stalwart Ron Bell retires for new management role in McLaren reshuffle

Macau GP GT Worldcup

My 1980s Inspired Acrylic Work of a Porsche 935 Racecar


Gill: Six Driver Pairings Needed to Green-Light Format Change

I got my own thoughts on the incident, but i wanted to open up a bit of debate and hear your thoughts.

<div class="md"><p>I got my own thoughts on the incident, but i wanted to open up a bit of debate and hear your thoughts.</p>
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Thoughts on the Marciello - Fuoco clash? - FIA GT World Cup Macau 2024

Main Race | FIA GT World Cup | Macau GP 2024

Macau main race

Marciello wins FIA GT World Cup Qualifying Race at Macau

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