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Paulo has taken the lead in campaigning for the position

fredrik — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 07:30:46 +0000

The UIM Council now faces the decision of choosing and nominating a candidate for the vacant position of President of the Formula Committee. Two potential candidates have emerged, namely Paulo Ferreira and Pelle Larsson.

Paulo Ferreira, the President of the Federacao Portuguesa De Motonautica, has taken the lead in campaigning for the position. He has demonstrated his dedication by already having a seat in Council for the next three years and his track record of organizing successful events in Portugal. Ferreira has also provided a detailed proposal for the future of Formula racing, which he will present to the council. His emphasis on securing sponsors, creating a strong media plan, and organizing a variety of events showcases his ambitious plans for the sport. PRW has seen the proposal.

Frode Sundsdal, the owner of PRW said :

“The proposal looks very professional. Mr Ferreira has a game plan, and since he has track record of saving the World-championship in the Formula 2 class, especially during, and after the pandemic. He has also proved to be a major event host. International brands has also been introduced as sponsors to the series by Mr Ferreira. The UIM will run a risk if they dont nominate Mr Ferreira. Without him and his support in Portugal the last few years had been very poor with F2 eyes”

On the other hand, Pelle Larsson, a former Race Director and chairman, has not actively campaigned for the role. However, he has expressed his interest in the position and has stated that he will share his ideas if elected. Larsson highlights the importance of continued development, ensuring a healthy financial aspect for the class, creating a well-planned calendar, organizing standout events, and providing education for the Formula Committee.

Both candidates have their strengths and visions for Formula racing. The UIM Council now faces the challenge of making a decision that will shape the future of the sport. It remains to be seen who will be chosen for the position and how they will lead Formula racing in the coming years.

Frode Sundsdal sums up :

“Pelle Larsson has more skills in rules, and the daily running of the events as race director as I can see it. Paulo Ferreira has showed skills on a different level, to bring in media, international sponsors and finding new venues. Maybe thats where we need to focus now. Its a shame that Council have to choose. Powerboatracing need them both.

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Edgaras Riabko won his F2 ICA appeal.

Chris Davies — Mon, 20 Feb 2023 13:11:40 +0000

After a long 5–month wait, Edgaras Riabko‘s hard work and dedication finally paid off. The Lithuanian driver was awarded the International Court of Arbitration for Sport (ICA) appeal result, overturning his disqualification from the UIM F2 Championship race held in Vila Vela De Roao, Portugal.

The race had seen multiple winners, with Norwegian driver Tobias Munthe Kaas crossing the line first, but ultimately disqualified for an illegal engine. After a long night, American driver Brent Dillard was awarded the win.

Then, the news came out that Stefan Hagin, who was also disqualified for an illegal engine, had won his appeal. He finished second in the race, but was initially awarded first place. But with the result of the appeal from Edgaras Riabko, Stefan was pushed back to second position overall, while he still kept his UIMF2 World Championship title. In the end, Edgaras received a yellow card instead of a disqualification, making it his first international victory abroad since his win from Kupiskis two years ago.

Pelle Larsson, the UIM Race Director, commented on the decision, stating that the five–month wait was the biggest disaster of all. But for Edgaras, it was a moment of triumph, with his hard work and dedication finally being rewarded.

Disqualified, now what ?

Disaster in..

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Kupiskis UIMF2 aftermovie

Tony Blom-Pettersen — Sun, 18 Dec 2022 05:53:50 +0000

Edgaras Riabko hosted only 1 UIMF2 Worldchampionship round in 2022. Smart, since it turned out to be the best event of the year for the F2 class.

Edgaras Riabko made an huge effort when he hosted the Kupiskis event, consert, VIP setup, a great livestream and now the aftermovie. Powerboatracingworld.com is a firm beliver in hosting 1 great event, rather that a double header, witch normally turnes out to be 2 back to back races with 50% effort in each race.

Frode Sundsdal told PRW this morning :

The UIM and F2 class is so keen on events, that they excepts any event that wants to host a round of the UIMF2 Worldchampionship. During the pandemics we had no choice, and a great thanks to the organizers who stepped up, but I think that is wrong to continue, and it have to stop. The class it self provides great racing, and deserves nothing but the best. In my opinion its wrong to host back to back races. All effort of a hosting country have to go into one event, trust me, I know how much work it is to produce a proper event like Edgaras did here. Well done to him and his team.

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Riabko relegated to 10th

Frode Sundsdal — Sun, 18 Sep 2022 18:30:25 +0000

Edgaras Riabko who started from fifth, had a superb start, took second position and held it until the chequered flag.

However, after the race, he was given a one lap penalty for his driving at the start.

The Lithuanian driver was classified in 10th place following the decision.

At the time of publishing this artical, Edgaras Riabko had filed a protest. It will not affect the over all score in the championship, only the race.

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