In Fuji Speedway last Sunday, the Petronas Syntium Team clinched yet another 1-2 Finish in the 4-Hrs race at the 2011 Super Taikyu Endurance Series. The weekend also saw the fastest qualifying time as set by the Team’s No.1 BMW Z4M Coupe, just ahead of their sister No.28 car.
While the circuit remained nice and dry for the entire 4-hrs, the weather however, was an overcast throughout. At Pole Position, the team’s car No.1 Piloted by Dominic Ang, Masataka Yanagid and Nobuteru Taniguchi managed to maintain their lead in the ST-1 class and eventually finished, taking their second class win of the season. Followed by car No.28 piloted by Fariqe Hairuman, Tatsuya Kataoka and Ooi Fei Hoong.
PETRONAS SYNTIUM TEAM
2011 Super Taikyu Series
Rd. 2 Fuji Speedway
Sunday, 24 July 2011
Driver Comments:
Dominic Ang / No. 1 BMW Z4M Coupe
“It was really exciting doing my first qualifying in the series yesterday and I am happy that I managed to improve my time though there is still more that can be improved. I need to thank my teammate for their advice in improving my time. In the race, I had to watch for my fuel consumption. So I tried my best to maintain my pace, and push a little at the end to get a faster lap. Really happy to win again and need to thank my senior teammates in the team for their advice!”
Masataka Yanagida / No. 1 BMW Z4M Coupe
“My stint was pretty good actually, even though I too was aware of the fuel consumption. Sometimes Kataoka and I provided a nice battle together, that I think made the fans get excited. I’ m happy to win this time, too!”
Nobuteru Taniguchi / No. 1 BMW Z4M Coupe
“During the beginning of my stint, I tried to control my pace because of the fuel consumption. In the last session, I wanted to aim for the fastest lap of but by then the surface of track with all the traffic was dirty so I couldn’t make it. But, I am totally happy to win!”
Fariqe Hairuman / No. 28 BMW Z4M Coupe
“I am really happy that we managed to finish behind our sister car in 2nd again. It was a great result for the team. With the Japanese summer in full swing, it was really hot in the car but I manage to get a very good race. I would like to thanks to the team and also to our sponsors!”
Tatsuya Kataoka / No. 28 BMW Z4M Coupe
“Like my teammates, I had to always manage the pace, though with one eye on any chance to take lead. Just before my pit stop, I felt the car almost run out of fuel. But it was all OK as I managed to bring the car back. Overall, I am happy with second and that we got another 1-2 finish in the ST-1 class for the team.”
Ooi Fei Hoong / No. 28 BMW Z4M Coupe
“It was a very good qualifying for me yesterday. The aim was to be consistent with all the traffic! The race was really great and I learned and was able to improve a lot thanks to advice from all of my teammates, a big thanks to everyone helping me. Will do my best to continue improving!”
David Wong / Team Principal
“We are very happy to come away with a win and a second place in the ST-1 class this weekend at the Fuji Speedway. It was a very good qualifying and race. The drivers all did a great job but Dominic surprised us the most with his speed and consistency. Given this result, we are definitely look forward to next race!”
