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This series just keeps shooting itself in the foot. They should have just gone to Interlagos, then there would not have to be revisions to the circuit and it would be in the heart of São Paulo.
 
Because they have speedweeks for the Indy 500, plus the Indy 500 is globally recognized and really doesn't need a build up,

There are about 3 ovals and 5-6 road courses that could fill the slot,

Shame about Brazil, can it be replaced this close to the seasons start? Anywhere that isn't Interlagos or Cota, I'm thinking Laguna, Road America, Portland, or even that weird Rio oval they used to race in the late 90s,
 
That "weird Rio oval" is Jacarepagua, and uses parts of the old Formula 1 circuit. But it's scheduled for demolition - if it hasn't been wiped out already - to make way for the 2016 Olympic Park.
 
prisonermonkeys
That "weird Rio oval" is Jacarepagua, and uses parts of the old Formula 1 circuit. But it's scheduled for demolition - if it hasn't been wiped out already - to make way for the 2016 Olympic Park.
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So that leaves Brazil with 4? Race tracks?
 
prisonermonkeys
That "weird Rio oval" is Jacarepagua, and uses parts of the old Formula 1 circuit. But it's scheduled for demolition - if it hasn't been wiped out already - to make way for the 2016 Olympic Park.
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It's been wiped out for about 3-4 years now, judging by it's state on Google Earth.
 
TDZdave
So that leaves Brazil with 4? Race tracks?
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They have way more than 4, but it would be key to find funding.
 
TDZdave
Perhaps that was missing "adequate facilities"
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According to ABC News, the track was on track to being ready to host it. Contract in place until 2019, almost a sold out race as it was (2/3s of tickets had been sold.) It looks like the Brazilian Government is trying to dip its hands into pockets, as it also pulled the plug on MotoGP at the exact same venue. This is a blind move by the government there.
 
Is there a place indycar can relocate even in north America on such short notice?
 
TDZdave
Is there a place indycar can relocate even in north America on such short notice?
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Unless there was a pre-empted back up plan, I highly doubt it. They did get the sanction fee from Brazil, so they could charge a cheaper sanctioning fee to a replacement venue. I would assume it would remain a road course. As much as I hate Road America, this could wind up being it's only chance at an IndyCar date. I'm praying that if there was a plan B, it would be a relevant venue on the cards.
 
BRRT_Angel
Unless there was a pre-empted back up plan, I highly doubt it. They did get the sanction fee from Brazil, so they could charge a cheaper sanctioning fee to a replacement venue. I would assume it would remain a road course. As much as I hate Road America, this could wind up being it's only chance at an IndyCar date. I'm praying that if there was a plan B, it would be a relevant venue on the cards.
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I guess they'd have to think quick on venue, but they'd surely have the facts and figures to know which venue is best to replace it, anything that isn't cota would be great,
 
TDZdave
I guess they'd have to think quick on venue, but they'd surely have the facts and figures to know which venue is best to replace it, anything that isn't cota would be great,
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It would have to be something in the southern US. Flyout races are indeed impossible to negotiate this close to that particular date, unless they somehow save Brazil and keep it on.
 
BRRT_Angel
It would have to be something in the southern US. Flyout races are indeed impossible to negotiate this close to that particular date, unless they somehow save Brazil and keep it on.
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I would assume that the freight costs with an air company would have already been negotiated and paid, couldn't be that hard to divert elsewhere
 
TDZdave
I would assume that the freight costs with an air company would have already been negotiated and paid, couldn't be that hard to divert elsewhere
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However, it's the promoter getting a different feasible venue up and moving in February.
 
BRRT_Angel
However, it's the promoter getting a different feasible venue up and moving in February.
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In the interest of road courses, I reckon I could gather enough orange traffic cones to finish off the Adelaide street circuit for indycar, hospital is just across the road, police will attend when they hear them roar, I think that's everything covered :P
 
CFHR is making an announcement at 10am (Central most likely). It should be in regards to who will be sharing the 20 with Ed Carpenter.
 
GTPorsche
CFHR is making an announcement at 10am (Central most likely). It should be in regards to who will be sharing the 20 with Ed Carpenter.
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My bet is Filippi.
 
Filippi has been considered by them, along with Conor Daly and JR Hildebrand.

It's almost certainly going to be one of those three.
 
If they can't find a replacement for Brazil that is all on IndyCar as there has been rumors about it falling through since before the schedule came out.
 
They have less than a month to replace it if they can. Not exactly a good timeframe to get a new race in place, unless they had a backup plan ready as a precaution.
 
GTPorsche
Filippi has been considered by them, along with Conor Daly and JR Hildebrand.

It's almost certainly going to be one of those three.
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I believe Daly has a test with SPM as well.
 
GTPorsche
Yes, that was just announced yesterday. SPM also tested Stefano Coletti and Davide Valsecchi in December.
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At least there's a large driver pool. Not sure how much sponsorship all of them bring, but they have to have something. Apparently, Simona may still have decent funds too so *cough cough* KVSH! Then there's Briscoe, who doesn't carry insane cash, but is a consistent driver.
 
Glad to see Filippi got the ride. He's fast just, needs to finish the races.

Does Justin Wilson have a ride yet?
 
Sadly I think Briscoe in indycar is done, he needed a win last year and just never got it, and got slapped by Montoya out who he really should have beaten,
 
TDZdave
Sadly I think Briscoe in indycar is done, he needed a win last year and just never got it, and got slapped by Montoya out who he really should have beaten,
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I think Briscoe in general may be almost completely out. To my knowledge he has next to no sponsorship whatsoever.
 
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