domingo, 29 de abril de 2012

* More photos of the * Brazilian * driver- Lucas di Grassi " /TriStar Cannes *.....2012*





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* Stay tuned! * Lucas Di Grassi announces a * TriStar111 this year in Brazil! *....



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Lucas di Grassi* - TriStar Cannes - 2012


TriStar111 Cannes
TriStar55.5 Cannes

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*TriStar *Cannes oficially presented: The red carpet is ready… to welcome 1,100 athletes at the *Finish Line!*...

Cannes is ready to host the inaugural edition of the TriStar55.5 and TriStar111 Cannes formats on Sunday, April 29th, 2012, with 1,100 triathletes already registered. The start for the swimming is tomorrow at 8:30 on the “Qaui Laubeuf” beach. It will be a very interesting triathlon race because of its fun and easy recovery format and because of the impressive PRO start list in one of the best spots to start the European season this year: François Chabaud (FRA), Hervé Faure (FRA), Olivier Marceau (SUI), Daniel Fontana (ITA), Joe Skipper (GBR),  Jeanne Collonge (FRA) Delphine Pelletier (FRA), Simone Friis (DEN), Adeline Rausis (SUI) or Gabriella Zelinka (HUN) will participate tomorrow. There is also a great number of VIPs and former pro athletes from other sports enjoying this race as participants. Formula 1 drivers such as the Brit Jenson Button, Brazilian Lucas Di Grassi or Austrian Alex Wurz, and VIPs and former pro athletes as Paul Belmondo or Stéphane Diagana… This exciting new international event in the Côte D’Azur has been officially presented today at the Radisson Hotel.

Quotes from the pre-race press conference at TriStar Cannes
Manuela Garelli, Race Director
“This is a unique format, in a unique place, for a unique race. TriStar111 Cannes offers all athletes its traditional triathlon: 1 km of swimming in the crystal waters of the Mediterranean, followed by breathtaking cycling through picturesque villages and on top of all, a running course of 10 km in the center of Cannes arriving at the steps of the Festival Hall. Welcome to Cannes to all the athletes and organizers and thanks in advance for a great day tomorrow.”
Laurent Gauthier, President of Star Events (organizer)
“We are so glad to organize this great race in one of the best destinations in France. Cannes, Deauville and Lyon are three of the TriStar events with most participants. Local and international triathletes definitely know what TriStar stands for and that they will have a high quality event organized for them. Everyone will feel like a pro athlete.”
Olivier Marceau (SWI), World Champion, olympic and three times TriStar winner
"I’m looking forward to racing ‘at home’ tomorrow. I perfectly know these roads, these streets and I would like to ride and run fast to try to keep the victory at home. It’s going to be very tough as the bike course is demanding and the start list is full of great athletes.”
Daniel Fontana (ITA), Olympic and 8:18:00 Ironman competitor
“My background is similar to the one of Marceau as I also came from the Olympic distance and I feel that this format suits me perfectly. I don’t know the bike course, I only saw the maps on the internet and it looks very tough. The bike is going to be the key factor for sure to fight for the podium tomorrow.”
Adeline Rausis (SUI), pro triathlete
“I have planned to participate in some other TriStar races this year (Lyon, Deauville and Monaco). I really like the format and these races are perfect to compete, to train and to get an extra motivation to keep practicing triathlon.”
Paul Belmondo, former pro athlete, professional driver and TriStar Ambassador
“As an official TriStar Ambassador I can’t wait to start racing tomorrow in Cannes. I train here a lot, and I will try to finish under 5 hours… Hope the forecast is wrong and we will see the sun tomorrow and enjoy Cannes this international triathlon”.
Lucas Di Grassi (BRA), F1 driver
“I have already participated in a TriStar race in Monaco in 2010, and then triathlon became my hobby. I love the way TriStar is organizing sport events this is why we merged forces and we started up Star Events South America, based in Brazil. Together we created a good team which will announce a TriStar111 in Brazil for 2012 this season very shortly. I cannot compete with the PRO athletes I’m just here to have fun, to practice a lovely sport as a good way to stay fit for the Formula 1 and to share this experience and great moments with some friends.”
Stéphane Diagana (FRA) former pro athlete and Olympic gold medallist:
“I’m part of a Relay Team, I will swim 1 km –my first time in the sea!– and then my mates will finish the race. We will cross the finish line together. I’m so excited, and I will try to do my best and have a really nice day!”

Live Rankings and full results, Leaderboards, Updates and images on www.TriStarLive.com
TheTriStar label is presented by Star Events, a Monaco based company specializing in organizing high quality sports events that are focused on fun, social responsibility and environmental protection. The TriStar Series has grown to 27 races in these 14 destinations in less than three years: Nevis (St.Kitts and Nevis), Mallorca and Madrid (Spain), Lyon, Deauville and Cannes (France), Split (Croatia), Worms-Germany (Germany), Salzkammergut and Kufstein (Austria), Milton Keynes (United Kingdom), Estonia-Otepää (Estonia), Minnesota (USA), Monaco (Monaco). TriStar has introduced new distances to the sport of triathlon (A/N: 111km and 222km), officially recognized by ITU, as well as a brand new Team Racing ConceptT5. More Info: www.tristarseries.com and www.star-events.cc

sábado, 28 de abril de 2012

* Lucas di Grassi * is doing the * TriStar111 Cannes* tomorrow! .....*



Lucas is doing the TriStar111 Cannes tomorrow!
Lucas: “I have already participated in a TriStar race in Monaco in 2010, and then triathlon became my hobby. I love the way TriStar is organizing sport events this is why we merged forces and we started up Star Events South America, based in Brazil. Together we created a good team which will announce a TriStar111 in Brazil for 2012 this season very shortly. I cannot compete with the PRO athletes I’m just here to have fun, to practice a lovely sport as a good way to stay fit for the Formula 1 and to share this experience and great moments with some friends.”
Good luck Lucas! :)

sexta-feira, 27 de abril de 2012

*Beautiful photos of the official driver of Pirelli....*: Lucas di Grassi *...





                                                     * Lucas      di       Grassi....

sexta-feira, 20 de abril de 2012

sábado, 14 de abril de 2012

"2012 Chinese GP" - * Photos ::* Lucas Di Grassi ::. *













* Best moments of qualifying for the * Chinese Grand Prix Formula 1.... 2012 *





http://globoesporte.globo.com/formula-1/videos/t/provas/v/melhores-momentos-do-treino-classificatorio-do-gp-da-china-de-formula-1/1903486/         ( in     Portuguese.... )

* Grand Prix of China * - F1 - 2012... ( Shanghai)

                             Video 1:F1 2012 Onboard   Shanghai,China 
                    http://youtu.be/0pQiNba5B4o



                           Video  2:   Shanghai    International   Circuit  with  (Webber)

                           http://youtu.be/EbLfsphzUc8 
  



                




              Brazilian driver Lucas di Grassi, said the details of the circuit .....
              - in  *Portuguese*... http://youtu.be/HQ7je9K1Jho 


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domingo, 1 de abril de 2012

" Lucas di Grassi believes * Pirelli * test job * keeps his driving sharp for possible racing seat....*



" Lucas  di  Grassi * believes that continuing in his *Pirelli test role will keep his driving sharp so that he is ready for a racing return in F1 if the chance arises.
The ex-Virgin driver was set to join Peugeot's sportscar programme this year, but was left without a seat when the French marque pulled the plug on its programme.
As well as hoping for an F1 shot, he also expects the Pirelli mileage to keep him in the frame for a drive in another category.
"Just driving a car for so much mileage per year is good preparation in case there is an opportunity in F1," di Grassi told AUTOSPORT.
"But even if there isn't an F1 chance, I saw when I tested for Peugeot last year that driving an F1 car keeps you in a good condition if there is a chance to race elsewhere in Le Mans cars, IndyCar or wherever.
"My original plan this year was to race for Peugeot and to continue the development work with Pirelli that I enjoyed last year. It's good to get mileage in an F1 car and it's crucial to keep you in shape. I also learned some more technical skills that I didn't have when racing."
Di Grassi is evaluating programmes in other categories as well as in F1, admitting that a return to grand prix racing would likely depend on raising a budget.
If he races elsewhere, he is determined to ensure that it is in potentially race-winning machinery.
"Last year, I had two good F1 offers but it required sponsors," said di Grassi. "There are many drivers in F1 who have to bring money and they are talented, but it shows you need the commercial side as well.
"F1 is a great series and I would go to F1 to race, but if there was an opportunity to go into the WEC, DTM or IndyCar and win races, that would also be good. My main concern is to come back in a position to win or compete for the championship."
Di Grassi has already started work for Pirelli this year, conducting a GP2 test at Jerez and believes that the company will benefit from having both him and ex-Scuderia Toro Rosso driver Jaime Alguersuari on its books.
"The programme is going to be a lot more intense this year as we also get to work on the GP2 car and with the simulator. With two drivers, you get two sets of feedback, which is good for Pirelli."