Thomas Biagi pilota FERRARI AF CORSE

22-02-10

Thomas with Team BMW Italy in Superstars!

The Emilian driver surprisingly will take part in the Superstars 2010 Championship at the wheel of a BMW M3 E92 coupè of the Team BMW Italy, managed by Roberto Ravaglia. After 11 victories, 30 podiums on 58 races and 2 GT1 champion titles won, Thomas leaves therefore the FIA GT Championship.
“The decision has been taken soon after the first words I had with Ravaglia” – says a radiant Biagi. “Since then I decided I would have gone any lengths to racing for the driver that has been my idol in covered wheels, both for his numerous victories and for his fidelity to the Bavarian brand. 
I have been dreaming to own a BMW M3 since 1994 when, still underage and without driving license, I was racing in F.3. and my friend Oliver Martini took me to the tracks with that piece of sportive jewelry. A few years down the line I finally realize my dream but, curiously, on a track. Despite not owning the most sportive of the cars from Munchen, I have been driving every day a BMW on the road for years. I drove it for at least 1 million of kilometers and I can appreciate any single detail of those cars.  This is why I am proud today more than ever to race for this team. My first objective is going to match up the brand and all the staff of BMW Team Italy that, starting from mechanics, seemed to be of the highest level both from a technical and human viewpoint. I will have to change and adapt my racing style quickly due to the numerous differences in the technical and sportive regulations compared to those of the GT1. Moving from endurance races to sprint ones requires a radical change in the driving style; it is like if a marathon runner were to run the 100 meters: it is going to be an interesting challenge. I conclude by saying that I believe this Championship is constantly rising thanks to the excellent promotion work performed by organizers and I am happy to run more races in Italy which will allow my fans to follow me live as well as on TV.”

Thomas’ on track baptism is scheduled for This week at Monza.

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