04/11/2020
Junior Formulas to Steal the Show?
This weekend at Pithara Speedway is not just the opening round of the Stainless Fastener Supplies West Coast Series for the senior Formula 500 drivers, but also the opening show of the Junior Formula 500 season.
Numbers have boosted this season, with five cars nominated for this weekend alone and more expected to come as the season progresses! Indeed, most of the field this weekend comes from a family of racers and it is exciting to see the next generation of some familiar names hitting the track this weekend.
The elder statesman of the group is Flynn Roser, who last season captured the hearts and imaginations of the crowd at every venue he raced in. Roser is quite clearly passionate about racing, getting laps at every chance he gets and he should put on another good show Saturday night.
Axel Fiedler is also appearing this weekend and with a family history of racing, can be expected to hit the ground running this weekend. Having previously raced Junior Sedans, he will be in good stead for racing experience and will be another to watch.
Making her racing debut this weekend is young Lauren Hedington, daughter of well credentialled racer and manufacturer Dave. She has spent a lot of time over the off season with her Dad getting to know the machinery inside and out, as well as getting some practice laps in. With so much experience in her corner, she will be sure to take to the division like a duck to water.
Also joining the field this weekend is Dustin Filgate, running the #195 as normally run by his Mum Jo. Dustin works hard behind the scenes at Pithara Speedway so knows the track well and is excited to be finally getting to have a competitive run at his home track and will certainly make his family proud
The final piece of the Junior puzzle this weekend is Marcus Pages, son of former competitor Brad and nephew of current racer Jamie. With this much talent in one family he is sure to pick up the skills quickly and this weekend will be an exciting time for the youngster.
It is an exciting time for Formula 500’s in WA as we watch the next generation of superstars learn their craft and we look forward to seeing how they grow and develop over the season!
Release by DTN Media.
Official Nominations - 5
6 Lauren Hedington
27 Flynn Roser
65 Marcus Pages
98 Axel Fiedler
195 Dustin Filgate
