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Jani getting ready for Kyalami with simulator
19 February 2009Swiss driver Neel Jani travelles to South Africa for round five in the 2008-2009 A1GP championship. Jani never raced at Kylami before and prepared himself with a simulator and even got a few hints and tips from former F1 drive rMark Surer.
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Neel Jani has fully recovered from his severe virus infection and is confident: "Normally, racing at a new venue is never a problem for me," he said. "I got acquainted with the Kyalami circuit on the simulator and I came to the conclusion that the track should suit me. I feel always well at a fast track. Last week, I met Mark Surer at the kart track in Roggwil by chance. He was able to give me a few qualified tips."
Ex-Formula 1 driver Marc Surer, who is currently working as a TV commentator, had broken his feet and legs in accidents at Kyalami in 1980 and 1982 with ATS and Arrows respectively. His ATS team-mate at the time was Jan Lammers, who is now the seat-holder of the Dutch A1GP team.
In a certain way, Neel Jani and Max Welti, principal of the Swiss team, regret the change of venue in South Africa. "We have very fond memories of Durban," says Welti. "There, Neel ranked among the top five in all six races. He had four podium finishes and even scored a victory in last year's feature race. But I see no reason why we shouldn't be successful in Kyalami, too."
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