Title Watch: Championship fight well and truly alive
It’s become clear that the 2023 Motorsport Australia Logitech G Pro Invitational Cup will be a season for the ages. A championship battle like no other, the top 5 are only separated by 86 points after the conclusion of the Red Bull Ring Sprint round.
Returning to Belle Isle for the second time in series history, it will provide a interesting challenge for our championship protagonists.
Belle Isle has the ability to flip the championship on its head in 2023, It’s fast natured, bumpy layout could make or break a championship campaign.
We took the time to look at the current top 5 in the standings after Red Bull Ring, breaking down the state of play as we approach round 7 of the championship.
James Scott
James Scott has made a well timed return to the top of the 2023 standings after the latest round of the championship at Red Bull Ring. Putting the woes of Watkins Glen behind him, Scott managed to piece together a great result, claiming 2nd place behind defending champion Jarrad Filsell.
A season that has seen James Scott come of age, the driver of the #088 will hope to continue his march towards the 2023 title at Belle Isle.
Madison Down
Hot on Scott’s heals heading into Belle isle is the ever impressive Madison Down. Down again proved his worth at Red Bull Ring, charging to yet another podium in 2023. Only 22 points behind the championship lead, Madison Down hasn’t tasted victory since the season opening Turn In Race Apparel Sebring sprint. Down has quietly chipped away at the championship lead over the previous few rounds, if the opportunity arises to pounce at Belle Isle, he will take full advantage.
Jake Burton
Jake Burton’s championship took a slight hit at Red Bull Ring, a difficult night further complicated by a 18th place finish that saw the #8 Trans Tasman Racing Commodore drop from the championship lead, now sitting 3rd, 46 points away from leader James Scott. Jake has been one of the standout drivers in 2023, notching up wins at both Phillip Island & Watkins Glen so far this season. One of the fastest & most experienced drivers in the field, Don’t count out Jake Burton as we head to Belle Isle.
Ethan Grigg-Gault
Ethan Grigg-Gault is enjoying a return to from so far in 2023, rarely being out of contention. Although missing a big result at the most recent Red Bull Ring Sprint, his pace throughout the nights proceedings highlighted the level of talent this driver possesses. A talent in both real world motorsport as well as sim racing, Ethan’s experience is priceless. 62 points adrift, Keep an eye out for yet another scintillating performance from the Evolution Racing Team driver at the Belle Isle Super Sprint.
Brady Meyers
Brady Meyers has very much been a quiet achiever throughout his 2023 campaign. Yet to taste victory this season, Brady will be hungry to add to his already impressive Resume. A winner at both Sebring & Phillip Island in 2022, Brady’s campaign this year has been built of consistent results. His only podium in 2023 came at the season opening event, but has since followed this result up with top 5 & top 10 finishes, resulting in handy championship tally. Bray will hope to continue this form at Belle Isle in little over two weeks time.
The state of play heading into Belle Isle is intriguing, 5 drivers well within arms reach of the championship lead. With 200 points up for grabs across the 2 race Super Sprint format there is plenty of opportunities for yet another shake up in the championship order.
Who do you think will reign supreme at Belle Isle? Be sure to tune in on the 9th of August to catch all the action as we go racing at Belle Isle for round 7 of the 2023 Motorsport Australia Logitech G Pro Invitational Cup!
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