The Logitech G Pro Invitational Series is the championship that everyone wants to be a part of and the organisers still get frequent questions on how to get involved as a driver.
So far, the initial 40 drivers in the inaugural series have put on a great show after just two rounds. As we know though, only the rop 20 get automatically locked in for the 2023 Season. So for that one person in 21st at the conclusion of the series, there will be heartbreak at being so close to locking in when the qualifying process in 2023 will undoubtebly be hotly contested.
After each round we sit down and talk to the driver that is placed in that 21st position and this week it’s Team Jinx Shifters - HJR's Brett Loxton.
Brett, you are our driver “On the bubble”…….21st, the top 20 get through, have you been happy with how your series has gone so far?
To be on the bubble after 3 rounds, I'm happy with that considering the poor qualifing I've had so far.
Before the start of the series, what were your goals?
My goals before the start of the series was to finish in the top 15 and get some top 10 finishes along the way.
What will it take for you to get into the top 20?
I think to make the top 20 I'll definately need to qualify better and a bit more race pace wouldnt hurt. The last round I knew would be a bit of a challenge for me as I haven't any confidence around Red Bull Ring and round 2 was a bit of an unkown having never driven around Winton before but I'm confident I can start pushing forward the rest of the season.
How important is it for you to make the top 20 so that you don’t have to go through the qualifying series?
I think the impotance of making the top 20 is two fold. Not having to go through the qualifing series removes a bit of pressure but I think for me its more about proving to myself and everyone else that I'm good enough to officaily be in the top 20 drivers. If I have have to go through the qual series I'm confident I can make it make back in but not having to do it will be the boost of confidence I need for next season.
And finally what are your thoughts on the series?
I think the series so far has been good. The quality of driver talent in the field means you cant just rock up, you need to be prepared for every race. The series officials/organizers have also been holding the bar high for everyone which is great to see.
Thanks for the chat, Brett, we wish you luck for future races and hope that you can get “off the bubble”
