P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Simon Sikes: Climbing the ladder
“Now that the 2023 USF2000 Presented by Cooper Tires season has officially wrapped up, it is time to analyze and digest an amazing year. With a limited budget at the beginning of the year, the season seemed uncertain. My plan was to work for Kart Chaser, providing coverage for karting events, while my racing career was uncertain. I had tested with Pabst Racing and aimed for a full season in USF2000. However, I could only afford to compete in one event, the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg. Unfortunately, a crash during qualifying further dampened my hopes for the season. Despite this setback, the team managed to rebuild the car and I had a successful weekend, finishing fourth and securing a pole position. Funding remained a challenge, and after competing at Sebring and Indianapolis, my budget ran out. It was a stressful experience, but I am grateful for the support of my friends and family throughout this journey.”
Source: Racer.com
