I was joined over Easter Weekend by Jake Phillips who on the xbox side of things is DeerHunter. Who races in esports for the Breakout Racing League. He's been in that league racing in F1 since the beginning. He also has been racing in karting for over a decade in real life. Which was a really treat to hear Jake's story and road. Which we really get into that in the second part of the show.
The first part we discuss what we've seen in the first 3 races in Formula 1. What we might see at Imola next weekend. Including the first sprint race of the season. Surprises and disappointments so far in the season. Plus one bold prediction for the remainder of the Formula 1 season. One on the track, while another had one off the track.
NASCAR is racing at Bristol on the dirt on Easter Weekend. We discuss if NASCAR should've had Easter off and be with their families instead of racing. Thoughts on the news of Old Wilkensboro having races both on pavement and even on dirt for the remainder of this year. With having a full repave for next year. We talk about that and Jake also talks about his thoughts about NASCAR.
IndyCar is off this weekend and is off until the beginning of next month. Jake talks about what he likes about IndyCar and what the series has to offer. Who's the drivers he likes to follow. He mentioned of being a fan of the late Dan Wheldon. Of which brought back great memories and some painful ones as well. Plus what tracks that we might want to see in the future from in the USA and from outside of USA.
The rest of the show is me asking Jake about him in Breakout Racing League. Racing on F1 2021 in esports. Some of his best moments and seasons while being part of the league. As well as racing in the Rolex 24 for BRL in iRacing. He was one of the 4 drivers that shared the car. He also talks about what it was like to be the driver to take the car home.
We then dive into Jake's karting career. Where it all started for him and the ups and downs he's faced through the years. The help and support he's received from family to having sponsors and people help as well. What was really special was Jake being open to the challenges that a driver faces. Not just on the track and getting results. Away from the track and the financial part of racing. What things cost when it comes to cars, engines, and tires. Entry fee's and expenses one has to pay just to be in the race. Where he's at now for this year and what is his aim going forward.
Jake was very open and honest about what is all involved. More than I was anticipating and learned more of what is all required to go karting. I appreciate Jake for that. We close with briefly talking about the Indianapolis 500. A bucket list item for Jake. I tell him some things being that I've been to that race. Give a listen and I hope you all enjoy this episode. If you're someone looking to get yourself or someone into actual racing. You'll learn something from this.
