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Formula Sprint 2
Japanese Grand Prix
Suzuka International Racing Course
Tuesday 2nd of April 2024 19:00:00
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September 01, 2004
As the whereabouts of Paul Fawcett became more of a mystery, Daniel Wilkinson was drafted into the Phoenix F1 and - with no set-up practice - qualified a magnificent 11th on the Grid in the pouring rain!

Antonio Irisarri was equally impressive, managing to put a set of Michelin Intermediates on and claiming 3rd place on the grid. However, a familiar face was reported to have been seen chatting to team boss Andy Graydon in the Phoenix F1 motorhome during Qualifying, amid rumours that Irisarri may not keep his race seat for 2005.

No comment was forthcoming from the team, although Irisarri's impressive performance here will have heightened awareness of his skills to other Team Owners should his services become available for 2005.