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More than 65 drifters from the "Pro" category from 21 countries will meet in Riga this weekend to pilot the European Drift Masters Championship in the "DMEC Betsafe King of Riga" on the Biķernieku line.
The drifts of other types of motorsport differ in that speed is only one of the criteria for evaluating the performance of the participants. The evaluation of Drift is subjective in some respects because it is made by three judges – evaluators, but according to strict rules.
At this level of competition, the work of drift judges is extremely important, the qualifications and professionalism of the judges-evaluators are the highest. Davids Kalas, of the Czech Republic, is one of the judges who does not have the "Drift Masters European Championship" the first year and will also be in Riga.
Davids Kalas is racing judge since 2007, before joining the rider's skin places on the pedestal. Creation and animation of the Academy of Judges-Evaluators in the Czech Republic, organization of competitions, evaluation of 19 different drift series (including Drift Masters European Championship, D1GP, Czech Drift Series, Drift Open, Hungarian Drift Championship, Apexmasters in Turkey and many others)
This year, David 's calendar includes 27 competitions in 15 different countries and since 2016 he has been a consultant for the Drift Working Group of the International Automobile Federation (Driving Trial and Rulemaking). The judges who ruled the first FIA World Cup in Japan in 2017.
"My experience shows that the most important thing is the understanding between pilots and judges." Participants must have no doubt about what is required of them, the task on the track must be clearly organized so that athletes know how to get the most points, "continues David," continues, "I have seen a lot and I have described myself as a demanding judge. "Drift Masters European Championship", as one of the best we need is the best. "
Davide talks about these competitions as follows:" I have talked a lot with the athletes, and everyone says that they like the tracks of Riga and Biķernieku. The organization has a high standard, a stroll in the city, a great atmosphere – I have been here before and I would say that it is one of the best, if not the best way in Europe. Drifting fans will be the most prestigious this season due to the number, complexity, speed and visibility of fans.
It all starts on Friday, August 3 with informal exercises between 11:30 and 18:00. Tickets for Saturday competitions, training sessions at no extra charge) On Friday 19, there will be a traditional parade on the route Biķernieku trase – Town Hall Square – Bikernieki Race, the athletes will have 45 minutes with their cars and the fans on the spot.
On Saturday, August 4, Bi porteernieki's entry gate will be open to viewers at 9:00 am, at the beginning of qualifying races, tandem treks will begin at 4:00 pm and in the evening, after the race, a local Gacho artist will be on the track.
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