Lebanese Karting starlet Rubens Bouchabke finished the Chrono Dutch winter championship in 3rd place after impressive displays in the 2 rounds of the championship. As we mentioned before on Biser3a.com Rubens Bouchabke finished the first race in the 2nd place behind Dylan Buys.
In the second round Rubens that took place on February 20 Rubens was fastest in all practice sessions but couldn’t perform the same in qualification and race. He finished the last race in 5th place and made it to the third step of the podium at the end of the championship.
The results of the championship were subject to change after the final round, especially because of claims that other cars might have been running irregular engines. The claim rose due to the unexpected gain in speed for drivers and led them to be superior in the race.
After scrutinizing the results were confirmed and Rubens was honorably in 3rd place. We should mention that the Chrono Dutch winter championship is one of the most important winter karting events in Europe and is known to have produced numerous world single seater champions.
We met Rubens after he returned to Lebanon and sat down for a little chat.
How was 2010 in Lebanon especially that you won the championship for your category?
I was the only one to compete in all races last year. I was able to win the championship because I was consistent and well prepared.
Tell us more about your participation in Holland last year.
Last season I scored the following results in Holland; 7th 5th and 9th to end up the championship in 7th place and it was a very good experience.
How were the races in Holland this year in terms of experience and competition?
I have benefitted a lot from the experience I had this year in Holland and the competition as very hard so it was beneficial in every way possible.
What are your preparations for the coming season?
We might be participating in the Middle East cup and most probably in another tournament in Europe between Belgium, Holland and Luxemburg. We have a race in Brazil and Jordan too.
Who will win the 2011 F1 season and who is your favorite driver?
I think Heidfeld and Hamilton may win the championship, but my favorite drivers are Rubens Barrichello and Felipe Massa.
We congratulate Rubens for the results and we wish him all the luck for the future.
