Round 1: Streets of Long Beach Results

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Formula DRIFT Round 1: Streets of Long Beach Results;
Justin Pawlak Takes the Victory at the Season Opener

Long Beach, Calif. – April 10, 2011 – Justin Pawlak in the Falken Tire Ford Mustang earns the victory at the first event of the 2011 Formula DRIFT season. Matt Powers in the Need for Speed Nissan S14 takes second place with Daijiro Yoshihara in the Discount Tire / Falken Nissan S13 rounding out the podium in third place.

Round 1: Streets of Long Beach provided fans with action and excitement through the weekend. The debut of new vehicles and new drivers added to the anticipation for the new season. The Driftstream brought live coverage to fans watching at home.

“With any new season comes change, so seeing fresh faces to the podium is a part of that,” says Jim Liaw, president and co-founder of Formula DRIFT. “The level of driving skill continues to elevate. It is a sign that the 2011 season will be as competitive as ever. I would not be surprised to see more upsets and new faces to the podium.”

Justin Pawlak finds the top of the podium for the very first time in his career. Pawlak remained consistent through the rounds advancing to the Finals against Matt Powers. His consistency paid off and Pawlak was able to secure the victory. The consolation round pitted Daijiro Yoshihara in the Discount Tire / Falken Tire Nissan S13 against 2009 Formula DRIFT champion, Chris Forsberg in the NOS Energy Drink Nissan 370Z.

“I owe it all to the guys at ASD and Falken Tire for this victory. Without them this could not have been possible,” said Justin Pawlak, winner of Round 1: Streets of Long Beach. “This victory feels unreal. I have worked so hard for this and can’t believe I’m on top to start out the season.”

The 2011 Pro Championship season continues for Round 2: Road to the Championship at Road Atlanta on May 6-7. Tickets are available to purchase online now.

2011 Pro Championship Standings

Video / Contest – Chris Forsberg for RECARO

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If you missed yesterday’s Formula D event in Long Beach not only this you miss out on one of the best season opener’s ever, but you also missed the video that aired on the big screen promoting a contest with Chris Forsberg and RECARO.

If you want to win a RECARO seat like the one Chris Forsberg uses then visit the Recaro Facebook page and leave a comment to enter to win.

[vimeo width=”600″ height=”300″]http://vimeo.com/22006310[/vimeo]

Round 1: Streets of Long Beach Tickets Still On-Sale

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Tickets are still available to purchase for Tomorrow’s Round 1: Streets of Long Beach event. Save money and make your purchase online. Today’s Qualifying Round was just a glimpse of the excitement to come when the Top 32 drivers battle to take the first victory of the season.

Saturday Main Event Tickets can be purchased HERE.

VIP Tickets can be purchased HERE.