GP2 Series
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The GP2 Series, GP2 for short, is a form of open wheel motor racing. GP2 was started in 2005 after the Formula 3000 was stopped. The format was conceived by Bernie Ecclestone and Flavio Briatore,[1] while Ecclestone also has the rights to the name GP1.[2] In 2010 the GP3 Series class was launched, as a feeder class for the GP2 series.[3]
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Category | Single seaters |
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Country or region | International |
First season | 2005 |
Drivers | 26 |
Teams | 13 |
Constructors | Dallara |
Engine suppliers | Renault |
Tyre suppliers | Pirelli |
Drivers' champion | Jolyon Palmer (2014) |
Teams' champion | Russian Time (2013) |
Official website | gp2series.com |
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GP2 was designed to be an affordable racing series and a training series for Formula One. GP2 requires all of the teams to use the same chassis, engine and tyre supplier. Almost all races have taken place as support races on Formula One race weekends. Many drivers have used GP2 as a stepping stone into Formula One.