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Superleague Formula will launch motorsport's version of a penalty shootout for qualifying for the inaugural championship which kicks off at Britain's Donington Park on August 30/31.

The Superleague Formula teams will be split into two equal groups for separate individual 15 minute qualifying sessions - from these sessions, four cars from each group to proceed to the knock-out stage.

These eight cars will then do battle in a time attack format. They will queue in pit lane and the first two cars will be sent off as a pair. A pre-determined gap will be maintained on the warm-up lap- close enough to entertain the crowds, far away enough so the following car is not impacted by aerodynamic factors - either positive (the ability to gain a tow) or negative (any loss of downforce by following too close).

The cars will complete a single flying lap, the fastest of the pair going on to race in the semi final. This is repeated three more times with four cars qualifying for the semi final.

Two semi-final shoot-outs then take place to decide the the final two cars who will then do battle for pole position.

No refueling or tyre changing can take place during the session.

"Like everything we do at Superleague Formula, we wanted to provide a qualifying format that would be uniquely entertaining for the fans," Superleague Formula Competitions Director, Robin Webb said.

"The final shoot-out is going to be great for the fans - there will be a real sense of excitement on that final lap as to who is going to earn pole position.

"This, combined with our reverse grid for Sunday's second race will ensure we provide great entertainment. We are aiming to attract a entire range of spectators who may never have seen a motorsport event before - providing them with an action packed weekend of excitement is our goal."

- Paul Ryan -

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