[TS] Formula One Streamer - Chapter 69
“I have decided to participate in the Ferrari Test.”
It felt awkward to say, so I quietly tried to ask.
But I ended up blurting it out because of the viewers who keep crossing the line and whining.
I don’t know when the list for the Ferrari Test will be announced, but since it will take place in two weeks anyway.
Isn’t it okay for me, as a participant, or rather, as the super rookie, KING, to say this first?
At this point, even if I revealed that I will be participating in the test as the hottest figure on Earth, Ferrari won’t be able to do anything about it.
Since KING, Yooihyun, is a shocking presence that will shake up the F1 scene, news about my whereabouts will be equally shocking to the viewers.
As anticipated, the reaction was exceptional.
[Teacher, I’m sorry]
[Wow, you’re really making your F1 debut with Ferrari? ㄷㄷ]
[Whoa… our KING, Yooihyun, is going to Ferrari?]
[I feel like my heart is going to explode… that Ferrari, right?]
[The director came to find you personally?]
[Come on, if you beat Ferrari’s first driver Leclerc in the semifinals, wouldn’t you expect them to come for you?]
[The light of Korea. Just KING]
[So much national pride, it’s sickening]
[What’s wrong with some national pride? You’re the first Korean Ferrari driver;;]
[LOL the starter team is Ferrari LOL what a lie LOL]
[We made a mistake. We didn’t recognize the great ambition]
[The crazy rookie KING scouted by the director in person]
[The ones who were talking trash earlier should know to bow down]
[If that happens, you can go out a hundred times, KING teacher]
《QUEEN donated 2,000,000 won!》
– I apologize. I didn’t recognize Your Majesty’s great ambition… Congratulations!!!
“QUEEN, thank you very much for the 2 million won donation. I was a bit slow to explain because it’s a sensitive matter.”
My parents, asking if it was even or odd, threatening to k*ll me, saying they would find my house and set it on fire.
The chat room, which was chaotic, instantly changed its atmosphere like a chameleon changing colors.
Me participating in the Ferrari Test meant passing right away.
I looked at the chat room, which had changed to extremely favorable, and smiled at the camera in response.
“The race is set. Shall we go for a drive together today?”
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Among hundreds of millions of users, only 1,000 exist in F2.
In the bloody ranking match where those celestial drivers compete.
A race car painted red from rear to front, looking like it was covered in red bl**d as it struck down enemies, was independently leading on the track.
Swoosh-!!
The protagonist of the race car, Yooihyun, KING, showcasing overwhelming driving technique.
True to his nickname, he was literally paving the track while giving a desperate blue flag signal to the backmarkers*.
* Vehicles that are one lap or more behind the leader.
*A signal indicating that faster cars are coming, usually seen by backmarkers.
Despite the driving that can only be described as marvelous, she had an abundance of composure.
“No, this can’t be. Trail braking is truly a fundamental skill…”
She expressed her frustration, which came from a pure heart, teaching the ignorant commoners.
However, the level of the common people was too low to accept the teachings of a higher being and reach enlightenment.
[LOL trail braking? No way. Just turn ABS ON]
[LOL if there’s no ABS, how can we race? LOL]
[The machine is definitely more accurate than humans LOL]
[Info: Braking relying on drivers’ instincts is much better for stopping distance and efficiency than using ABS]
[Who would use ABS when they don’t know that, you fool]
[No, teacher. Trail braking is just something people in F4 barely imitate.]
[Please consider the level of the audience, Sensei. We are at an average of F6~7…]
[I’m not, LOL. I’m F4.]
[Try changing your nickname.]
[Fu-]
[Idiot]
The chat room where those who couldn’t reach nirvana were arguing was a filthy mess.
However, the viewers had an intrinsic instinct to scratch and bite each other, so KING continued to explain without concern.
“ABS should never be used. It’s a completely toxic function, a poison, you know? If you want to improve your skills, you must remove ABS immediately, even if it means dropping in rank. You need to train your body.”
ABS (Anti-lock brake system), aka ABS, prevents lock-up*.
* Lock-up refers to the phenomenon of wheels locking up.
ABS is a function that assists a driver’s inexperienced responses in urgent situations to prevent larger accidents.
It can be considered an innovative and essential function that fits into all vehicles.
However, it is only a useful system for general roads where safe transportation is the goal.
In an F1 race car, which is aimed at high speed, it acts rather like a poison.
No matter how precise a machine or system it is, it cannot respond to all incoming information in real-time.
The machine merely operates or doesn’t operate based on the numbers set by humans.
But what about humans?
Though they may be less efficient than machines, aren’t humans capable of considering and responding to many more variables that change in real-time, relying on their experience and instincts?
Therefore, it is clear that as proficiency and experience accumulate, humans can achieve more efficient braking.
“Don’t rely on functionalities, rely on your instincts. What improves is your skill.”
Even though Yooihyun expressed her negative views on the use of ABS, it was a natural reaction for a driver.
Flap-!
Today, her race car waved the checker flag for the fourth time, concluding the race.
KING, skipping the podium, canceled the ranking match and immediately created a private room to address the viewers.
“This won’t do. I won’t participate in ranking matches until you all understand. I can’t bear to see my viewers at this low level.”
[Teacher, this hurts too much. Please go easy on us]
[For real just say you understand quickly, crazy people]
[Sensei, I came to see driving techniques, but I’m getting mouth techniques instead;;]
[Yooihyun is facing this humiliation… but I like it]
[Pretty girls are always a prize in the industry]
[Education broadcast, stop!]
[I was on a four-win streak in ranking matches, why are you talking about ABS?]
[I expected to reach the top 800 today…]
[Just shut up and listen, you ignorant fools. Where else can you get driving education from KING directly?]
[Most of you are freeloading and not donating or subscribing, but you’re the most vocal LOL]
《Mr. Science No.5 donated 50,000 won!》
– Teacher, I’m killing it on the streets too, can I skip the education?
《Mr. Science No.3 donated 30,000 won!》
– I also go through winding roads on the streets every day, how about me…
“It’s not possible. No exceptions. The science boxes need to learn more.”
Despite the viewers’ heartfelt requests to return to ranking matches, Yooihyun was adamant.
[Circuit: France Paul Ricard / Weather: Clear]
As she finished the settings and entered the grid.
“Now, pay close attention. I’ll explain everything slowly from the basics.”
Vroom!!!
With the rough roar of the engine, KING’s first lecture began.
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F1 is a popular sport, but it has quite a high entry barrier.
From related terms to the regulations and rules set by FIA.
Even for someone who just watches the races, there is an overwhelming amount to study.
If it’s tough for viewers, how much more difficult is it for those actively participating, namely the drivers who hold the steering wheel?
Throttle control, braking, handling, cornering, DRS, slipstream… and so on.
To embody all these aspects that exceed certain standards and establish their own driving technique.
It typically takes months to master one skill, and it could take years or even decades for some.
The difference between watching and doing is that stark.
“Braking has to be extremely delicate. You can stomp on the accelerator, but you must never do that with the brake. Even if you have to step on it quickly, you must do it smoothly, meaning that.”
If the ordinary viewers find meaning in just having fun with For One, the current education would be meaningless.
But among those who enjoy F1 and For One, who wouldn’t have the competitive spirit to aim for first place or a higher rank, and the desire to improve?
[Wow, the difference from ABS is enormous]
[For real, isn’t that only possible for Yooihyun? If I tried, I would have just hit the curb and crashed]
[Even considering that he’s KING, the difference is just too large.]
[For real, the time it takes to slow down and the grip, tire wear, all of it is a total victory for Yooihyun]
[It looks like she’s at least 0.3 seconds faster per corner. Ten corners mean three seconds per lap. If you go for 50 laps, that’s 150 seconds…]
[Seeing it like this really hits home. I’m quitting ABS and going for ranking games starting today]
[Thanks to KING, today’s ranking games will be overflowing with total trolls LOL I’m going to rack up points]
[Too much fun~]
[Why should I care about the two idiots?]
The impromptu educational broadcast amidst the viewers’ frustrations over using ABS seemed to be flowing quite meaningfully based on chat reactions.
“Step on the pedals with the next corner or straight, and think about the overall track. It makes it easy to respond and plan the overall racing. The most important thing is to step lightly. Got it?”
I displayed every chart and graph I could to the screen, demonstrating directly while utilizing all the knowledge and experience I had.
I was explaining from completely basic concepts to suit the viewers’ level.
Despite being really basic knowledge, the viewers’ reactions were incredibly enthusiastic.
The chat had soon transformed into a forum for sharing information and knowledge, while donation messages were used as a tool to organize the direction of discussions.
Even though it was my broadcast, I was surprised by the impact of a basic educational broadcast being greater than expected.
By accepting one fact, it became easier to understand.
These people are ordinary individuals.
Living lives entirely unrelated to F1, they had only recently begun to engage in driving through For One.
Recalling that made the viewers’ dramatic reactions understandable.
It was also quite unfortunate.
“If they learned properly, it would be a lot more fun…”
If they learned properly, they could experience an entirely different level of joy.
They could feel the sense of achievement from visibly improving their skills and the thrill that driving brings.
Although they loved driving more than anyone else, it was pitying to see viewers unable to enjoy themselves properly due to the lack of someone to teach them.
“I can’t do this anymore. I’ll take in four students on a first-come, first-served basis. We’ll have a special lecture today.”
Since we’re doing it, both the learners and teachers should do it right.
But… there were too many students.