When you think about it for more than two seconds, equality seems like an unattainable utopia, even if it is desirable. The notion of equality seems very interesting in that it concerns the fair treatment of human beings and respect for what is due to each individual. In motor sport, this idea is gaining ground at a technical level. Karting has put it into practice through various formulas such as the FIA Karting Academy Trophy, which paved the way for the French Junior Championship. The aim is to detect and train young talent on equivalent equipment, so that the real abilities of each driver can be assessed more objectively. French F4 is based on the same principle, as is the Rotax Grand Final. Just as equality is not possible between human beings, fairness remains relative in the mechanical field. We need to admit this once and for all, so as not to ruin the efforts being made to achieve fairness.

Indeed, the human mind is quick to criticise a general concept on the basis of a single counter-example. Anyone with a modicum of intelligence knows that people first look for excuses before questioning themselves. Tyres often act as a fuse in motor racing. It's a mysterious area that makes it easy to shirk one's responsibilities. The card is abused by drivers and teams. While laudable attempts are being made to strengthen the overall fairness of motor sport, some negative reactions sometimes seem disproportionate. That's just the way it is, and it's no easy task to want the greater good at all costs.

We welcome the initiative taken by the FFSA to provide competitors in the French Mini 60 Championship with identical engines direct from the Vortex factory. 80 engines selected at random for each track session already represent a considerable effort on the part of Vortex France. Were the performances of the engines close enough? Undoubtedly. Did the talent of the drivers make the difference better than ever? Yes, but were some egos bruised? No doubt! Did the operation benefit the fairness of the sport? Of course it has. Should we continue in this direction to produce better drivers and better adults in the long term? Of course.

The drawing of lots for identical engines is an excellent idea for young people within a federal framework following a call for tenders, especially as the competition as a whole offers other opportunities for drivers, teams and technicians to compete freely on all levels. Bravo to the FFSA Karting for daring to take the plunge and let private organisations organise as they wish. There's room for everyone, let's make the most of it. Isn't that what freedom is all about?

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