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NBC Sports
a day ago
- Automotive
- NBC Sports
Daniel Suarez faces challenge in Mexico with some team members on delayed flights
MEXICO CITY — Ahead of arguably the biggest race of Daniel Suarez's Cup career, he will have only five crew members working on his car during today's two practice sessions because of travel issues involving some of the planes NASCAR chartered. Crew chief Matt Swiderski told NBC Sports that the No. 99 team has only him, the team's car chief, interior specialist, engine tuner and tire specialist for today's sessions. There are 20 people on the crew roster for Suarez's team. This weekend marks the inaugural Cup points race at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez. Suarez has talked about how much it means to have a Cup points race in his native country. He will be the only Mexican driver in the Cup race. Suarez is without team members today because two of the flights NASCAR chartered to take Cup and Xfinity teams Thursday to Mexico City were grounded. One had an engine issue at takeoff. Swiderski said he was on that flight. Swiderski said when a replacement plane arrived, the crew could not continue because they would exceed their hours. Dustin Long, Swiderski said the team went back to the shop and began to prioritize who they needed at the track. Trackhouse Racing got 14 crew members on a private plane. Among those left behind were the engineers. They will not arrive until Saturday so they can be at the shop when Cup practice takes place today. Swiderski said they will borrow spotters from Xfinity teams to help with the practice session. Nate Ryan, Swiderski said he got about 90 minutes of sleep before returning to the airport for a flight that left Charlotte, North Carolina, at 5 a.m. ET. Swiderski noted that with only five people, it will be difficult to make changes throughout the practice as quickly as they would normally do so. 'The speed that you can make changes is a performance gain … making one more run we'll be a little it slower just being down a couple of guys,' he said.
ITV News
19-05-2025
- General
- ITV News
White storks hatch in Cornwall as part of rewilding project
A charity set up to bring storks back to Cornwall is celebrating its first successes with 8 chicks born in the county. Cornwall Stork Project aims to re-introduce the birds which died out in the UK in the 1400s. Farmer Yan Swiderski has started the breeding programme in woodland near Wadebridge. Mr Swiderski said: 'They get imprinted on the first place that they fly from, and that's where they want to go back to and they recognize that as home. "So they're born in Cornwall and they first fly from Cornwall, they will go back to that exact location in Cornwall and they will know themselves as Cornish birds. "They are beautiful, charismatic birds which engage people with nature. They're like totems of natural recovery. "When people see them wheeling in the thermals of the late summer skies, they'll go look, wow, look at those amazing birds, it just engages people with nature, what I would call a flagship species." It's hoped the 8 chicks will mark the start of a wild breeding population when they are released. Mr Swiderski added: 'We set up a registered charity to do that because we need funds to build the enclosures, buy the birds, then feed them and continue with the project for several years to keep adding to the wild population. "To build an enclosure costs about £8,000 to £10,000 and because there are not native birds, we're having to import birds from mainland Europe where they're plentiful and really we want to import birds at breeding age. "So it's quite an expensive process, but we're trying to raise initially £20,000 to continue our work. We have already raised a small amount. We've raised about £7,000 so far.'
NBC Sports
09-03-2025
- Automotive
- NBC Sports
Option tire presents chance for differing strategies in NASCAR Cup race at Phoenix
AVONDALE, Ariz. — Crew chief Matt Swiderski nearly turned a unique strategy into a top-five finish for Daniel Suarez last August at Richmond in the most recent NASCAR Cup race with a primary tire and an option tire. Austin Dillon won that Richmond race — after contact with two leaders on the final lap — by focusing more on the primary tire than the option tire. It shows the different tactics drivers and teams can take when they have different sets of tires. Today's Cup race at Phoenix (3:30 p.m. ET on FS1) features a primary tire and an option tire, creating various possibilities with strategy. Nate Ryan, Teams will have six sets of primary tires plus the set they qualified with and two sets of option tires for the 312-lap race. The primary tires, which feature yellow lettering on the sidewall, are faster over a longer distance. The option tires, which feature red lettering on the sidewall, provide more speed early in a run before wearing and become slower than the primary tire. The key is when to use each tire. The general belief is that most teams want to hold their two sets of option tires until the final stage, saving one set in case their is a late caution — as was the case in that Richmond race. Of course, when the cautions wave and what strategies others employ could change the thinking for some teams in today's race at Phoenix Raceway. Dustin Long, Swiderski said the team thought it had a 10-15th-place car going into that Richmond race and that's why they planned to use a set of option tires earlier in the race. It also helped that Suarez had won early last season, securing a playoff spot. Suarez went from 22nd to 15th in the first 74 laps at Richmond with everyone on primary tires. After the first stage ended at Richmond, Swiderski had the team put a set of option tires on Suarez's car. Suarez restarted 16th and was leading 14 laps later. Suarez was sixth when a caution sent the race into overtime. Having used both sets earlier in the event, Suarez could only run the primary tires while others around him used their second set of option tires. He finished 10th. 'The main goal was just to try to do something different, try to shake it up a little bit because, otherwise, we thought we'd have a decent day but really just a 10th to 15th at best,' Swiderski told NBC Sports. The question is who feels they are in that 10-15th range heading into today's race and willing to try to 'shake it up' by using their option tires differently than most of the field? Without that late caution, Swiderski's plan would have succeeded in a better finish. It's easy to focus too much on the option tires because of what the quick gains they can provide but most of the race is run on the primary tires. 'I think that's the most important thing, being good on the (primary tire),' Dillon told NBC Sports. 'If you're good on the (primary tire) and you're just mediocre on the (option tire), you're going to be better off.' But Dillon noted that Phoenix is not as abrasive on tires as Richmond and that the option tires could last longer before they lose speed and run slower lap times than those on the primary tires. While Dillon's victory is recalled more for spinning Joey Logano and Denny Hamlin on the last lap of overtime to win, he ran in the top 10 most of the race and raced to the lead in the final stage on the primary tires. There were cases at Richmond — and likely to happen again in today's race at Phoenix — that drivers back in the field will switch to the option tire early to avoid going a lap down. 'What's cool about the option is if you struggle early, you can bail yourself out and give you one more adjustment, depending on where you are in the pack,' Dillon said. ' … I think it's great. Creates more strategy. I don't think there's anything wrong with it. I think we should run an option tire everywhere. It's cool to me. It's just more strategy.'
Associated Press
24-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Family Source Consultants Announces CEO Staci Swiderski's Upcoming Book on Purpose-Driven Leadership
Staci Swiderski, Founder and CEO of Family Source Consultants, announces the upcoming release of her book, Purpose-Driven Success: Building a Business with Heart and Vision, offering insights on leadership, women's empowerment, and ethical entrepreneurship. United States, February 24, 2025 -- Staci Swiderski Announces Purpose-Driven Success: Building a Business with Heart and Vision Staci Swiderski, Founder and CEO of Family Source Consultants, has announced the upcoming release of her book, Purpose-Driven Success: Building a Business with Heart and Vision, scheduled for publication in Spring 2025. The book provides a roadmap for entrepreneurs, particularly women, on how to build successful businesses while maintaining integrity, vision, and ethical leadership. Swiderski's book shares insights into scaling a purpose-driven business and offers strategies for maintaining a mission-focused approach in today's competitive marketplace. Drawing from her experience as a business leader in the reproductive medicine industry, she highlights the importance of empathy, strategic innovation, and long-term impact. 'Success isn't just about building a business; it's about creating a lasting impact,' says Swiderski. 'I wanted to share the lessons I've learned in leadership, business growth, and ethical entrepreneurship to inspire others who are looking to build something meaningful.' A Guide for Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurs Purpose-Driven Success: Building a Business with Heart and Vision serves as a resource for entrepreneurs and business leaders who want to align their professional goals with ethical and compassionate leadership. The book delves into key business principles, including: Sustainable Growth Strategies: How to build and scale a business while maintaining its core mission. Ethical Entrepreneurship: The importance of transparency, trust, and purpose-driven decision-making. Leadership and Empowerment: Insights into fostering an inclusive and impact-driven workplace culture. The book's structured approach makes it an essential read for business owners seeking to navigate challenges while staying true to their values. Expanding Impact Beyond Business In addition to her role as an entrepreneur and business strategist, Swiderski is also the host of the SHE DECIDES podcast, where she discusses leadership, entrepreneurship, and women's empowerment. Through her book and podcast, she continues to advocate for ethical leadership and purpose-driven business strategies. With the upcoming release of Purpose-Driven Success: Building a Business with Heart and Vision, Swiderski aims to provide actionable insights and inspiration to entrepreneurs looking to make a meaningful impact in their industries. About Staci Swiderski Staci Swiderski is the Founder and CEO of Family Source Consultants, a leading surrogacy and egg donation agency dedicated to helping families grow through assisted reproductive technology. She is an advocate for women's empowerment, ethical entrepreneurship, and leadership development. Her upcoming book, Purpose-Driven Success: Building a Business with Heart and Vision, is set to release in Spring 2025. Email: [email protected] Website: LinkedIn: Staci Swiderski Instagram: @staciswiderski Family Source Consultants Website: LinkedIn: Family Source Consultants Instagram: @yourfamilysource Facebook: Family Source Consultants X/Twitter: @family_source YouTube: Family Source Consultants TikTok: Family Source Contact Info: Name: Staci Swiderski Email: Send Email Organization: Family Source Consultants In the event of any inaccuracies, problems, or queries arising from the content shared in this press release, we encourage you to notify us immediately at [email protected] (it is important to note that this email is the authorized channel for such matters, sending multiple emails to multiple addresses does not necessarily help expedite your request). Our diligent team will be readily available to respond and take swift action within 8 hours to rectify any identified issues or assist with removal requests. Ensuring the provision of high-quality and precise information is paramount to us.
