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The Britcar Endurance Series Made an Epic Return to the Brands Hatch Indy Circuit for The End of the Year Championship that Would Decide who the Overall Champion would be For Britcar.

 

Other Support Races were Also Present I the Paddock including The Ever so Popular Dunlop Mini Winter Challenge who had brought with them some Fantastic Racing Mini's Ready to do Battle on the World Famous Circuit.

 

Other Support Races Included The Ginetta Junior Championship as well as The Silverlake C1 Racing Club who would be Partaking in an Endurance Race that Would Lead Them Into the Night as they Raced for 3 Hours and 145 Laps around the Circuit.

 

With A Busy Two Days of Both Racing and Qualifying Action Ahead Lets turn to the First Qualifying Session of the Weekend.

 

Dunlop Mini Winter Challenge-(Qualifying)

 

First Up on to the Track was the Ever so Popular Dunlop Mini Winter Challenge a Series that Focuses on Mini Racing Thought The Entire Season.

 

Thease Mini's are Based on both the Mini Sevens and Mini Miglia Spec of Racing Mini's and a Combined Qualifying Session saw both Mini Sevens and Mini Miglia's Together on the Circuit.

 

Lets Take a Look at Who will be Starting on Pole come the First Race of the Weekend.

 

In First Place Taking Pole Position and The Fastest Lap was (Rupert Deeth) in his Mini Miglia 1293 with a Best Lap Time of 55.096 and a Top Speed of 78.92mph. Fantastic Work there Rupert Amazing Lap and an Incredible Car Too.

 

In Second Place was (Colin Peacock) in his Mini Miglia 1293 with a Best Lap Time of 55.142 and a Top Speed of 78.86mph. Brilliant Drive from Colin Who was Pushing Himself Hard to Catch and Beat Rupert's Time.

 

In Third Place was (Endaf Owens) in his Mini Miglia 1298 with a Best Lap Time of 55.226 and a Top Speed of 78.74mph. Great Work there Endaf A Very Quick Driver who knows a Thing or two about Racing Miglia's.

 

What an Intense Qualifying Session for both the Mini Miglia's and The Mini Sevens and Some Incredible Drives from the likes of Rupert Colin and Endaf but will Anyone Else be able to Steal that Glory from them During the Race or Will the Likes of Colin and Endaf Manage to Improve their Positions during the Race?

 

We Will Have to Wait to Find Out

 

Britcar Endurance Championship- (Qualifying)

 

Next Up on to the Track was the Britcar Endurance Trophy and Thease Cars will Later be Taking Part in a Very Intense 1 Hour and 45 Minute Endurance Race on the Sunday with Pitstops Included.

 

A Range of Many Different Machines Align the Grid with the Likes of Porsche 718 GT4'S BMW M3's and Ginetta G55's it will make for an Interesting Race to see who can push their Machinery to its Limits and take Home Glory. But for Now Lets take a Look at Qualifying and who has come out on top.

 

In First Place Taking Pole and the Fastest Lap was (Team Valluga's Carl Cavers and Sean Doyle) in their Porsche 718 GT4 Club Sport with a Best Lap Time of 50.145 and a Top Speed of 86.72mph. Fantastic Work Guys Really Well Done and a Stunning Lap for Pole Position.

 

In Second Place was (Team Valluga's Ian Humphries and Benji Hetherington) in their Porsche 718 GT4 Club Sport with a Best Lap Time of 50.415 and a Top Speed of 86.25mph. Another Fantastic P2 for Team Valluga's Well Done To both Teams for Getting P1 and P2 on the Grid.

 

In Third Place was (Nial Bradley) in his BMW M3 E46 with a Best Lap Time of 50.816 and a Top Speed of 85.57mph. Superb Job there Nial Really Working Hard to Push that BMW into P3.

 

A Fantastic Qualifying Session for the Britcar Endurance Trophy and With Their Respective Races coming on Sunday it will be Fascinating to See who will come out on Top and Hold onto their Positions Thought the Race. But who will be The Overall Victor?

 

Stay Tuned to Find Out!

 

Ginetta Junior Championship-(Qualifying)

 

The Ginetta Juniors were Up next and Every Year when they Come to Brands Hatch they Remain Ever so Popular with Fans and Spectators alike.

 

The Racing Series itself is Designed for Junior Races Between the ages of 13-17 Years of Age Before those who turn 18 Can then Enter The Ginetta Senior Classes of Racing.

 

The Cars Used are Ginetta Racing Cars all of which are Run by Different Teams Looking to Extract as Much Power as Possible from those Engines and they Always Manage to Provide Fantastic and Exciting Racing.

 

With 2 Races for Today it will be Great to see who can Come out on top and Take their First Victory in Ginetta Junior Racing for the Weekend.

 

Lets First Take a Look at Qualifying and Find Out who Took Pole and who was Following Closely Behind.

 

In First Place Taking Pole Position and The fastest Lap was (Josh Rowledge) in his GBR R Racing with a Best Lap Time of 57.996 and a Top Speed of 75.01mph. Brilliant Drive there from Josh who Takes the First Qualifying Session Pole of the Weekend for Ginette's.

 

In Second Place was (Harri Reynolds) in his GBR Assetto Motorsport with a Best Lap Time of 58.075 and a Top Speed of 74.87mph. Amazing Job there Harri Fantastic P2 and not too Far of Josh's Pole Time either. Looking forward to Race 1.

 

In Third Place was (Maurice Hendry) in his GBR Fox Motorsport with a Best Lap Time of 58.119 and a Top Speed of 74.82mph. Great Work there Maurice Really showing his Skills in that Ginetta and Pushing Hard for that P3 on the Grid.

 

An Incredible Qualifying Session for the Ginetta's and with Three Amazing Drivers on the front Row of the Grid in Josh Harri and Maurice This is going to be One Intense Race with All Three Drivers Separated by Less than Half a Second.

 

With Qualifying Second Fastest Up Next who will be able to Improve and will anyone Else be able to try and Have a go at Making it to the front of the Grid come Race 1?

 

Ginetta Junior Championship-(Qualifying Second Fastest)

 

In First Place Taking Pole Position and the Fastest Lap was (Josh Rowledge) in his R Racing with a Best Lap Time of 58.119 and a Top Speed of 74.82mph. Congratulations Josh another Incredible Lap sees him take The Pole for Race 1 This Weekend and in a Superb Style too.

 

In Second Place was (Liam McNeilly) in his GBR Fox Motorsport with a Best Lap Time of 58.251 and a Top Speed of 74.65mph. Really Great Work there Liam What a Fantastic Achievement and to Beat back the Likes of Harri Reynolds Must be Making him Feel Really Good.

 

In Third Place was (Harri Reynolds) in his Assetto Motorsport with a Best Lap Time of 58.409 and a Top Speed of 74.45mph. Brilliant work Once Again from Harri who Still was Doing all he Could behind the Wheel to take Back his P2 Position while Battling with Liam for The Second Fastest Lap.

 

What a Qualifying Session with One New Driver in Liam starting P2 and the likes of Both Josh and Harri in P1 and P3 Respectively, This Up Coming Race is one to not be Missed. Lets get into it and Find out who will take The Victory.

 

Ginetta Junior Championship-(Race 1 Results)

 

In First Place taking the Race Victory and The Fastest Lap was (Josh Rowledge) in his R Racing with a Best Lap Time of 57.300 and an Average Speed of 74.84mph. Congratulations Josh who has taken a Fantastic First Victory here at Brands Hatch and I'm Sure he was Feeling Very Proud Afterwards, Superb job by Him and The Team.

 

In Second Place was (Harri Reynolds) in his Assetto Motorsport with a Best Lap Time of 57.375 and an Average Speed of 74.80mph. Brilliant Work there from Harri who crosses the Line to Finnish in a Brilliant P2 and Take back the Hard work he Done During Qualifying. Fantastic.

 

In Third Place was (Joe Warhurst) in his GBR Elite Motorsport with a Best Lap Time of 57.448 and an Average Speed of 74.79mph. Another New Driver has Achieved P3 in Joe Warhurst, Fantastic Job Joe a Really Well Deserved Victory for you and The Rest of the Team.

 

What a Race and what a Set of Drivers in Josh Harri and Joe who All Push Themselves Hard and Took Home some Incredible Victories During Race 1. With One More Race to Come will Anyone Else be Able to do The Same?

 

Ginetta Junior Championship-(Race 2 Results)

 

In First Place Taking the Victory and The Fastest Lap was (Josh Rowledge) in his R Racing with a Best Lap Time of 57.510 and an Average Speed of 74.68mph. I'm Starting to get the Feeling that This Guy Knows a Thing or two about Racing. Congratulations Josh for Another Superb Drive and Dominant Display Making it two out of Two Wins so Far.

 

In Second Place was (Liam McNeilly) in his Fox Motorsport with a Best Lap Time of 57.496 and an Average Speed of 74.53mph. Congratulations Liam a Very Well Deserved Come Back Drive after a Not so Good P4 Finish Really Well Deserved Brilliant Driving.

 

In Third Place was (Max Dodd's)

In His GBR Assetto Motorsport with a Best Lap Time of 57.516 and an Average Speed of 74.10mph. Fantastic To see Another New Driver take His First Step onto the Podium. Congratulations Max a Fine Drive for P3.

 

What an Amazing Set of Races Seen by the Ginetta Junior Championship with the likes of Josh Liam Max Joe Maurice and Harri all taking Fantastic Victories in their Respective Cars. Looking Forward to Seeing what DAY 2 Brings for the Ginetta's but for Now its Over to the Final Qualifying and Race of the Day.

 

Silverlake C1 Racing Series-(Qualifying)

 

The Final Qualifying Session of the Day is now Making its way onto the Circuit and its the Silverlake C1 Racing Series in Preparation for their 4 Hour Endurance Race After.

 

This Group of 44 Teams are All Racing as Part of the Silverlake C1 Championship which Sees them Travel all over the Country from Silverstone to Knock Hill to Snetterton.

 

The Series itself uses Citroen C1's (998cc) that Have Been made to go Racing for Extended Period's of Time. With an Insane Grid of 44 Competitors and Teams All Looking for that Victory come the Final few Seconds of the Race it will be interesting to see how Qualifying stacks up and who has the Fastest Machine.

 

In First Place Taking the Pole and Fastest Lap was (Team Lady Bird Daddy's Patrick Watt's/ Aimee Watt's/Orlando Linsey) in their Citroen C1 998cc with a Best Lap Time of 1:04.743 and a Top Speed of 67.16mph. Fantastic work Team Lady Brid Daddy Taking Pole and The Fastest Lap for P1 on the Gird.

 

In Second Place was (JW Bird Motorsport's Nick Beaumont and Kieran Griffin) in their Citroen C1 998cc with a Best Lap Time of 1:04.759 and a Top Speed of 67.15mph. Brilliant work to Team JW Bird Motorsport Fantastic Team Effort and a Great Starting Point for the Endurance Race.

 

In Third Place was (Emax Motorsport's James Little Jake Little and Stuart Ratcliffe) in their Citroen C1 998cc with a Best Lap Time of 1:04.936 and a Top Speed of 66.96mph. Great Work there Team Emax Pushing to the Limits and Holding onto that Important P3 Grid Slot.

 

With a 3 Hour Endurance Race Anything can Happen and with the Current Top Three Having to do Battle Against a Grid of 41 Other Teams and Drivers All with Varying Skill Level's This Race to Win could be Anybody's for the Taking Good Luck to All Teams Competing and May the Best Team Win.

 

Silverlake C1 Racing Series-(Race 1 Results)

 

(Hour 1)

 

With The Grid set for Racing The Lights slowly began to turn on until All Five Lights were Illuminated and then Simultaneously went out and 44 1000cc Citroen's with 44 Competitive Drivers Behind the Wheel Made their way through Paddock Hill Bend being careful to Avoid One Another while scrapping for Places.

 

As they Race Towards to the Top of Druids All was Good as they made their way Down towards Graham Hill Bend and onto the Cooper Straight. So Far so Good and All The Citroens came Round the Last Corner with Ladybird Daddy Number 506 Still Leading followed by Emax Motorsport Number 345 and JW Bird Motorsport Number In 3rd Place.

 

(Hour 2)

 

As The Second Hour Approached it was time for Some Teams to Start thinking about Pit Stop Strategy and How this Might Move them either up a Position or Down Depending Upon the Time and Driver Driving.

 

Many of the Teams Pulled into the Pits with Only a Few Cars Out there Still going trying to get a Head Start while the other Teams opted to Pit and Change Drivers or take on Fuel for the Rest of the Race.

 

11 Minutes after 2 O'clock and the Number 446 Car of Team TAC Racing has made a Trip into the Gravel Trap at the Top of Paddock Hill Bend and had to be towed Out Resulting in a Penalty for Outside Assistance.

 

They Re-join the Race but will be at least 2 or 3 Laps down on the Rest of the Field for this Costly Mistake.

 

(Hour 3 The Final Hour)

 

As 3 O'clock Approached the Headlights of Most Drivers began To Turn On as The Light Around the Circuit began to get even Darker Meaning the Race was Entering its Night Stage.

 

With Some Drivers being Good in the Day and other being Good in the Night it was Anybody's Race Still as All 44 Cars Continued to Race around the Indy Circuit Lady Bird Daddy was Still in the Lead and Creating a Sizable Gap at The Front of the Pack as they Continued on into the Darkness of Night.

 

As the Race Continued into the Last Hour a Loud Crash was Heard from the Bottom of Paddock Hill Bend with the Number 320 Car of M Barrand and S Barrand was seen Rolling after a Slide while coming out of Paddock Hill Bend The Marshalls Raced in and Managed to get the Car Right Side Up as the Citroen had Flipped Over onto its Roof during the Crash, Thankfully the Driver Escaped with No Injuries.

 

As The Race Reached its Conclusion Lets take a Look at the Final Results and see who Won The 3 Hour Endurance Race for Silverlake C1's.

 

In First Place After Securing Pole During Qualifying and taking a Very Dominant Victory was (Team Lady Bird Daddy's Patrick Watt's/ Aimee Watt's/Orlando Linsey) Congratulations Everybody Some Fantastic Driving and a Well Deserved Win after such a Heroic Drive Thought the 3 Hours.

 

In Second Place After Taking on the Indy Circuit and Starting P4 was (Team Quattro Formaggio's Alistair May and Chris Parkes) A Phenomenal Drive by Both Drivers Each Working Hard to Keep the Car in a Competitive Spot thought the Entire 3 Hour Race.

 

In Third Place After a Very Promising start in Qualifying with P2 was JW Bird Motorsport's Tony Prendergast and Robin Welsh. Congratulations to Both Tony and Robin Another Dynamic Duo Who Managed to take the Final Spot on the Podium after an Intense Race.

 

What a Fantastic Finish to the First Day of Britcar Into The Night at Brands Hatch I Look Forward to Tomorrow where Even more Support Races will be Joining and Maybe even some New Champions Will be Crowned.

 

Until Then Keep Racing!

                          

Brands Hatch and The Annual Mini Festival made a Spectacular Return to the Circuit and with Minis Ranging from The Classic Pre 66 and Miglia and Seven Eras to More Modern Minis such as The BMW Class of Minis it was Shaping up to be Another Phenomenal Event.

 

Lets Get Straight to The Action and Find out which Drivers Would take to The Brands Hatch Indy circuit First to Battle it out During Qualifying for their Respective Races.

 

Champion Of Brands-Qualifying

 

First Up was The Champion of Brands and with a whole Field of Formula Fords Ranging from Van Diemen's to Ray GR18 Every Driver Was Getting Ready to head out for their First Qualifying Session of the Day. Lets see what Happened and Who managed to take Pole Position.

 

In First Place was (Max Esterson) in his Ray GR18 with A Lap Time of 50.059 and a Top Speed of 86.86mph. Fantastic Work Max Pole Position and a Very Strong Drive.

 

In Second Place was (Alex Walker) in his Spectrum 011c with a Lap Time of 50.134 and a Top Speed of 86.73mph. Amazing work Alex and Another Super Driver for Champion Of Brands.

 

In Third Place was (Oliver White) in his Medina Sport JL17 with a Lap Time of 50.267 and a Top Speed of 86.51mph. A Very Spirited Drive from Oliver to take Third Place and Be in a Good Position to Fight During the Race.

 

Three Very Fast and Well Controlled Drivers all looking like they are Ready for Battle but Who will take Home the Spoils Come Race Day. Lets Find Out.

 

Champion Of Brands-R1

 

It was Time for the Race and After Seeing Max Alex and Oliver in the Top Three Spots after a Tremendous Qualifying Session it was Time to See who Could Grab that First Race Win of the Day.

 

In First Place Taking the Victory was (Oliver White) in His Medina Sport JL17 with a Best Lap Time of 1:00.404 and an Average Speed of 59.28mph. What A Drive from Lover and Congratulations on The Race Win. Keep Up The Fantastic Work.

 

In Second Place was (Colin Queen) in his Ray GR18 with a Best Lap Time of 1:00.931 and an Average Speed of 59.23mph. Fantastic Work Colin to Grab Second Place With Another Amazing Drive Keeping the Car in His Command.

 

In Third Place was (Thomas Mills) in his Spectrum KMR with a Best Lap Time of 1:00.867 and an Average Speed of 59.18mph. Well Done Thomas Fantastic Defence of Third Place and a Well Deserved Spot on the Podium.

 

What A Fantastic First Race for Champion Of Brands but the Action is not Over Yet as With One More Race to go Who Will be Victorious and Take Home the Crucial Championship Points that They need. Lets Get to Finding Out.

 

Champion Of Brands-R2

 

The Final Race for Champion of Brands This Weekend With an Incredible Victory for Oliver in The First Race will He be able to Hold his Nerve and take Home Another Race Win. And Who else will be joining him on the Podium at the End? Lets Find Out.

 

In First Place was (Oliver White) in his Medina Sport JL17 with a Best Lap Time of 1:03.519 and an Average Speed of 67.51mph. Amazing Work Oliver Another Consecutive Race Win and A Fantastic Way to Bow Out of The Weekend at Brands Hatch. Super Driving and Congratulations.

 

In Second Place was (Thomas Mills) in his Spectrum KMR with a Best Lap Time of 1:03.626 and an Average Speed of 67.03mph. Awesome Work there Thomas to Move that Third Place from the Last Race up to Second Place Really Amazing Drive and a Well Controlled Car.

 

In Third Place was (Max Esterson) in his Ray GR18 with a Best Lap Time of 1:02.790 and an Average Speed of 66.72mph. Great Driving there Max a Good Result and well Held Together Towards the End for The Final Step on the Podium.

 

This Ends The Weekends Racing for the Champion Of Brands and what an Amazing Race the Drivers put on From Start to Finish. Congratulations to All of The Race Winners as well as all the other Champion Of Brands Drivers. Keep Racing and Improving Your Skills.

 

Dunlop Mini Miglia Challenge-Qualifying

 

Next up and Out onto Circuit was The Dunlop Mini Miglia Challenge and with High Spec Fast Minis Ready to Battle Lets see How Qualifying Shakes things up and Who will be Taking that All Important Pole Position.

 

In First Place was (Aaron Smith) in his Mini Miglia with a Lap Time of 1:02.096 and a Top Speed of 70.03mph. Fantastic Driving from Aaron to Take Pole Position and put himself at The Front of the Grid. Congratulations Aaron.

 

In Second Place was (Andrew Jordan) in his Miglia with a Lap Time of 1:02.259 and a Top Speed of 69.84mph. Amazing Driving there Andrew and a Truly Fantastic Performance from the BTCC Driver.

 

In Third Place was (James Cuthbertson) in his Mini Miglia with a Lap Time of 1:02.924 and a Top Speed of 69.10mph. Very Well Driven James Keeping his Miglia on The Track and Putting on a Really Good Display of Driving Ability for the Crowds.

 

Three Very Amazing Drivers in

Aaron James and Andrew in their Mini Muglia's and Putting on a Super Qualifying Session for the Crowds to witness. Well Done to all three of You and Good Luck for the Race on Sunday. Who knows Who will be on The Podium so Lets Just Hope that its a Good One.

 

Dunlop Mini Sevens-Qualifying

 

It was Time for Dunlop Mini Sevens to take to the Circuit and with The Mini Seven Racing Club being Present in the Paddock they sure Wanted to see a Super Performance from all of their Members in order to get more People interested in the world of Motorsport and Mini Racing to help preserve The Future of the Club and its History.

 

Lets See what Qualifying Brings and Which of The Drivers can Take Pole.

 

In First Place was (Jeff Smith) in his Mini 7 with a Best Lap Time of 58.881 and a Top Speed of 73.85mph. Amazing Achievement There Jeff taking Pole Position and Keeping that Little Pocket Rocket on the Tarmac the entire Time.

 

In Second Place was (Nick Croydon Fowler) in his Mini 7 with a Best Lap Time of 59.263 and a Best Lap Speed of 73.37mph. Well Done Nick Fantastic Work.

 

In Third Place was (Spencer Wan stall) in his Mini 7 with a Best Lap Time of 59.464 and a Best Lap Speed of 73.13mph. Super Drive Spencer Almost Taking Second Position.

 

A Fast Paced Qualifying Session for The Mini Sevens and some Very Quick Drivers in Jeff Nick and Spencer Very Well Done to All Three of you and Good Luck to Everyone Else Come Race Day.

 

Formula 3 Championship-Qualifying

 

Formula 3 Was Next up onto the Circuit and with Very Quick Race Cars with Heavy Use of Aerodynamics These Machines would be Setting some Very Quick Qualifying Laps Around the Brands Hatch Indy Circuit.

 

Which Driver would take Pole Position and be Brave Enough to Push to the Limit and Secure 1st Position on The Grid. Lets Find Out.

 

In First Place was (Stefano Leaney) in his Dallara F317 with a Best Lap Time of 42.429 and a Top Speed of 102.49mph. Crazy From Stefano to take Pole Position and Put in One Heck of a Fast Lap. Incredible work.

 

In Second Place was (George Line) in his Dallara F308 with a Best Lap Time of 43.226 and a Top Speed of 100.50mph. Another Lunatic Drive from George showing the Power and Concentration Required to Drive at such High Speeds. Amazing.

 

In Third Place was (Dominic Paul) in his Dallara F312 with a Best Lap Time of 43.397 and a Top Speed of 100.20mph. Amazing Work there Dominic Well Driven and Held.

 

What an Intense Qualifying Session showing the Power Performance and Commitment it takes to Race in Formula 3. Huge Congratulations to Stefano George and Dominic Lets see out of The Three of them Who can Take First Place when the Checkered Flag is waved during the Race.

  

Formula 3 Championship-R1

 

It was Time for the First Race for the Formula 3 Championship and after a Very Intense and High Speed Qualifying Battle Lets get to it and Find out would would be Crossing the Line First to take Home their First Victory of the Weekend.

 

In First Place was (Stefano Leaney) in his Dallara F317 with a Best Lap Time of 50.222 and a Top Speed of 84.66mph. Fantastic Work Stefano a Very Well Deserved Victory and a Super Drive from a Super Driver.

 

In Second Place was (George Line) in his Dallara F308 with a Best Lap Time of 52.430 and a Top Speed of 81.01mph. What a Drive from George to Hang onto Second Place and Keep Pushing to one Day Make it to Pole.

 

In Third Place was (Dominic Paul) in his Dallara F312 with a Best Lap Time of 53.815 and a Top Speed of 79.54mph. Fantastic Dominic Well Driven and a Good Third Place Position.

 

What an Amazing First Race for The Formula 3 Championship with Three Incredibly Brave Drivers in Stefano George and Dominic What Will Sundays Race Bring? Well Have to Wait to Find Out Fantastic work all Three of you and Good Luck to Everyone Else Trying to Achieve Their Racing Dreams.

 

Fastest Mini In The World-Qualifying

 

Fastest Mini In The World Showcases Special Racing Mini's that are built to Very High Specifications. With Custom Engines and A Lot of Aero Parts Added thease are not like Ordinary Racing Mini's. With Tones of Horse Power at The Foot of each Driver Lets See Who is Brave Enough to Push Hard and Snatch Pole.

 

In First Place was (Bill Richards) in his Maguire Estate with a Lap Time of 1:02.140 and a Top Speed of 69.98mph. Very Fast Paced from Bill to take First Position on The Grid for the Race on Sunday Well Done.

 

In Second Place was (Jim Lyons) in his Mini Maxi Turbo with a Lap Time of 1:02.272 and a Top Speed of 69.83mph. Another Quick Drive from Jim and Keeping up with Bill to Almost Snatch First Place Away. Fantastic Driving.

 

In Third Place was (Richard Morris) in his Mini Clubman with a Lap Time of 1:03.367 and a Top Speed of 68.62mph. Very Well Done Richard. Third Place for The Race.

 

What an Amazing Line up of Driver's and Cars for this Exciting New Racing Series as part of the Mini Festival. Its Great to see such a Variety of Cars in this Series all with Different Horse Power and Driving Styles. Congratulations to Bill Jim and Richard and Good Luck for the Race on Sunday. Who will Win? Only Time will tell.

 

Mighty Mini's and Super Mighty Mini's-Qualifying

 

Super Mighty Mini's and Mighty Mini's were the next up onto the Circuit and with The Super Mighty Mini's being Slightly More Powerful than the Mighty Mini's. Each Driver was Ready to go and it was Time to see which Driver could Qualify and put themselves on the Grid for the Race. Lets see What Happens.

 

In First Place was (Bobby Thompson) in his Super Mighty Mini 1293 with a Lap Time of 1:00.205 and a Top Speed of 72.22mph. Great Work Bobby Racing Hard and focusing on the Racing Line thought the entire Qualifying Session.

 

In Second Place was (Ian Slark) in his Super Mighty Mini 1293 with a Lap Time of 1:00.597 and a Top Speed of 71.76mph. Fantastic Work Ian Very Close to Bobby and Keeping Him on his Toes Thought Qualifying.

 

In Third Place was (Stuart Commbs) in his Super Mighty Mini 1293 with a Lap Time of 1:00.639 and a Top Speed of 71.71mph. Great Drive Stuart Third Place and Securing a Good Spot on the Grid for The Race.

 

Fantastic Qualifying Session for the Mighty and Super Mighty Mini's Showing a lot of Power Speed and Eagerness to Win Within each of the Drivers. A Huge Congratulations to Bobby Ian and Stuart and Good Luck to Everyone Else for the up Coming Race.

 

Pre 66 Mini's-Qualifying

 

Pre 66 Mini's took to the Track Next and with a Rich History of Motor Racing Thease Little Mini's are Very Famous amounts' the Motorsport Community Due to the Use of the S in their Names. Lets See how Each Driver did During Qualifying and who came out on Top.

 

In First Place was (Ian Curley) in his Mini Cooper S with a Lap Time of 57.896mph and a Top Speed of 75.11mph. Fantastic Driving from Ian Taking Pole and Securing the Best Spot on The Grid.

 

In Second Place was (Endaf Owens) in his Mini Cooper S with a Lap Time of 58.150 and a Top Speed of 74.78mph. Awesome Drive there Endaf and a Really Nice Looking Livery on that Mini of Yours. Truly Unique.

 

In Third Place was (Phil Bullen Brown) in his Mini Cooper S with a Lap Time of 58.269 and a Top Speed of 74.62mph. Fantastic work there Phil to keep hold of Third Place for the Race.

 

Congratulations to all Three of the Top Drivers in Ian Endaf and Phil and Good Luck to Everyone Else Taking Part Lets Hope for an Action Packed Race.

 

Pre 66 Mini's-R1

 

Its Time for the First Race for the Pre 66's Mini's and after a Very Quick and Hectic Drive from Both Ian and Endaf Both Drivers look like they will be Battling it out Hard for First Place during This Race. Lets Find out Who will be the Overall Victor.

 

In First Place was (Ian Curley) in his Mini Cooper S with Best Lap Time of 58.031 and a Top Speed of 73.72mph. Amazing Job Ian Racing that Mini and Keeping it so Cleanly Driven Around the Track for a Lights to Flag Finish. Incredible Drive.

 

In Second Place was (Joel Wren) in his Mini Cooper S with a Best Lap Time of 58.220 and a Top Speed of 73.15mph. Well Done Joel Fantastic Driving and Keeping Pace to Ensure Second Place stayed Right in Your Hands.

 

In Third Place was (Jeff Smith) in his Mini Cooper S with a Best Lap Time of 58.482 and a Top Speed of 73.08mph. Great Drive Jeff Kept it well Under Control and Held onto That all Important Third Place.

 

What a Fantastic First Race for the Pre 66 Mini's it will be Exciting to see what Happens on Sunday with Race 2 but for Now Congratulations to Ian Joel and Jeff on their Superb Victories and Good Luck to Everyone Else. Keep Fighting and Stay Positive.

 

Toyo Tires Racing Saloons / Production Golf & BMW Championships-Qualifying

 

BMW And Golf Championships were up next and with a Grid Alighted With Both BMW'S and Volkswagen Golfs it would be a very Quick and yet very Interesting Qualifying Session for the Drivers as Each of their Machines were Matched quite well on Power and so Getting that All Important Pole Position would require a Perfect Lap with no Traffic To Achieve.

 

In First Place was (Nicholas Bosch) in his Seat Sport Leon with a Lap Time of 54.675 and a Top Speed of 79.53mph. Great Drive there Nicholas.

 

In Second Place was (Rikki Taylor) in his Ford Fiesta with a Lap Time of 55.361 and a Top Speed of 78.54mph. Amazing Drive there Rikki and a Very Well Deserved Second Place.

 

In Third Place was (Chris Murphy) in his BMW Z4 with a Lap Time of 55.891 and a Top Speed of 77.80mph. Super Drive Chris Keeping that Car Glued to the Ground and Taking Third Place.

 

Another All Important Qualifying session over now it Times to get to The Race and Find out Who Managed to Hang onto their Positions and who may have Slipped and Fallen down the Order.

 

Toyo Tires Racing Saloons / Production Golf & BMW Championships-R1

 

In First Place was (Nicholas Bosch) in his Seat Sport Leon with a Best Lap Time of 1:05.406 and a Top Speed of 57.55mph. Congratulations Nicholas a Super Drive and a Very Determine Mind in order to Push a Car to the Limits of what is Possible.

 

In Second Place was (Rikki Taylor) in his Ford Fiesta with a Best Lap Time of 1:06.277 and a Top Speed of 57.42mph. Another Very Good Drive from Rikki to Secure Him Second Place. Amazing Drive there Rikki Keep up the Brilliant Driving.

 

In Third Place was (Chris Murphy) in his BMW Z4 with a Best Lap Time of 1:07.805 and a Top Speed of 57.24mph. Another Amazing Drive there Chris Keeping Back the Other Charging Cars to Keep Hold of Third and Take home some Points for the Team.

 

So it looks like all Three Drivers From Qualifying Have Kept their Positions in The First Race Showing the Incredible Determination and Commitment of Each Driver and the Trust they Have in their Cars. Can Anyone Take them on. Its the Last Race of The Weekend for Them so Lets Find Out.

  

Toyo Tires Racing Saloons / Production Golf & BMW Championships-R2

 

The Final Race for The BMW And Golf Championship and Its Time to see if Anyone can take on the Might of Nicholas Rikki and Chris who currently occupy the Top Three Spots on the Grid. Lets See what The Last Race Brings for Them.

 

In First Place was (Nicholas Bosch) in his Seat Sport Leon with a Best Lap Time of 58.790 and a Top Speed of 64.19mph. Congratulations Nicholas Great Drive and a Beautiful Win for You to Round of The Weekend.

 

In Second Place was (Nigel Innes) in his BMW M3 with a Best Lap Time of 56.362 and a Top Speed of 64mph. Great Work Nigel to gain Second Place and End up on The Podium Fantastic Work.

 

In Third Place was (Cliff Pellin) in his Ford Fiesta with a Best Lap Time of 58.384 and a Top Speed of 63.73mph. Amazing work there Cliff Well Dione and a Thoroughly Deserved Third Place for the Last Race.

 

And That's a warp for The BMW AND Golf Championship. Many Fantastic Winners on the Podium as well as so other Incredible Drives Thought the Field. Good Luck in the Rest of Your Championship and Keep working Hard to take as Many Victories as you can thought the Year.

 

Z Cars & New Generation Production BMW Championship-Qualifying

 

Last Up for The Day was the BMW And New Generation Championship Showcasing many BMW'S from the Much Newer Generation. With tones of Torque and a Lot of Car to Handle thease things were going to be something Special to watch as The Day Drew to a Close.

 

Lets See How Qualifying Stacked up in Preparation for The Race.

 

In First Place was (Chris Murphy) in his BMW Z4 with a Lap Time of 56.079 and a Top Speed of 77.54mph. Fantastic Driving Chris Taking Pole for The Race.

 

In Second Place was (Jack Wood) in his BMW Z4 with a Lap Time of 56.161 and a Top Speed of 77.43mph. Awesome work Jack Good Pace and Keeping up with Chris in His BMW will Make for an Epic Duel Between You two During The Race.

 

In Third Place was (Edd Giddings) in his BM,W Z4 with a Lap Time of 56.352 and a Top Speed of 77.16mph. Fantastic Work Edd Pushing that Car to its Limits and Making sure to Hang onto that Third Place.

 

With Qualifying out of the way Lets Waste no Time in Seeing who Took the First Victory in Race 1 for The Day.

 

Z Cars & New Generation Production BMW Championship-R1

 

In First Place was (Chris Murphy) in his BMW Z4 with a Best Lap Time of 1:08.290 and an Average Speed of 61.46mph. Congratulations Chris Really Good Drive and a Well Build BMW For Brands Hatch.

 

In Second Place was (Edd Giddings) in his BMW Z4 with a Best Lap Time of 1:10.183 and an Average Speed of 60.73mph. Well Driven There Edd Fantastic Work and a Great Battle for Second Place.

 

In Third Place was (Kieran Power) in his BMW Z4 with a Best Lap Time of 1:10.215 and an Average Speed of 60.62mph. Amazing Driving Kieran Good Work and a Fantastic Finish in Third.

 

And With that DAY 1 is Officially Wrapped up Lots of Fantastic Qualifying Battles and a Tone of Intense Races made for a Superb Day and Some Incredible Winners too. Congratulations to Chris Edd and Kieran for Securing First Second and Third and Well Done to All other Drivers Doing what they Love and Sharing a Passion For Motorsport.

 

See You All on Sunday!

Qualifying Session 19.10.07 Kimi Raikkonen the champion...

Team Ferrari

. Qualifying. Castrol Toyota Racing Series, Highlands Motorsport Park, Cromwell, New Zealand, Ssunday 19 January 2020. John Cowpland / Toyota Gazoo Racing NZ

2019 SUPER GT Rd.2 FUJI GT 500km RACE Qualify DAY 20190503

This picture was taken during the F1 Formula 1 Qualifying at Silverstone in 2013. These images were taken from the hospitality area on the National pit straight. This is the Lotus E21 car.

American Speedfest 8 Returned to Brands Hatch for another Fantastic American themed weekend Featuring the likes of Euro Nascar Legends and even Angelo American Formula 5000's Racing this weekender event was shaping up to be a good one.

 

The First Day was mostly focused on Qualifying with many of the Races taking Place on the Sunday. Each of the Teams was both busy in the outer Paddock and the Pitlane getting their cars ready for a shakedown session in which they would have to Qualify to see who could be the Fastest and take Pole Position for each of the Races come Sunday.

 

Angelo American Formula 5000

 

The Formula 5000's made a Thunderous return to the Brands Hatch circuit, Built during a time where many Formula 1 cars from the likes of Lotus Williams and McLaren we using Ground Effect and pushing up the speeds of their cars.

 

Formula 5000's took speeds to a whole new level by using V8 Engines to power their cars which were found to be even faster than those Formula 1 cars of that era on the straights of different race tracks. Chevron B37's and McRae GM1'S were amongst the field and Qualifying looked to be very close indeed.

 

In First Place taking Pole Position and The Fastest Lap was (Neil Glover) in his Chevron B37 with a Lap Time of 47.039 with an average speed of 92.44mph. An Insanely Fast Lap Time for Brands Hatches Indy Circuit.

 

In Second Place was (Mark Campfield) in his Chevron B24 with A Lap Time Of 47.694 and an Average Speed of 91.17mph still Impressively quick for Chevron Power.

 

In Third Place was (Greg Thornton) in his Chevron B24 with A Lap Time Of 47.775 with an Average Speed of 91.02mph showing the power of the Chevron Engine through every turn.

 

A Tightly Packed Grid for Sundays Race and it looks like its a Chevron Front Row lockout but who's car will have the power to Triumph over the others? only time will tell.

 

Bernie's Sports And V8's

 

Bernie's V8's were up next and showcased a lot of Impressive V8 Powered Machinery on the grid. Talbot Sunbeams, Austin Healey's and even MGB GT V8 powered Machinery hitting the Track during Qualifying. Lets see what V8 Power can do and which Drivers managed to tame the Beasts and make it into the top three.

 

In First Place Taking Pole Position and the Fastest Lap was the Duo of (Elis Mar/Elis Mat) in their Talbot Sunbeam Lotus with a Lap Time of 54.533 and an Average speed of 79.74mph. Fast and Furious Driving on display once again.

 

In Second Place was (James Plant) in his Austin Healey 106 with a Lap Time of 54.964 and an Average Speed of 79.11mph. Very Quick and Consistent Laps seen from James behind the wheel too.

 

In Third Place was the Duo of (Can/Wilson) in their Aston Martin V8 Vantage with a lap time of 55.397 and an Average speed of 78.49mph. Showing just how much power and Grunt that Aston has.

 

Another Fantastic set of V8 Powered Machines on Display showing the true power of the American Built V8'S and how they changed the game in terms of Racing and Road Going Cars. Who will win the Race on Sunday. Will have to wait and see.

 

Legends Cars Championship

 

Referred to as the Little Pocket Rockets these small Looking Cars may not loo like they have anything Special to offer but just wait until you see what these little Wolves in Sheep's clothing can do once out on the Track.

 

Using Motorbike Engines of 1200cc they Really do show on Track just how lightweight and fast they are and Slip Streaming is commonly a way of being able to Achieve a Faster Lap time by using the Driver in fronts Slip Stream to aid in the Aerodynamics of the Car and Reduce Drag. Lets see what Happened during Qualifying Heat 2

 

In First Place Taking Pole and Setting The Fastest Lap was (Chris Dewey) in his Legend with a Lap Time Of 56.700 with an Average Speed of 76.69mph. Crazy Fast for Something so small and yet very Agile in Control.

 

In Second Place was (Stephen Whitelegg) in his Legend 34 Ford Coupe with a Lap Time of 56.740 and an Average Speed of 76.64mph. First And Second look to be very close together Thanks to the aids in Slip Streaming down the Brabham Straight to gain positions or Fastest Laps.

 

In Third Place was (Miles Rudman) in his Legend 34 Coupe with a Lap Time Of 56.878. Very Close between the Top three and it just goes to show how Important Slip Streaming is to Gain an Advantage in this Qualifying Session.

 

Exciting Stuff Ahead of The

Legends Races on Sunday where One of the Drivers will Win the Race and Take the Victory, Who Will it be? Only Time Will Tell.

 

Nascar Whelen Euro Series-Pro

 

The Main Highlight Event of the Day and the Nascar's with their Thunderous Powered V8 Engines Roared onto the Indy Circuit and with Two Formation Laps Completed to Warm Up the Tyres every car was released to Start Qualifying. Lets See How the Grid Will Shape Up.

 

In First Place to Take Pole and The Fastest Lap was (Alon Day) in his Chevrolet Camaro Caal Racing with a Lap Time of 48.903 and an Average Speed of 88.92mph. I wonder if Marty McFly and Dock Brown were part of their Race Team to Achieve that Impressive Lap Time? Non the Less Amazing Work by Alon Day.

 

In Second Place was (Loris Hezemans) in his Ford Mustang Hedrik's Motorsport) with a Lap Time of 49.000 and an Average Speed of 88.74mph. Another Fast and Consistent Lap From Loris showing the Balance Between Driver and Car.

 

In Third Place was (Nicolo Rocca) in his Chevrolet Camaro DF1 Racing) with A Lap Time of 49.292 and an Average Speed of 88.22mph. All Three Drivers seem to be very close in terms of Lap Times and this will make for some Exciting Racing Come Race Day.

 

Close and Competitive Racing in Nascar-Pro but who will have the Power to Push even Harder and take Home The Victory come Race Day. We will have to wait and See.

 

EuroNascar-2

 

Euro Nascar-2 is A a series of Slightly Lower Tuned Nascar's that Features as a Way of Getting Drivers ready to head to the Big Time Nascar Racing that takes Place at Daytona and Indianapolis.

 

Drivers must First Prove themselves worthy by Starting out from the Bottom and Only The Best Drivers in the World can make it into Nascar's Top Level Racing Teams.

 

Lets See how the Grid Lines up and see who managed to Qualify the Fastest and take Pole Position.

 

In First Place and Taking Pole Position and The Fastest Lap was (Advait DeoDHar) in his Ford Mustang Caal Racing with A Lap Time Of 49.918 and An Average Speed of 87.11mph. A Really Well Controlled Lap and a very Focused Mind to Achieve such a Drive.

 

In Second Place was (Tobias Dauenhauer) in his Ford Mustang Hendriks Motorsport with a Lap Time Of 50.110 and an Average Speed Of 86.78mph. Really Well Done and a very Quick Driver and Car underneath Him.

 

In Third Place was (Justin Kunz ) in his Chevrolet Camaro DF1 Racing with A Lap Time Of 50.161. Very Fast and Consistent with the Top Three all Very Close and Ready to take on the Race and see who can Battle and Fight for a Victory.

 

An Exciting Qualifying Session for both Nascar-Pro and Euro Nascar-2 with Each set of Driver Showing the Speed Power and Machinery of the Great American State. Looking Forward To Seeing what Happens During The Race.

 

Pickup Trucks Championship

 

The Pickup Trucks Returned to Brands Hatch for Another High Speed Weekend of Flat Out Racing around the Indy Circuit. With Light Weight Chassis and Powerful Engines it was shaping up to be a very Large and Competitive Grid for Pickup Trucks.

 

In First Place Taking Pole Position and the Fastest Lap was (Reece Jones) in his Pick Up Truck 2000 with a Lap Time of 52.634 with an Average Speed of 82.61mph.

 

In Second Place was (George Turiccki) in his Pickup Truck 2000 with A Lap Time of 52.706mph and an average speed of 82.50mph.

 

In Third Place was (Mark Willis) in his Pickup Truck 2000 with A Lap Time of 52.976 and an Average Speed of 82.08mph.

 

Three Very Quick and Capable Drivers all Fighting for the Victory In Tomorrow's Race but who will be up to the challenge of Taking 1st Place and Winning. Only One Way To Find Out.

 

Speedfest Silhouettes

 

Formally Known as the Silhouettes the Super Silhouettes Brought with them some fast and impressive Space Frame Machinery to the track.

 

With Aero Packages and Light Weight Monacock Chassis these Monsters were going to be something Amazing to watch Race.

 

But First Lets See how Qualifying Shapes up.

 

In First Place Taking Pole and The Fastest Lap was (Ray Harris in his Ginetta G40r with a Lap Time of 50.564 and an Average speed of 86.00mph. Either Crazy or Insane I would Describe that Incredible Lap of Brands. Amazing Work.

 

In Second Place was (Malcom Blackman) in his Vauxhall Tigra with A Lap Time of 50.805 and an Average Speed of 85.59mph Another Crazy Quick and on the Edge Lap.

 

In Third Place was (Lewis Smith) in his Mercedes SLK with a Lap Time of 51.313 and an Average Speed of 84.74mph. Three Very Fast and Capable Drivers in this Qualifying Session.

 

Incredible Speed and Fast Reflex Driving From Each Driver out there. It will be Exciting to see who can bring home a Victory and push their Machinery past its Limits and into New Territory. Another Race I'm Looking Forward to Seeing.

 

A Brilliant End to the Days Qualifying and seeing all that Machinery out there was Fantastic. Congratulations to all of the Qualifiers who made the Top Three in Every Support Race. Looking Ford To Tomorrow and a Very Fierce Set Of Battles Thought the Day.

Qualifying for opening round of Trofeo Abarth 500 GB Oulton Park

American Speedfest 8 Returned to Brands Hatch for another Fantastic American themed weekend Featuring the likes of Euro Nascar Legends and even Angelo American Formula 5000's Racing this weekender event was shaping up to be a good one.

 

The First Day was mostly focused on Qualifying with many of the Races taking Place on the Sunday. Each of the Teams was both busy in the outer Paddock and the Pitlane getting their cars ready for a shakedown session in which they would have to Qualify to see who could be the Fastest and take Pole Position for each of the Races come Sunday.

 

Angelo American Formula 5000

 

The Formula 5000's made a Thunderous return to the Brands Hatch circuit, Built during a time where many Formula 1 cars from the likes of Lotus Williams and McLaren we using Ground Effect and pushing up the speeds of their cars.

 

Formula 5000's took speeds to a whole new level by using V8 Engines to power their cars which were found to be even faster than those Formula 1 cars of that era on the straights of different race tracks. Chevron B37's and McRae GM1'S were amongst the field and Qualifying looked to be very close indeed.

 

In First Place taking Pole Position and The Fastest Lap was (Neil Glover) in his Chevron B37 with a Lap Time of 47.039 with an average speed of 92.44mph. An Insanely Fast Lap Time for Brands Hatches Indy Circuit.

 

In Second Place was (Mark Campfield) in his Chevron B24 with A Lap Time Of 47.694 and an Average Speed of 91.17mph still Impressively quick for Chevron Power.

 

In Third Place was (Greg Thornton) in his Chevron B24 with A Lap Time Of 47.775 with an Average Speed of 91.02mph showing the power of the Chevron Engine through every turn.

 

A Tightly Packed Grid for Sundays Race and it looks like its a Chevron Front Row lockout but who's car will have the power to Triumph over the others? only time will tell.

 

Bernie's Sports And V8's

 

Bernie's V8's were up next and showcased a lot of Impressive V8 Powered Machinery on the grid. Talbot Sunbeams, Austin Healey's and even MGB GT V8 powered Machinery hitting the Track during Qualifying. Lets see what V8 Power can do and which Drivers managed to tame the Beasts and make it into the top three.

 

In First Place Taking Pole Position and the Fastest Lap was the Duo of (Elis Mar/Elis Mat) in their Talbot Sunbeam Lotus with a Lap Time of 54.533 and an Average speed of 79.74mph. Fast and Furious Driving on display once again.

 

In Second Place was (James Plant) in his Austin Healey 106 with a Lap Time of 54.964 and an Average Speed of 79.11mph. Very Quick and Consistent Laps seen from James behind the wheel too.

 

In Third Place was the Duo of (Can/Wilson) in their Aston Martin V8 Vantage with a lap time of 55.397 and an Average speed of 78.49mph. Showing just how much power and Grunt that Aston has.

 

Another Fantastic set of V8 Powered Machines on Display showing the true power of the American Built V8'S and how they changed the game in terms of Racing and Road Going Cars. Who will win the Race on Sunday. Will have to wait and see.

 

Legends Cars Championship

 

Referred to as the Little Pocket Rockets these small Looking Cars may not loo like they have anything Special to offer but just wait until you see what these little Wolves in Sheep's clothing can do once out on the Track.

 

Using Motorbike Engines of 1200cc they Really do show on Track just how lightweight and fast they are and Slip Streaming is commonly a way of being able to Achieve a Faster Lap time by using the Driver in fronts Slip Stream to aid in the Aerodynamics of the Car and Reduce Drag. Lets see what Happened during Qualifying Heat 2

 

In First Place Taking Pole and Setting The Fastest Lap was (Chris Dewey) in his Legend with a Lap Time Of 56.700 with an Average Speed of 76.69mph. Crazy Fast for Something so small and yet very Agile in Control.

 

In Second Place was (Stephen Whitelegg) in his Legend 34 Ford Coupe with a Lap Time of 56.740 and an Average Speed of 76.64mph. First And Second look to be very close together Thanks to the aids in Slip Streaming down the Brabham Straight to gain positions or Fastest Laps.

 

In Third Place was (Miles Rudman) in his Legend 34 Coupe with a Lap Time Of 56.878. Very Close between the Top three and it just goes to show how Important Slip Streaming is to Gain an Advantage in this Qualifying Session.

 

Exciting Stuff Ahead of The

Legends Races on Sunday where One of the Drivers will Win the Race and Take the Victory, Who Will it be? Only Time Will Tell.

 

Nascar Whelen Euro Series-Pro

 

The Main Highlight Event of the Day and the Nascar's with their Thunderous Powered V8 Engines Roared onto the Indy Circuit and with Two Formation Laps Completed to Warm Up the Tyres every car was released to Start Qualifying. Lets See How the Grid Will Shape Up.

 

In First Place to Take Pole and The Fastest Lap was (Alon Day) in his Chevrolet Camaro Caal Racing with a Lap Time of 48.903 and an Average Speed of 88.92mph. I wonder if Marty McFly and Dock Brown were part of their Race Team to Achieve that Impressive Lap Time? Non the Less Amazing Work by Alon Day.

 

In Second Place was (Loris Hezemans) in his Ford Mustang Hedrik's Motorsport) with a Lap Time of 49.000 and an Average Speed of 88.74mph. Another Fast and Consistent Lap From Loris showing the Balance Between Driver and Car.

 

In Third Place was (Nicolo Rocca) in his Chevrolet Camaro DF1 Racing) with A Lap Time of 49.292 and an Average Speed of 88.22mph. All Three Drivers seem to be very close in terms of Lap Times and this will make for some Exciting Racing Come Race Day.

 

Close and Competitive Racing in Nascar-Pro but who will have the Power to Push even Harder and take Home The Victory come Race Day. We will have to wait and See.

 

EuroNascar-2

 

Euro Nascar-2 is A a series of Slightly Lower Tuned Nascar's that Features as a Way of Getting Drivers ready to head to the Big Time Nascar Racing that takes Place at Daytona and Indianapolis.

 

Drivers must First Prove themselves worthy by Starting out from the Bottom and Only The Best Drivers in the World can make it into Nascar's Top Level Racing Teams.

 

Lets See how the Grid Lines up and see who managed to Qualify the Fastest and take Pole Position.

 

In First Place and Taking Pole Position and The Fastest Lap was (Advait DeoDHar) in his Ford Mustang Caal Racing with A Lap Time Of 49.918 and An Average Speed of 87.11mph. A Really Well Controlled Lap and a very Focused Mind to Achieve such a Drive.

 

In Second Place was (Tobias Dauenhauer) in his Ford Mustang Hendriks Motorsport with a Lap Time Of 50.110 and an Average Speed Of 86.78mph. Really Well Done and a very Quick Driver and Car underneath Him.

 

In Third Place was (Justin Kunz ) in his Chevrolet Camaro DF1 Racing with A Lap Time Of 50.161. Very Fast and Consistent with the Top Three all Very Close and Ready to take on the Race and see who can Battle and Fight for a Victory.

 

An Exciting Qualifying Session for both Nascar-Pro and Euro Nascar-2 with Each set of Driver Showing the Speed Power and Machinery of the Great American State. Looking Forward To Seeing what Happens During The Race.

 

Pickup Trucks Championship

 

The Pickup Trucks Returned to Brands Hatch for Another High Speed Weekend of Flat Out Racing around the Indy Circuit. With Light Weight Chassis and Powerful Engines it was shaping up to be a very Large and Competitive Grid for Pickup Trucks.

 

In First Place Taking Pole Position and the Fastest Lap was (Reece Jones) in his Pick Up Truck 2000 with a Lap Time of 52.634 with an Average Speed of 82.61mph.

 

In Second Place was (George Turiccki) in his Pickup Truck 2000 with A Lap Time of 52.706mph and an average speed of 82.50mph.

 

In Third Place was (Mark Willis) in his Pickup Truck 2000 with A Lap Time of 52.976 and an Average Speed of 82.08mph.

 

Three Very Quick and Capable Drivers all Fighting for the Victory In Tomorrow's Race but who will be up to the challenge of Taking 1st Place and Winning. Only One Way To Find Out.

 

Speedfest Silhouettes

 

Formally Known as the Silhouettes the Super Silhouettes Brought with them some fast and impressive Space Frame Machinery to the track.

 

With Aero Packages and Light Weight Monacock Chassis these Monsters were going to be something Amazing to watch Race.

 

But First Lets See how Qualifying Shapes up.

 

In First Place Taking Pole and The Fastest Lap was (Ray Harris in his Ginetta G40r with a Lap Time of 50.564 and an Average speed of 86.00mph. Either Crazy or Insane I would Describe that Incredible Lap of Brands. Amazing Work.

 

In Second Place was (Malcom Blackman) in his Vauxhall Tigra with A Lap Time of 50.805 and an Average Speed of 85.59mph Another Crazy Quick and on the Edge Lap.

 

In Third Place was (Lewis Smith) in his Mercedes SLK with a Lap Time of 51.313 and an Average Speed of 84.74mph. Three Very Fast and Capable Drivers in this Qualifying Session.

 

Incredible Speed and Fast Reflex Driving From Each Driver out there. It will be Exciting to see who can bring home a Victory and push their Machinery past its Limits and into New Territory. Another Race I'm Looking Forward to Seeing.

 

A Brilliant End to the Days Qualifying and seeing all that Machinery out there was Fantastic. Congratulations to all of the Qualifiers who made the Top Three in Every Support Race. Looking Ford To Tomorrow and a Very Fierce Set Of Battles Thought the Day.

Day 1 of Wimbledon qualifying ended by rain. You have to feel sorry for these people... they spent about an hour and a half covering the courts, sweeping the water off the covers (there was a lot of it), uncovering the courts... and then it rained again (with a bit of thunder and lightning thrown in) and play was abandoned for the day.

2019 SUPER GT Rd.2 FUJI GT 500km RACE Qualify DAY 20190503

Approaching the Retafilio Chicane Qualifying at the Italian Grand Prix, Monza 2011

Pastor Maldonado during Q2 qualifying for the 2011 Hungarian Grand Prix.

Nico Rosberg

Mercedes F1 W04

Mercedes FO 108Z

Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team

 

Qualifying Session

2013 Grand Prix F1 Spain.

Circuit de Catalunya.

Montmeló. Barcelona

Wimbledon qualifying 2009 - men's singles. Made it to the final round, but lost to Rajeev Ram.

The Finale to the BARC Club Car Championships Weekender at Brands Hatch and after a Very Thrilling set of both Qualifying Sessions and Races which took place on the Saturday it was Time once again for each Driver to strap in and get ready for some high speed Racing Action thought the Sunday.

 

In Tribute to the Marshall who was Tragically Killed on the Saturday Some Car and Driver Pairings were Racing with Orange Hearts on their Cars as a Tribute to all of Motorsports Family of Marshalls for who without Racing would not be possible. Thank You!

 

So Lets get started and see what the days events Haver to Offer and who can Push their Machinery to the Limits and beyond for a Victory.

 

Britcar Endurance Championship - Trophy Category (Race 1 Results FINAL)

 

The Britcar Endurance Trophy was the First up and it was time to see who could claim that elusive Pole Position and to see if anyone else could challenge the Top Three Drivers Lets see how things turned out.

 

In First Place was the Pairing Of (Datum Motorsport's Axel Van Nederveen and Adriano Medeiros) in their Ginetta G55A with a Best Lap Time of 52:193 and an Average Speed of 64.75mph. Congratulations Axel and Adriano a Really Fantastic Drive and A Super Victory.

 

In Second Place was (SVG's Mark Lee) in his Ginetta G56A with a Best Lap Time of 52.086 and an Average Speed of 64.70mph. Amazing Drive Mark Keeping that Ginetta on the Track and Taking Second Place while Nearly Matching the Speed of Axel and Adriano. Well Done.

 

In Third Place was (Terry Stephens) in his Peugeot 308 with a Best Lap Time of 53.421 and an Average Speed of 64.50mph. Well Fought Terry a Fantastic Finish in Third Place and Staying Ahead by just over 11 seconds to the Pair of Jasver and Bryan in 4th. Amazing Job.

 

A Really Enjoyable and Exciting First Race of the Sunday with High Speed Action and Incredible Victories on Track. Congratulations Axel Adriano Mark and Terry. Lets see what Race 2 Brings in terms of the Action.

  

Britcar Endurance Championship - Trophy Category (Race 2 Results FINAL)

 

Race 2 For Britcar Next and after a Very Fast and Action Packed First Race Will we see a New Face on the Top Step of the Podium? Lets find out.

 

In First Place was the Pairing of (Woodrow Motorsport's Simon Baker and Kevin Clarke) in their BMW 1 Series with a Best Lap Time of 51.837 and an Average Speed of 78.22mph. Amazing work Simon and Kevin who have Beaten the Pairing Of (Datum Motorsport's Axel Van Nederveen and Adriano Medeiros) to Victory. An Incredible Drive by Both of them Well Done.

 

In Second Place was (SVG Mark Lee) in his Ginetta G56A with a Best Lap Time of 52.281 and an Average Speed of 76.89mph. Again a Huge Congratulations to Mark Lee for hanging onto that Second Place Despite Fierce Competition during The Race. Amazing Drive.

 

In Third Place was (Simon Green Motorsport's Pairing of Jasver Sapra and Brian Branson) in their BMW M3 E46 with a Best Lap Time of 52.718 and an Average Speed of 76.88mph. Congratulations Jasver and Brain Brilliant Drive and well Defended to keep that Third Place in Tact.

 

Two Incredible Races with Two Very Different Outcomes of Race Winners and Runners Up The Britcar Endurance Trophy is Proving to be Very Competitive this Year.

 

A Huge Congratulations to Simon Kevin Mark Jasver and Brain for some Amazing Racing and Victories and Good Luck to All Other Drivers. Keep working Hard and Pushing for that All Important Victory.

 

CTCRC Edmundson Electrical Classic / Historic Thunder Saloons (Race 1 Result FINAL)

 

Next Up was the CTCRC Electrical and Historic Thunder Saloons and After a Thrilling Qualifying Session Yesterday Lets see what Each Driver has got and who can Push to the Limits for that All Important Victory.

 

In First Place was (Jason West) in his BMW E46 M3 3200 with a Best Lap Time of 51.907 and an Average Speed of 59.84mph. Congratulations Jason for Another Incredible Drive for First Place and a well Deserved Victory Amongst some Stiff Competition.

 

In Second Place was (Andrew Wilson) in his Holden Monaro 7000 with a Best Lap Time of 52.418 and an Average Speed of 59.96mph. Well Done Andrew Fantastic Driving and a Super Defensive Drive for Second Place.

 

In Third Place was (Samuel Wilson) in his Aston Martin V8 Vantage with a Best Lap Time of 52.699 and an Average Speed of 59.50mph. Amazing Work Samuel and a Beautiful Example of the Aston Martin V8 Vantage on Display Showing its Raw Power and Racing Pedigree to Finish in Third Place.

 

A Fantastic Finish to The Historic and Electrical Thunder Saloons Racing at The Weekend. A Huge Congratulations to Our Top Three Finishers Jason Andrew and Samuel. Fantastic Racing from all Three of you and Good Luck to all other Drivers Keep Tuning and Working Hard and I'm sure Victory Will not be too Far Away from you.

 

CTCRC JEC Saloon & GT Championship & Burton Power BOSS (Race 2 Results FINAL)

 

Next Up CTCRC Saloon and GT Championships and with some Fierce Competition on Display during not only Qualifying but also Their First Race on the Saturday Which saw Malcom Harding Storm to an Insane Victory who Will be able to Take him on and Potentially Steal his Crown during the Next Race Today? Lets See.

 

In First Place was (Malcom Harding) in his Ford Escort MK2 Zakspeed 2500 with a Best Lap Time of 53.888 and an Average Speed of 78.49mph. Another Incredible Victory for Malcom that Highly Modified Zakspeed Escort Really Shows off the Power and Performance of a True Champion and a Fantastic Driver. Congratulations Malcom.

 

In Second Place was (Steven Goldsmith) in his Ford Anglia 105e 260 with a Best Lap Time of 54.335 and an Average Speed of 78.21mph. Another Storming Drive to Achieve Second Place for Steven. Fantastic Driving and Amazing Car Control through Every Corner. Congratulations Steven.

 

In Third Place was (Tom Robinson) in his Jaguar XJ6 4000 with a Best Lap Time of 55.481 and an Average Speed of 55.481mph. Congratulations Tom Superb Display of Driving Ability behind the Jag and a Well Deserved Third Place for Him.

 

Another Incredible Weekend of Racing for the CTCRC Saloon and GT Championships with Some New and Some Old Drivers Stepping onto the Podium. Massive Congratulations to Malcolm Steven and Tom for their First Second And Third Place Finishes. Keep Up the Good Work and Never Stop Trying.

 

CTCRC Laser Tools Pre 93 & Simply Serviced Pre 03 Touring Cars (Race 1 Results FINAL)

 

Now Its Time for The Laser Tools Pre 93 and Simply Serviced Pre 03 Touring Cars to make their way back onto The Track for what Looked to be a Spectacular Race. A Whole Range of Different Cars to Race Against and Stiff Competition after Qualifying Proves that This Race will be One not to be Missed. Lets See what Unfolded.

 

In First Place was (Gary Prebble) in his Honda Civic EG 2000 with a Best Lap Time of 54.100mph and an Average Speed of 78.60mph. Well Done Gary a Really Well Deserved First Place Victory and an Amazing Drive to the Flag.

 

In Second Place was (David Griffith) in his BMW E36 M3 3058 with a Best Lap Time of 54.558 and an Average of 78.42mph. Incredible Drive their David Pushing that BMW For Everything that it Has got to Achieve Second Place.

 

In Third Place was (Kam Tunio) in his Honda Civic EK9 1595 with a Best Lap Time of 55.347 and an Average Speed of 77.05mph. Well Driven Kam Super Driving on Display and a Well Deserved Third Place Finish.

 

Another Amazing Race for The Pre 93 and Pre 03 Touring Cars and a Huge Congratulations to Gary David and Kam for their First Second and Third Place Victories. Keep up the Hard Work and Good Luck to everyone Else wherever your Next Races take you.

 

CTCRC Poultec Classic Race Engines Pre 66 Touring Cars (Race 1 Results)

 

Now it was Time for the Fan Favourite to Enter onto the Brands Hatch Circuit with the Pre 66 Touring Cars Championship. With Mini's Lotus Cortina's and Ford Falcons. This was One Race that No One Wanted to Miss. After a Very Fast Paced Qualifying Session on the Saturday Which saw (Alan Greenhalgh) take Pole Position who Will be able to Challenge Him During the Race and Snatch Victory Away from Him.

 

In First Place was (Alan Greenhalgh) in his Ford Falcon with A Best Lap Time of 58.707 and an Average Speed of 72.63mph. Congratulations Alan A Beautiful Example of the Ford Falcon and Certainly a Very Fast One too. Congratulations on Your Victory.

 

In Second Place was (Robyn Slater) in his Ford Anglia 1550 with a Best Lap Time of 58.992 and an Average Speed of 72.06mph. Very Good Drive their From Robyn to Secure Second Place in The First Race of the Day for the Pre 66 Touring Cars.

 

In Third Place was (Barry Sime) in his Morris Mini Cooper S 1293 with a Best Lap Time of 59.116 and an Average Speed of 71.95mph. Fantastic Work their Barry Keeping that Little Rocket on The Track looked to be Very Challenging but A Very Well Deserved Third Place.

 

What A First Race for The Historic Pre 66 Touring Cars showing The Power and Pride Each Driver takes in Both Racing and Preservation on Their Beloved Racing Machines. Congratulations to Alan Robyn and Barry on their First Second and Third Place Finishes. Lets See what New Challenges Await Them in Race 2 The Final Race of The Day for Them.

 

CTCRC Poultec Classic Race Engines Pre 66 Touring Cars (Race 2 Results FINAL)

 

The Epic FINALE To The Pre 66 Touring Cars Race was A Race in Wet Conditions Making it even more Challenging for The Top Three Drivers. Who would Win and be able to Retain if not Take on thease Three Giants of Touring Car Racing in thease Conditions. Lets See How Things Concluded.

 

In First Place was (Barry Sime) in his Morris Mini Cooper S 1293 with a Best Lap Time of 1:11.482 and an Average Speed of 58.62mph. Amazing Work Barry to take Home a Superb Victory and a Brilliant Bit of Wet Weather Driving in The Mini Well Done.

 

In Second Place was (John Davies) in his Austin Mini Cooper S 1293 with a Best Lap Time of 1:11.416 and an Average Speed of 58.38mph. Amazing Work John Racing A Mini in thease Conditions is Very Tricky and Yet both You and Barry made it look Easy.

 

In Third Place was (James Ibbotson) in his Hillman Imp Super 998 with a Best Lap Time of 1:11.518 and an Average Speed of 58.12mph. Well Done James Sliding that Imp around in the Wet for a Magnificent Third Place was Well Deserved.

 

What A Race to End the Day for the Pre 66 Touring Cars and with So many Old and New Winners Lets Hope we Get to see More Races like This One Thought the Rest of the 2021 Season. A Big Congratulations to Barry John and James on their Respective Victories and Keep Trying Everyone Else The Hard Work will Pay off.

 

CTCRC Shell Oils Pre 83 Touring Cars (Race 1 FINAL)

 

Up Next The Pre 83 Touring Cars took to the Track for Their Only Race of The Day and from what We Have Seen Already This Race also looks like its going to be a Very Strong Battle for First Second and Third Place. Lets See who Came First and Took that All Important Victory.

 

In First Place was (Mark Lucock) in his Ford Escort MK1 RS2000 2040 with a Best Lap Time of 57.687 and an Average Speed of 74.53mph. Amazing work there Mark Pushing All the Power the RS2000 Engine Has and Keeping it on Track to Score an Amazing Victory.

 

In Second Place was (Stephen Primett) in his Ford Escort MK1 2037 with a Best Lap Time of 57.503 and an Average Speed of 74.52mph. Another Brilliant Drive from the Likes of Stephen Keep the Pace with Mark and Making for some Fierce Competition Thought the Race.

 

In Third Place was (Mike Luck in his BMW E21 320 1998 with a Best Lap Time of 57.236 and an Average Speed of 74.46mph. Super Driving there Mike to take Third Place and a Very Classic Looking BMW Indeed.

 

What A Race from the Pre 83 Touring Cars showcasing Speed Power and What a Touring Car was Made to do around a Race Track. A Big Congratulations to Mark Stephen and Mike on their First Second and Third Place Finishes. Keep Racing and Keep Having Fun Out There.

 

Junior Saloon Car Championship (Race 1 Result FINAL)

 

The Junior Saloon Car Championship was Up Next and Even Though the Age Range of thease Next Drivers Taking to the Circuit Might Shock you at The Fact that Many of them are as Young as 15 Years of age don't be Fooled Because thease Guys Know how to Race Having been brought up from Carting since the age of 4. They are always a Fan Favourite and After Qualifying on the Saturday its Anyone's Game as to Who Wins and Who Losses in Thease Races.

 

In First Place was (Ruben Hage) in his Citroen Saxo VTR 1600 with a Best Lap Time of 59.967 and an Average Speed of 65.65mph. Congratulations Ruben What A Drive and an Incredible Run for First Place Fending off the Other On Coming Drivers. Truly a Championship Winning Drive.

 

In Second Place was (Harvey Caton) in his Citroen Saxo VTR 1600 with a Best Lap Time of 59.629 and an Average Speed of 65.64mph. Very Well Driven there Harvey Staying very Close to Ruben in First Place and Keeping Him on His Toes Thought the Entire Race.

 

In Third Place was (Charlie Hand) in his Citroen Saxo VTR 1600 with a Lap Time of 1:00.006 and an Average Speed of 65.57mph. Solid Third Place there Charlie Keep Up the Momentum and Never Give Up Chasing Your Dreams.

 

What a Fantastic Race from the Junior Saloon Car Championship with New Winners on the Podium and Some Close Wheel to Wheel Action Thought the Race Thease Guys will be Fantastic To see in Future Racing Series All Over The World. Congratulations to Ruben Harvey and Charlie for First Second and Third Place and Good Luck to All Other Aspiring Young Drivers Following in the Footsteps of Your Greatest Racing Heroes.

 

Kumho BMW Championship (Race 1 Results)

 

Finally it was Time for the Last Two Races of the Day the Kumo BMW Championship. Featuring The Makes and Models of Many BMW'S taking to the Circuit for Race 1. After a Busy Day Qualifying on Saturday Lets See what Each Driver Cando in The Frist of Two Races for their Championship.

 

In First Place was (Niall Bradley) in his BMW E46 M3 with a Best Lap Time of 50.920 and an Average Speed of 83.60mph. Brilliant Driving There Niall Pushing the Power of the BMW Engine to Max and Putting the Pedal to the Metal the Whole Race. A Superb Victory.

 

In Second Place was (Michael Vitulli) in his BMW E36 M3 3200 with a Best Lap Time of 51.158 and an Average Speed of 83.45mph. Another Incredible Driver Pushing Hard and Taking Second Place. Well Done Michael.

 

In Third Place was (James Card) in his BMW E46 M3 3200 with a Best Lap Time of 51.154 and an Average Speed of 83.42mph. Very Well Done their James Keep Pushing.

 

Three Fantastic Drivers in Niall Michael and James all Fighting for that Victory and Showing The Racer Inside each and Everyone of them. Lets see what Their Final Race of the Day Brings Them.

  

Kumho BMW Championship (Race 2 Results FINAL)

 

In First Place was (Niall Bradley) in his BMW E46 M3 with a Best Lap Time of 53.581 and an Average Speed of 77.79mph. Another Well Deserved First Place Finish to Round of The Days Racing. Congratulations Niall Go and Celebrate with The Team In Style.

 

In Second Place was (Darren Morgan Owen) in his BMW E46 M3 3200 with a Best Lap Time of 53.200 and an Average Speed of 77.43mph. Super Drive There Darren for Second Place and a New Winner onto The Podium.

 

In Third Place was (Brad Sheean) in his BMW E46 M3 3200 with a Best Lap Time of 53.227 and an Average Speed of 77.13mph. Fantastic Drive there Brad and Some Incredible Car Control thought the Entire Race to Finish Third.

 

And That Concludes Racing for the Kumho BMW Championship with 4 Different Winners Across two Races and A lot of Really Fast Action you could not Have Asked for a better Finish to The End of The Days Racing. Massive Congratulations to Niall Darren and Brad and Good Luck to all Other Competing Drivers who are still Looking for that almighty Victory.

 

That Concludes Racing for The BARC Club Car Championships Weekend A Big Congratulations to All of the Drivers of Every Team and a Huge Thank You to Marshalls Far and Wide as Without Your Support Events like This and Champion Drivers May Never Get to Achieve Their Dreams.

 

See You All At The Next One!

             

Matthew Manci of Douglassville, Pa. tees off No. 5 (par 3, 182 yards) during U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Qualifying administered by GAP at Applebrook Golf Club (par 71, 6,703 yards).

U.S. Army Soldiers with Joint Force Headquarters, South Carolina National Guard, qualify with their M16A2 rifles at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, May 5, 2019. The Soldiers first zero their weapons and then move to a qualification range, where they face numerous scenarios in order to be successful. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Brian Calhoun, 108th Public Affairs Detachment)

David Kim of Dresher, Pa. and R.J. Wren of Morgantown, Pa. bump fists following their opening round during U.S. Amateur Qualifying administered by GAP at Applebrook Golf Club (par 70, 6,665 yards).

American Speedfest 8 Returned to Brands Hatch for another Fantastic American themed weekend Featuring the likes of Euro Nascar Legends and even Angelo American Formula 5000's Racing this weekender event was shaping up to be a good one.

 

The First Day was mostly focused on Qualifying with many of the Races taking Place on the Sunday. Each of the Teams was both busy in the outer Paddock and the Pitlane getting their cars ready for a shakedown session in which they would have to Qualify to see who could be the Fastest and take Pole Position for each of the Races come Sunday.

 

Angelo American Formula 5000

 

The Formula 5000's made a Thunderous return to the Brands Hatch circuit, Built during a time where many Formula 1 cars from the likes of Lotus Williams and McLaren we using Ground Effect and pushing up the speeds of their cars.

 

Formula 5000's took speeds to a whole new level by using V8 Engines to power their cars which were found to be even faster than those Formula 1 cars of that era on the straights of different race tracks. Chevron B37's and McRae GM1'S were amongst the field and Qualifying looked to be very close indeed.

 

In First Place taking Pole Position and The Fastest Lap was (Neil Glover) in his Chevron B37 with a Lap Time of 47.039 with an average speed of 92.44mph. An Insanely Fast Lap Time for Brands Hatches Indy Circuit.

 

In Second Place was (Mark Campfield) in his Chevron B24 with A Lap Time Of 47.694 and an Average Speed of 91.17mph still Impressively quick for Chevron Power.

 

In Third Place was (Greg Thornton) in his Chevron B24 with A Lap Time Of 47.775 with an Average Speed of 91.02mph showing the power of the Chevron Engine through every turn.

 

A Tightly Packed Grid for Sundays Race and it looks like its a Chevron Front Row lockout but who's car will have the power to Triumph over the others? only time will tell.

 

Bernie's Sports And V8's

 

Bernie's V8's were up next and showcased a lot of Impressive V8 Powered Machinery on the grid. Talbot Sunbeams, Austin Healey's and even MGB GT V8 powered Machinery hitting the Track during Qualifying. Lets see what V8 Power can do and which Drivers managed to tame the Beasts and make it into the top three.

 

In First Place Taking Pole Position and the Fastest Lap was the Duo of (Elis Mar/Elis Mat) in their Talbot Sunbeam Lotus with a Lap Time of 54.533 and an Average speed of 79.74mph. Fast and Furious Driving on display once again.

 

In Second Place was (James Plant) in his Austin Healey 106 with a Lap Time of 54.964 and an Average Speed of 79.11mph. Very Quick and Consistent Laps seen from James behind the wheel too.

 

In Third Place was the Duo of (Can/Wilson) in their Aston Martin V8 Vantage with a lap time of 55.397 and an Average speed of 78.49mph. Showing just how much power and Grunt that Aston has.

 

Another Fantastic set of V8 Powered Machines on Display showing the true power of the American Built V8'S and how they changed the game in terms of Racing and Road Going Cars. Who will win the Race on Sunday. Will have to wait and see.

 

Legends Cars Championship

 

Referred to as the Little Pocket Rockets these small Looking Cars may not loo like they have anything Special to offer but just wait until you see what these little Wolves in Sheep's clothing can do once out on the Track.

 

Using Motorbike Engines of 1200cc they Really do show on Track just how lightweight and fast they are and Slip Streaming is commonly a way of being able to Achieve a Faster Lap time by using the Driver in fronts Slip Stream to aid in the Aerodynamics of the Car and Reduce Drag. Lets see what Happened during Qualifying Heat 2

 

In First Place Taking Pole and Setting The Fastest Lap was (Chris Dewey) in his Legend with a Lap Time Of 56.700 with an Average Speed of 76.69mph. Crazy Fast for Something so small and yet very Agile in Control.

 

In Second Place was (Stephen Whitelegg) in his Legend 34 Ford Coupe with a Lap Time of 56.740 and an Average Speed of 76.64mph. First And Second look to be very close together Thanks to the aids in Slip Streaming down the Brabham Straight to gain positions or Fastest Laps.

 

In Third Place was (Miles Rudman) in his Legend 34 Coupe with a Lap Time Of 56.878. Very Close between the Top three and it just goes to show how Important Slip Streaming is to Gain an Advantage in this Qualifying Session.

 

Exciting Stuff Ahead of The

Legends Races on Sunday where One of the Drivers will Win the Race and Take the Victory, Who Will it be? Only Time Will Tell.

 

Nascar Whelen Euro Series-Pro

 

The Main Highlight Event of the Day and the Nascar's with their Thunderous Powered V8 Engines Roared onto the Indy Circuit and with Two Formation Laps Completed to Warm Up the Tyres every car was released to Start Qualifying. Lets See How the Grid Will Shape Up.

 

In First Place to Take Pole and The Fastest Lap was (Alon Day) in his Chevrolet Camaro Caal Racing with a Lap Time of 48.903 and an Average Speed of 88.92mph. I wonder if Marty McFly and Dock Brown were part of their Race Team to Achieve that Impressive Lap Time? Non the Less Amazing Work by Alon Day.

 

In Second Place was (Loris Hezemans) in his Ford Mustang Hedrik's Motorsport) with a Lap Time of 49.000 and an Average Speed of 88.74mph. Another Fast and Consistent Lap From Loris showing the Balance Between Driver and Car.

 

In Third Place was (Nicolo Rocca) in his Chevrolet Camaro DF1 Racing) with A Lap Time of 49.292 and an Average Speed of 88.22mph. All Three Drivers seem to be very close in terms of Lap Times and this will make for some Exciting Racing Come Race Day.

 

Close and Competitive Racing in Nascar-Pro but who will have the Power to Push even Harder and take Home The Victory come Race Day. We will have to wait and See.

 

EuroNascar-2

 

Euro Nascar-2 is A a series of Slightly Lower Tuned Nascar's that Features as a Way of Getting Drivers ready to head to the Big Time Nascar Racing that takes Place at Daytona and Indianapolis.

 

Drivers must First Prove themselves worthy by Starting out from the Bottom and Only The Best Drivers in the World can make it into Nascar's Top Level Racing Teams.

 

Lets See how the Grid Lines up and see who managed to Qualify the Fastest and take Pole Position.

 

In First Place and Taking Pole Position and The Fastest Lap was (Advait DeoDHar) in his Ford Mustang Caal Racing with A Lap Time Of 49.918 and An Average Speed of 87.11mph. A Really Well Controlled Lap and a very Focused Mind to Achieve such a Drive.

 

In Second Place was (Tobias Dauenhauer) in his Ford Mustang Hendriks Motorsport with a Lap Time Of 50.110 and an Average Speed Of 86.78mph. Really Well Done and a very Quick Driver and Car underneath Him.

 

In Third Place was (Justin Kunz ) in his Chevrolet Camaro DF1 Racing with A Lap Time Of 50.161. Very Fast and Consistent with the Top Three all Very Close and Ready to take on the Race and see who can Battle and Fight for a Victory.

 

An Exciting Qualifying Session for both Nascar-Pro and Euro Nascar-2 with Each set of Driver Showing the Speed Power and Machinery of the Great American State. Looking Forward To Seeing what Happens During The Race.

 

Pickup Trucks Championship

 

The Pickup Trucks Returned to Brands Hatch for Another High Speed Weekend of Flat Out Racing around the Indy Circuit. With Light Weight Chassis and Powerful Engines it was shaping up to be a very Large and Competitive Grid for Pickup Trucks.

 

In First Place Taking Pole Position and the Fastest Lap was (Reece Jones) in his Pick Up Truck 2000 with a Lap Time of 52.634 with an Average Speed of 82.61mph.

 

In Second Place was (George Turiccki) in his Pickup Truck 2000 with A Lap Time of 52.706mph and an average speed of 82.50mph.

 

In Third Place was (Mark Willis) in his Pickup Truck 2000 with A Lap Time of 52.976 and an Average Speed of 82.08mph.

 

Three Very Quick and Capable Drivers all Fighting for the Victory In Tomorrow's Race but who will be up to the challenge of Taking 1st Place and Winning. Only One Way To Find Out.

 

Speedfest Silhouettes

 

Formally Known as the Silhouettes the Super Silhouettes Brought with them some fast and impressive Space Frame Machinery to the track.

 

With Aero Packages and Light Weight Monacock Chassis these Monsters were going to be something Amazing to watch Race.

 

But First Lets See how Qualifying Shapes up.

 

In First Place Taking Pole and The Fastest Lap was (Ray Harris in his Ginetta G40r with a Lap Time of 50.564 and an Average speed of 86.00mph. Either Crazy or Insane I would Describe that Incredible Lap of Brands. Amazing Work.

 

In Second Place was (Malcom Blackman) in his Vauxhall Tigra with A Lap Time of 50.805 and an Average Speed of 85.59mph Another Crazy Quick and on the Edge Lap.

 

In Third Place was (Lewis Smith) in his Mercedes SLK with a Lap Time of 51.313 and an Average Speed of 84.74mph. Three Very Fast and Capable Drivers in this Qualifying Session.

 

Incredible Speed and Fast Reflex Driving From Each Driver out there. It will be Exciting to see who can bring home a Victory and push their Machinery past its Limits and into New Territory. Another Race I'm Looking Forward to Seeing.

 

A Brilliant End to the Days Qualifying and seeing all that Machinery out there was Fantastic. Congratulations to all of the Qualifiers who made the Top Three in Every Support Race. Looking Ford To Tomorrow and a Very Fierce Set Of Battles Thought the Day.

Pictures from the Qualifying Round of the spring 2018 session of MCHE 201: Introduction to Engineering Design.

 

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