Sublime late summer days usually end in cold, misty nights followed by dew layered mornings which is exactly what greeted visitors to the Duke of Richmond’s annual Goodwood Revival meeting, held at what was formerly known as RAF Westhampnett. But although the WWII airfield’s first distinguished incarnation as Goodwood circuit lasted 1948–1966, since the Revival opened in 1998 most visitors dress … [Read more...]
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Silverstone Classic widens appeal
Benefitting from moving its traditional early July date on the calendar to August Bank holiday weekend for the first time, the Silverstone Classic reaped the reward of holiday crowds by attracting record public attendance. In addition, this year’s edition of the popular Classic targeted a broader appeal to provide even more family entertainment than ever before yet still retaining motor racing … [Read more...]
Roll up, roll up, for Combe Carnival Day
Carnival Race Day at Castle Combe means the spectacular TCR UK circus is back in town, guaranteeing scintillating 350bp turbo tin-top action to delight spectators and marshals alike. Isaac Smith (VW Golf) heads the table into rounds 10 and 11, but just six points separate closest challengers Max Hart (Hyundai i30), BTCC race winner Chris Smiley and defending champion Lewis Kent (Hyundai … [Read more...]
BMW M Motorsport returns to FIA WEC series
BMW M Motorsport returns to the FIA World Endurance Championship and the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2024. One year after its debut season in the North American IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship in 2023, the new BMW M Hybrid V8 will also take on the top-class opposition in the Hypercars category in the official FIA World Endurance Championship. The year after next, BMW M Motorsport returns to … [Read more...]
Rallying’s gentleman was inspirational
The motorsport world was saddened to hear of the death of legendary rally and race driver Paddy Hopkirk, who passed away 21 July aged 89. Paddy first hit the headlines January 1964 when he and Henry Liddon won the glamorous Monte Carlo rally after starting in Minsk driving a red and white British Motor Corporation 1071 cc Mini Cooper S. Designated car #37, Paddy later made this number along with … [Read more...]
Ferraris racing at Anglesey this weekend
High-performance Ferrari racing visits Anglesey for the first time with Pirelli Ferrari Club Competizione, hosted by the Ferrari Owners’ Club of Great Britain at the wonderfully scenic circuit on 24 of July. It’s a celebration of all things Italian, with fast-paced racing from the Club’s Pirelli Ferrari formula classic featuring a range of race prepared production models from Ferrari’s … [Read more...]
$30M Ferrari icon damaged at Le Mans Classic
The charismatic one-of-one Ferrari ‘Breadvan’ became the most distinguished casualty of the 2022 Le Mans Classic – 30th June/3rd July – at the ultra-fast La Sarthe circuit, writes Ken Davies. The uniquely rebodied Ferrari 250 GT, conservatively valued at $30M, crashed backwards into the protective tyre wall on the Mulsanne straight during the race. No other car was involved, and the accident … [Read more...]
Hamilton & Moss honoured at British Grand Prix
Sir Lewis Hamilton has been presented with the Hawthorn Memorial Trophy for an 11th time, extending his record-breaking run in the history of the prestigious award. The Hawthorn Memorial Trophy is awarded annually by Motorsport UK to the most successful British or Commonwealth driver in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship. It was first presented by the Hawthorn family in memory of Mike … [Read more...]
Formula Student takes to the grid next weekend
With Covid restrictions lifted, spectators will be back in full force at Silverstone for Formula Student, which will take place at the famed circuit across the weekend of 9-10 July. For the first time in two years, more than 130 teams from over 30 countries will have the chance to showcase the results of their hard work in formal presentations and dynamic events at the home of British … [Read more...]
Ultimate air b&b for F1 fans on show this weekend
As the home of British motorsport prepares to welcome record crowds at this weekend’s Grand Prix, new pictures have been released of the luxury residences currently being built just yards from Silverstone’s hallowed tarmac. Escapade Silverstone is an £80m development of two, three and four-bedroom residences next to the racetrack’s most legendary series of corners - Copse, Maggots, Becketts and … [Read more...]
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