Seventeen-year-old racing prodigy Leyton Clarke shares his exhilarating journey through the 2009 racing season. With three years of experience and two championship titles under his belt, Leyton is set to take on new challenges and aims for another victorious year. Dive into his world of high-speed thrills, technical prowess, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.
Hello, racing enthusiasts! My name is Leyton Clarke. If you're passionate about saloon car racing, you might have heard of me. For those who haven't, let me introduce myself. I'm a 17-year-old racer with three years of experience and two championship titles to my name.
I began my racing career in karting at the age of 10. Karting taught me the fundamentals of controlling a vehicle at high speeds. By the time I was 13, I had my first taste of racetrack action in a Manthey Racing Porsche 911 GT3 at Donington Park. The experience was electrifying, and I was instantly hooked.
In 2006, I entered my first championship, the SAXMAX series, which is a touring car series for 14- to 17-year-olds. My debut year saw me finishing seventh, but I clinched the title in 2007.
Following my success in SAXMAX, I moved up to the Dunlop Sport Maxx Championship in 2008, driving a Thorney Vauxhall Corsa Turbo. I secured the championship title that year as well.
For the 2009 season, I will be driving a 300bhp Astra VXR for Thorney Motorsport. With a bit of luck, I hope to make it three championship wins in a row.
Thanks to the support I've received, I've achieved significant milestones in my career. One of the highlights is gaining BRDC Rising Star status, which I'm incredibly proud of.
As the Nürburgring Nordschleife 24-hour race approaches, excitement and anticipation are at an all-time high. My friend and driving legend, Tim Schrick, is preparing his reengineered Aston Martin V8 Vantage for the race. Despite the tight timeline, Tim remains confident that the car will be ready, even if his first drive is during qualifying.
Tim's Aston Martin V8 Vantage is a masterpiece of engineering. The car features a high-revving, 3-litre V8 engine and an innovative DJ Motorsport sequential transmission, handcrafted by engineering genius Dave Plant. The project is a testament to the dedication and skill required to compete at the highest levels of motorsport.
The journey to the Nürburgring Nordschleife 24-hour race is filled with challenges and excitement. As we prepare for the race, the support and encouragement from fans and fellow racers keep us motivated. Stay tuned for more updates as we take on this incredible adventure.
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