Went to the DTM meeting the other week at Brands Hatch and really enjoyed it. Deciding whether to go to the British Touring Car Championship weekend after next. Looks like it could fun I really like Brands Hatch as a circuit, the camping is right next door and the circuit itself is quite attractive with fabulous visibility. In July I went to the World Touring Cars there and had a great time. On both occasions I was lucky with the weather. That's the only thing that's putting me off, nothing bleaker than a racing circuit in the driving rain.
Just got back from the weekend and must say it was great, the weather was fine but very cold at night. Especially if you don't bring and warm clothing, I only had shorts and no warm jacket or fleece so had a few early nights as it was the only way to keep warm. There was a group of lads next door to me who were having a party, they were completely hammered and decided to light a bonfire right next to their tent. They were making a bit of a racket but they were good humoured fools so it didn't bother me and the bonfire was a good enough distance from me so even if they did manage to set themselves on fire, I was OK. Anyway after the French GP it was quiet the German & French boys really make a noise.
Glad to see the signs saying no bonfires and no barbeques were being ignored by all.
The racing was excellent with Fabrizio Giovanardi being crowned champion of the series, despite a very unfortunate series of results. The day belongs to the BMWs with Motorbase/BMW doing especially well but also strong were Team RAC BMWs and the BMW Dealer Team UK doing well. In direct contrast to Giovanardi, Matt Neal had a good day with a strong 2nd in race 2.
All in all a great weekend I would challenge anyone to come up with a better weekend’s action for such a modest fee. BTCC really put on a great show.