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31st July
The largest entry of 2011 – thirty-eight cars, gathered at Knockhill for rounds nine and ten.
Competitors were split into two groups : classes A&B and classes C&D.
John Marshall (Ford Escort) maintained his 100% run of Class B wins, coming first in both Class A&B
races. His brother, Robert, came second on both occasions, heading Derek Hastings (Caterham 7)
in race one and Jimmy Crow (Ford Escort) in race two.
Nic Boyes (Mini Cooper) was leading Class A driver on both occasions.
Harry Simpson (Davrian) had been the leading Class A driver in practice, but suffered engine failure
during race one. His exit resulted in an oil spillage which caused difficulty for many , particularly
Jim Grant (Lotus Elan) , who narrowly avoided damage when he slewed off the track.
The races for Classes C&D resulted in the expected victories for Andrew Smith (Morgan + 8).
Stan Bernard (Porsche 911) came second each time, with Raymond Boyd (Porsche 911) third in race one
and Shonny Paterson (Triumph TR8) third in the second race.
Paterson had a spin in race one and was struck by Matthew Gordon (TVR3000M).
Further down the field, close battles prevailed, particularly between Mike Connon (Lotus Sunbeam)
David Gray (TVR Tuscan) and Steven Cumming (Porsche 911).
A thirty lap non-championship race at the end of the day attracted fifteen entrants.
Sadly, only seven cars finished, headed by John and Robert Marshall. Second place went to Jimmy Crow and Tom Wilson, with Grant Allan driving solo to third position.
The action continues at Knockhill on 14th August.
Gallery :
Warren Dunbar – Jaguar XJS pursues Willy Toye – Triumph TR8
Nic Boyes – Mini Cooper
Roy Smith – Capri Perana
Mike Connon – Lotus Sunbeam
Kenny Allen – Lotus Elan
Olly Ross – Lotus Europa
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