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August 2nd Ipswich World Final
On an evening when the weather could have gone either way,
it pleased the crowds, if not some of the drivers and turned
out a pleasant night. As usual with such a prestigious trophy
to race for tension was high and everyone determined that
this year was going to their year. It turned out to be Jonathan
Pooley (31) who after four years of chasing the coveted award
finally got to take it home. Many congratulations Jonathan
from all the club, a well deserved win. Very closely following
home in second was Cliff Bunn (23) with only yards between
first and second as they went over the line. In third place
was Steve Young (59) who is always well up in the points and
placings. Mid way through the race Neil Clarke (77) and Steve
Brattan (75) had a coming together. Unfortunately despite
Neils best efforts he was unable to repair the 'Barbie' car
and take part in any further racing. Steve came off better
with only panel damage, not able to get his car started again
immediately he was lapped before the engine finally fired
up. A few laps further on saw the retirement of Geoff Bunn
(28) after he spun out after clipping the curb hitting the
fence breaking part of his wheel hub which meant the end of
Geoff's racing weekend. The only other retiree of the race
was Gary Bonner (27) with an engine that was overheating.
The club was very pleased to welcome Klaus Kilianski (93)
from Germany, whose trip proved worthwhile with him claiming
fourth place in the World final. Also making the journey over
the water was Richie Scheepens who is new to driving Grand
Prix Midgets although not the midget formula with his dad
Toni having driven a midget for a large number of years and
is a strong driving force in their support in Holland.
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