Team BRIT, an all-disabled racing team, is taking its drivers to the virtual track in efforts to keeping them race fit throughout the Covid-19 pandemic.

The team, which aims to be the first British all-disabled team to race in the Le Mans 24 hour, also supports people with physical and psychological challenges in accessing motorsport through its Racing Academy.

The team was set to compete in the Britcar Championship this year, fielding rookies and experienced drivers in the Trophy and Endurance categories. Since the escalation of the COVID-19 pandemic, Motorsport UK has cancelled all races until social distancing regulations are removed.

 

Now, to keep drivers engaged and race ready, the team is hosting an 8-week e-racing series. The first race took place on Friday 3rd April to test systems and to allow drivers to practice. After a successful race, the team is encouraging other budding racing drivers and motorsport fans to get involved.

In round 1, Team BRIT driver Bobby Trundley put in an impressive performance, battling for pole throughout the race against former Le Mans winner and FIA WEC World Champion, Martin Plowman.

The rest of the series will see British GT drivers Alex Toth-Jones and Sean Cooper, along with Britcar drivers and crew line up alongside Team BRIT’s drivers, crew and coaches.

 

Team BRIT Founder Dave Player said, “We’re all having to adapt in these extremely challenging times, so we were really keen to make sure our drivers can keep racing in some way or other.

“Eracing is seen as the training ground for many professional racers now, and we’ve been exploring this area through eTeam BRIT for some time, so it made sense for us to take our drivers to the online track to keep them engaged, competitive and ready for the start of the season later this year.

“After a brilliant first race, which let us test the platform and our systems, we’re keen to welcome other drivers to come and race against our team. Get involved and let’s get racing back on the agenda from the safety of our homes.”

The races will be held through the Assetto Corsa Competizione eracing series, at a number of iconic race circuits.

Anyone wishing to take part will need a PC, steering wheel and pedal set / hand controls and will need to purchase the Assetto Corsa Competizione game which is available here.

Team Brit Dave Player

CEO & Founder

Dave Founded KartForce in 2010, following years of experience in disability sport. In 2015 he formed Team BRIT, giving KartForce drivers the opportunity to step up to competitive racing against able-bodied drivers. Dave served as a Royal Engineer in the Army from 1983 – 1988. He then joined the family real estate business in the Algarve where he suffered a spinal injury in 1991. After rehabilitation he set up his own businesses, all connected to sport, tourism and property. These included managing international sporting events at European & Paralympic levels. He returned to the UK and wanted to work with injured troops. Having experience in re-shaping and creating a new life in a wheelchair from the age of 23, he offers his knowledge & guidance to others in similar circumstances. Dave designed a set of hand controls that could fit any kart, allowing drivers with a wide variety of disabilities to compete on a level playing field with able-bodied drivers. This was the start of KartForce. He has now gone on to develop world-leading hand controls putting Team BRIT at the pinnacle of disability motorsport technology. To contact Dave email info@teambrit.co.uk or call 01635 770601.

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