Brilliant Weekend For Airwaves BMW
Steven Kane and Mat Jackson lead their Airwaves BMW team to an excellent 1-2 in the final race of the day as the leads the championship after the first round of the season.
Oliver Collins, the Airwaves BMW Team Manager said, “The perfect result at the end of the day to repay all the hard work that goes on behind the scenes from everybody. Leaving Thruxton leader of the team’s championship was beyond our initial expectations. We really kicked up a gear and showed the competition what we can achieve.”
Kane took his first win of his BTCC career but after the problems the car had during the first race it was an even more remarkable achievement by not just only Steven but the team aswell. “After the first race and the drive-shaft issue I wasn’t sure today would be my day, but during the second race the car felt great and I made up a great deal of places. In the last race I was starting in second, and I felt confident I could do well, but, I pushed so hard chasing and trying to pass Collard my tyres were gone. Once he went out I knew I could do it, but Mat was on my tail and it was tough.”
“The team have been amazing and I want to thank them. I kicked up a gear and my first win in the BTCC means the world.”
Mat Jackson marked his move to Airwaves BMW with a stellar weekend performance finishing in the points in all three races and taking two podium finishes in the process. “this is great for the team and great for me, I’m delighted. The car is fast, very fast and very well sorted. It gives you confidence and allowed me to push for the two podiums today. A one-two win for the team, on the first day of the season is beyond anyone’s expectations, but I’m not complaining. The hard work paid off and believe me there’s more to come.”
Dave Bartrum spoke about his confidence going into Thruxton and it certainly paid off as the team gave a good solid performance.
Photo Credit: Pete Mainey
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