Hachioji – 8th and final round of the TWF1 Autumn 2010 season. With both Drivers and Team Championships still on the line, the event promised to be an exciting one. The Hachioji would prove to be as challenging as it looked, it’s undulating terrain coupled with high speed areas made for a good mix for all cars. The weekend would also start and end on a somewhat controversial note, but in the end it had no bearing on either Championship.
With Drivers Championship points leader Rouke vd Hoek noticably abscent from the race, Lotus 79 driver Nigel Metcalf took control of the weekend, snatching up both the race pole and his first TWF1 victory. But at race end, neither Nigel Metcalf or points chaser John Wallace’s efforts would be enough to notch down Rouke vd Hoek from the title. His second TWF1 Championship in a row, vd Hoek clearly adds his name to the Legends Honor Roll as a repeat Champion. John Wallace and Bret Metcalf would finish tied in second while early points leader Grant Riddall and Paul Langford finish tied in third.
In the Team Championship, GP Racing drivers Grant Riddall and Paul Langford would score enough points at the Hachioji event to claim this seasons crown, with Equipe BOUS drivers John Wallace and Ralph Maiph taking second place and F.A.S.T drivers Bret Metcalf and Larry Thomas finished third.
A hardy congratulations to all of this season’s Champions and an added congratulations to all TWF1 drivers for yet another outstanding season. We look forward to seeing you all again in the Spring for another great season of GP79 racing!