This past Bank Holiday weekend at Snetterton, the 750 Motor Club hosted an extraordinary Roadsports event that captivated racing enthusiasts. A record-breaking 64-car entry forced organisers to split the championship's fifth round into two thrilling 45-minute races. The massive turnout ensured a day filled with intense competition, strategic pit stops, and unexpected twists across multiple classes, ultimately crowning several new champions.
Snetterton Roadsports: A Day of High-Octane Drama and Champion Triumphs
On September 1, 2026, at the Snetterton circuit in Norfolk, racing fans witnessed a spectacular display of motorsport prowess. The sheer volume of participants in the Roadsports championship led to an unprecedented two-race format for the fifth round.
In the Class B showdown, Jonathan Packer, piloting his Volkswagen Golf, engaged in a gripping, race-long duel with Chris Freeman, also in a Golf. The lead exchanged hands multiple times, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats until Freeman's car unexpectedly faltered with just two laps remaining, forcing him into the pits. This turn of events elevated Jon Munday, driving a supercharged Honda Civic, to a second-place finish, securing Packer's hard-fought victory.
The Class A race saw Scott Parkin dominate after a perfectly executed shorter pitstop in his Audi TT. This strategic move propelled him ahead of Luke Woodhouse's Golf, which incurred a 20-second longer pitlane penalty due to his previous win at Anglesey. Elsewhere, Matt Creed secured his third Class C win of the season in his Renault Clio, further extending his championship lead. Paul Hinson and Adam Read combined their efforts to claim victory in Class D, driving Read's BMW Compact.
The Classic Stock Hatch series crowned Edward Cooper as its eighth different winner of the year. Starting from fourth on the grid, Cooper skillfully surged to the front in his Vauxhall Nova during the opening race. Championship leader Jake Wood, also in a Nova, claimed victory in the second heat, while his father and title rival, Jason Wood, retired from the race.
The Sport Specials division delivered three tightly contested races, each yielding a different winner. Martin Gambling in an Eclipse SM1 initially led the opener. John Cutmore then clinched a last-lap victory in the second race, marking a historic first motorcycle-powered win for the championship with his MK Cup 200. Anton Landon secured the third encounter in his Cyana Mk2. Marcus Crook, with a pair of Class B wins in his Fisher Fury, was crowned champion.
In the 750 Formula races, David Reid showcased his skill by winning both events in the HRD designed by David Hodkin, each time overtaking his rival Bill Cowley in his Cowley Mk4. Ian Elliott dominated the Historic 750 Formula division in a Jomo, and Mike Pickup's Austin 7 Ulster Rep won the Handicap race.
The Club Enduro race saw Wayne Lawson and three-time British Touring Car podium finisher James Pickford claim their maiden victory in an Audi RS3. Lawson's strong initial stint, aided by a safety car period, combined with Pickford's lap-record pace, allowed them to bypass former champions Rob Baker and Scott Parkin in their Golf during the pit sequence. Parkin's team had to serve a success penalty for their Oulton Park victory.
Chris Lawrence secured two Clio Sport victories, passing Darren Ransom in the first two races at Riches. Ransom managed to hold off Lawrence in the final bout. Paul Cook narrowly missed a double BMW Car Club victory due to a false start penalty in the opening race, which gifted Paul Bailey his first win since 1998 in an E46 M3. Cook then dominated race two, while Steven Schweikhardt limped to second place with an empty fuel tank in his E46 M3.
Dan Clowes successfully defended his Sports 1000 title with two commanding victories in his Mittell. Eddie Mawer was on the brink of sealing the Ma7da Championship a round early after his ninth win of the season but was forced to retire on lap two of the second race. Lucas Batt ultimately secured a narrow victory in race two over Ben Abbitt.
This event underscores the vibrant and competitive nature of club-level motorsport. The sheer number of participants and the thrilling contests across all categories demonstrate the enduring passion for racing. It highlights the dedication of drivers, the strategic brilliance of teams, and the excitement that every race weekend brings to circuits like Snetterton. Such events are the backbone of motorsport, nurturing talent and providing pure, unadulterated racing action for enthusiasts and participants alike.
