Rising Stars Dominate Ryan Insurance Autosport National Rankings
The latest update to the Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings reveals a significant shake-up at the top, as three formidable drivers have surged forward by achieving double-digit victories this season. Their consistent exceptional performances are truly reshaping the competitive landscape.
Dominant Performances Propel Drivers Up the Rankings
In a thrilling display of skill and determination, Matthew Highcock's phenomenal run in the 750 Motor Club's BMW 116 Sprint Trophy & 120 Coupe Cup series continued its powerful trajectory at Silverstone, securing yet another triumph. This latest success has catapulted him from ninth to an impressive fourth position in the esteemed Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings.
Meanwhile, the dynamic Tyler Read delivered a spectacular double victory in the Legends series at Oulton Park. His commanding performance has seen him ascend from sixteenth to sixth place, marking him as a rapidly rising force to be reckoned with. Not to be outdone, Jonathan Moore demonstrated his unparalleled mastery in the Clubsport class of the Porsche Sprint Challenge GB, achieving a remarkable hat-trick of wins at Knockhill. Moore's exceptional weekend has propelled him an astounding thirty-three positions forward, securing his spot at eleventh in the rankings. Each of these three exceptional drivers now boasts a remarkable ten wins, showcasing their consistent dominance across various racing disciplines.
While these three have made significant strides, they still find themselves trailing the long-standing table-topper, Ali Bray, who maintains a seven-win lead, and George Line, who is three victories ahead. Simon Allaway stands as the sole other competitor to have surpassed the ten-win mark, currently with eleven triumphs to his name. Highcock briefly reached third in the rankings with a second on-track victory at Silverstone, which would have put him level with Allaway based on average grid size. However, his subsequent disqualification from that race due to an underweight car meant he remained at ten wins.
Read's recent form has been particularly strong. Historically, a Legends driver often occupies a high position in the rankings, but the 2025 season initially saw wins distributed among various contenders. His recent successes at Oulton Park, following four victories at Croft just two weeks prior, clearly indicate his growing influence in the standings. Moore's rapid ascent is notable, especially considering the Porsche Sprint Challenge's later start to the season, with Knockhill marking only its fifth round. Despite this, he has dominated his class, securing wins in ten out of twelve races, with six more events remaining on the calendar.
Beyond this leading trio, other drivers have also made commendable progress within the top fifty. Shane Stoney achieved two victories in the Radical Club Challenge at Silverstone, climbing eighteen places to thirteenth. Similarly, TCR UK standout Adam Shepherd, showcasing his Honda Integra intermittently this year, secured a CMMC Super Saloons & Tin Tops win at Brands Hatch, moving up fourteen positions to nineteenth. Peter Keen, like Highcock, has enjoyed a strong year in the 116 Sprint Trophy & 120 Coupe Cup. Although narrowly missing out on two class victories at Silverstone, his win in the 116 Trophy enduro series, alongside his brother and British GT luminary Phil Keen, has elevated him seventeen places to twenty-fourth.
This season has been a testament to the relentless pursuit of excellence in national motorsport. The impressive climbs of Highcock, Read, and Moore, alongside other notable advancements, underscore the vibrant competition and the sheer dedication of these drivers. Each race weekend continues to bring new narratives of triumph and challenge, captivating enthusiasts with every turn of the wheel.