HIGH-PERFORMANCE GT racing returned to the region this weekend in celebration of all things Italian.
Croft Circuit, near Darlington, welcomed back motor-racing fans for the first time this year with the inaugural Pirelli Ferrari Club Competizione event.
The racing spectacle, hosted by the Ferrari Owners’ Club of Great Britain, saw fast-paced racing from the club’s two racing championships, the Pirelli Ferrari formula classic and the Ferrari Club Racing Series.
Club competitions were supported by action from the Alfa Romeo Championship, and the Northern Saloon and Sportscar Championship.
Not all of the track time was for the racers though, with club members driving the road cars on-track.
Tracey Morley, circuit manager said: "We are delighted to welcome Ferrari to Croft Circuit for the return of GT racing. It’s just great to have Croft open once more for people to enjoy the thrill of racing in a family friendly environment. This weekend has certainly put Croft back on the map with this the inaugural Ferrari Competizione competition.”
The event saw parade laps and static displays, Pirelli Ferrari Formula Classic cars ranging from the 1970s to 1990s and challenge cars from the 2000s to current day.
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