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CLASS WINNERS SNETTERTON
Snetterton Results for the Equipe MG Cup
17 Cars qualified for the meeting
Race 1 Saturday
1st in class Rob Cull MGZR160
2nd in class Simon Harding MGZR160
3rd in class Andrew Butcher MGZR160
Class B
1st in class James Moreton MGZS180
2nd in class Joshua Dacres MGZR170
3rd in class Andy Heitman MGZR170
Class C
1st in class Peter Burchill MGZS180
2nd in class Anthony George Rover Tomcat
3rd in class Alex Flecther MGZS180
Class D
1st in class Peter Bramble MGB Roadster
Race 2 Saturday
Class A
1st in class Rob Cull MGZR160
2nd in class Simon Harding MGZR160
3rd in class Andrew Butcher MGZR160
Class B
1st in class James Moreton MGZS180
2nd in class Nick Ashman MGZR170
3rd in class Joshua Dacres MGZR170
Class C
1st in class Peter Burchill MGZS180
2nd in class Alex Flecther MGZS180
Class D
1st in class Peter Bramble MGB Roadster
ANOTHER SENSATIONAL SNETTERTON
The Equipe MG Cup runners seemed to catch the worst of the weather in both their Saturday races, but as ever put on a great show. Ian Boulton led the field away in race one with Nick Ashman initially second, but Boulton was out of the race early on and a heavy rain shower two laps in shook up the order.
Ashman led for two laps in his ZR170 but James Moreton was closing in with his ZS180 and the similar car of Peter Burchill was up to third. Moreton moved ahead on lap four with Ashman retiring, while behind two drivers on the move in the tricky conditions were Joshua Dacres and Rob Cull, these two battling over second on the final lap, Cull just taking the position behind Moreton, Dacres third in his ZR170 and Burchill fourth.
“I wasn’t sure we were on the right tyres, then it rained and the wets were the right choice,” said Moreton. “They were closing in at the end as the track was drying, I was just trying to make no mistakes and bring it home.”
It was just as wet for race two, and while initially getting wheelspin off the line in his ZR160 a great move round the outside at Riches saw Cull go from fourth to the lead. As Cull eased away at the front, there was a great battle for second between Moreton and Dacres, while charging up the order from the back of the grid was Ashman, who gained seven places on the opening lap.
Cull was away and clear to take a rare Equipe MG Cup win for a class A car, Moreton just getting away from Dacres to finish second. Ashman continued his charge in the tricky conditions, quickest car on the track in the final laps and reeling in Dacres right at the end to take a fine third place finish.
“The wheels just spun at the start, I had to back off and go again,” said Cull. “I just went round the outside and it felt like the car was on rails! It was really great, the wet weather tyres were working so well and I got into a really focussed rhythm and it just worked.”
It was just as wet for race two, and while initially getting wheelspin off the line in his ZR160 a great move round the outside at Riches saw Cull go from fourth to the lead. As Cull eased away at the front, there was a great battle for second between Moreton and Dacres, while charging up the order from the back of the grid was Ashman, who gained seven places on the opening lap.
Cull was away and clear to take a rare Equipe MG Cup win for a class A car, Moreton just getting away from Dacres to finish second. Ashman continued his charge in the tricky conditions, quickest car on the track in the final laps and reeling in Dacres right at the end to take a fine third place finish.
“The wheels just spun at the start, I had to back off and go again,” said Cull. “I just went round the outside and it felt like the car was on rails! It was really great, the wet weather tyres were working so well and I got into a really focused rhythm and it just worked.”
NEXT STOP SNETTERTON 300 JUNE 6TH
Close racing, huge variety and genuine club motorsport spirit continue to make the Equipe MG Cup one of the most exciting series in the paddock.
Snetterton’s long straights and technical infield always produce brilliant battles.
Who’s your pick for the weekend?
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RACE REPORT SILVERSTONE GP
The invitation class MG Midget of Ian Staines led the MG field at the end of lap one with Mark Wright’s MGF Cup in second, while charging through from the back after a troubled qualifying was the ZR190 of rapid pairing Stuart Emmett and Dan Ludlow, who gained 11 places on lap one. Wright was challenging hard, the pair side-by-side down the pit straight heading into lap five, Wright going past only to lose out later in the lap, while the great start of the Emmett and Ludlow ZR was all for naught as the car retired after two laps.
A brief safety car period on lap five closed the field right up, Wright pitting and retiring, and once racing resumed Staines was in at the end of his ninth lap, coming out ahead with Alex Fletcher now second in his ZS. A superb drive in the ‘arrive and drive’ class A car saw Oliver Kerr running third from Gary Cook’s ZR170.
Staines stayed clear to take the win, Fletcher second but in turn well clear of Kerr and Cook, the lead four all taking class wins.
“I was having fun with Mark Wright’s MGF, but after the safety car I was on my own,” said Staines.
3 NOVICES GO RACING SILVERSTONE GRAND PRIX 2 MAY
Thank you to everyone who joined us at Silverstone for the GP circuit race on 2 May. The racing was excellent throughout the field, and I hope you all enjoyed the day as much as we did.
A special congratulations goes to our three novice drivers who chose this event for their very first race with the Equipe MG Cup. Simon Harding, William Hales, and Adam Hinchliffe all completed the full 40‑minute race a fantastic achievement and something they should be very proud of.
I hope the camaraderie between competitors, the paddock atmosphere, and the hospitality made them — and all of you feel welcome. After all, it’s the drivers who make the MG Cup what it is.
Thank you again for your support and for helping to create such a positive, competitive, and enjoyable meeting.
Race report to follow.
RACE REPORT SILVERSTONE 4/4/26
Stunning Season Start for Equipe Classic Racing at Silverstone. The large Equipe MG Cup field started the day’s, and the season’s, race action and it was Rhys Higginbotham on pole in his newly built up ZR190 but a slow getaway saw him just sixth at the end of the opening lap, the MGF Cup of Mark Wright leading from Peter Bramble’s fast starting MGB. Higginbotham was on a charge though, up to third after two laps with a gap to close to the lead pair.
He passed Bramble on lap four and two laps later was with Wright, and in the lead by lap seven. Higginbotham stayed clear to take the win and class D, Wight in second and Bramble rounding out the podium. Ales Fletcher was fourth and first in class C, having battled class B pace setter Dan Ludlow in the middle part of the race. Archie Styant claimed class A in his newly restored Rover 216 GTi, James Brown second in class.
“I was caught out at the start as only one red light came on then went out!” said Higginbotham. “I was still sat here as everyone else set off, good to get back through, this is a new car so still working on the set-up.”
In race two on Saturday afternoon again Higginbotham was slow away, Wright once more taking the early lead but Higginbotham moved ahead into Stowe on lap four and started to pen a gap. A slow lap from Higginbotham with three to go saw Wright move closer, but the leader held on to start his season with two wins.
Stuart Tranter took third in his Rover 220 Tomcat after a battle with Bramble and Fletcher, the three finishing in that order. Ludlow claimed his second class B win of the day with sixth overall while in class A this time round Brown got the better of Styant.
“Lots of wheelspin off the line,” explained Higginbotham. “I settled down a bit in the middle of the race but maybe a bit too much as I could see Mark’s MGF coming back at me!”
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SILVERSTONE INTERNATIONAL
🏁 Silverstone International – Race Day Results Recap
A brilliant day of racing for the MG Cup community at Silverstone International. Competitive grids, tight battles, and standout drives across every class made it a memorable event.
Race 1 – Class Results
Standard Class A
- 1st – Archie Styant – Rover 216 GTi
- 2nd – James Brown – MGF VVC
- 3rd – Greame Williams – MGZR160
Modified Class B
- 1st – Dan Ludlow – MGZR170
- 2nd – Gav Mills – MGZR170
- 3rd – John Donnelly – MGZR170
Race Class C
- 1st – Alex Fletcher – MGZS180
- 2nd – Robert Holley – MGZS180
- 3rd – Peter Burchill – MGZS180
Slicks Class D
- 1st – Rhys Higginbotham – MGZR190
- 2nd – Mark Wright – MGF Cup
- 3rd – Peter Bramble – MGB
Invitation Class I
- 1st – Stuart Tranter – Rover Tomcat Turbo
Race 2 – Class Results
Standard Class A
- 1st – James Brown – MGF VVC
- 2nd – Archie Styant – Rover 216 GTi
- 3rd – Greame Williams – MGZR160
Modified Class B
- 1st – Dan Ludlow – MGZR170
- 2nd – James Moreton – MGZS180
- 3rd – Nick Ashman – MGZR170
Race Class C
- 1st – Alex Fletcher – MGZS180
- 2nd – Phil Walker – MGZR190
- 3rd – Peter Burchill – MGZS180
Slicks Class D
- 1st – Rhys Higginbotham – MGZR190
- 2nd – Mark Wright – MGF Cup
- 3rd – Peter Bramble – MGB
Invitation Class I
- 1st – Stuart Tranter – Rover Tomcat Turbo
The season has kicked off with a fantastic start, and thanks to all the drivers who make the Cup what it is.
RACE WEEK – 3 SLEEPS TO GO…
We can’t wait to get back on track for the start of the 2026 season. We’d like to thank Howden for their ongoing support of Equipe and the MG Cup.
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ENTRIES FOR SILVERSTONE INTERNATIONAL 4TH APRIL 2026
🔥 MG Cup – Silverstone International 26 drivers. One iconic circuit. The 2026 season bursts into life with a grid packed full of returning favourites, upgraded machinery, and a wave of new talent eager to make their mark. Both novice and experienced drivers will be getting their first taste of the Equipe Classic Racing paddock this year, and they’re in for something special.
💥 Class D on slicks is shaping up to be the showdown of the weekend — MGB vs Rover Tomcat vs MGF Cup vs MG ZR190. Four very different machines, four very different philosophies, all fighting for the same piece of tarmac. It’s going to be unmissable.
The atmosphere is building, the cars are prepped, and the season is ready to roar into action.
See you trackside…
CLASS C REGISTERED
Terry returns but to class C this year, it should be fun….
Our grid’s diversity ensures competitive racing under fair regulations and clean racing.
• Class A: Road-going cars with minimal modifications on Toyo R888R
• Class B: Modified class on Toyo R888R
• Class C: Race class on Toyo R888R
• Class D: Race class on Slicks
• Invitation: Cars outside our regulations but aligned with Equipe MG Cup’s spirit
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