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.

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.

🏁 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.

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.

To find out more, visit Classic Car Insurance from your local insurance broker | Howden Insurance

🔥 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…

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
To find out more email joinus@mgcup.com

Our varied grid provides a highly competitive, regulated, close racing with high driving standards.

• Class A: Road vehicles with minor modifications, equipped with Toyo R888R tyres
• Class B: Modified vehicles on Toyo R888R tyres
• Class C: Race cars fitted with Toyo R888R tyres
• Class D: Race cars using slick tyres
• Invitation: Vehicles outside of standard regulations, but embodying the spirit of the Equipe MG Cup

2026 MG Cup Event Schedule

• April 4th – Silverstone International: 20-minute qualifying session and two 20-minute races
• May 2nd – Silverstone Grand Prix: 20-minute qualifying and a 40-minute pit stop race (rolling start, one or two drivers)
• June 6th & 7th – Snetterton 300: Two 20-minute qualifying sessions and two 20-minute races
• July 4th – Donington Park National: 20-minute qualifying session and two 20-minute races
• August 1st – Cadwell Park: 20-minute qualifying session and two 20-minute races
• September 5th & 6th – Brands Hatch Indy: Two 20-minute qualifying sessions and two 20-minute races
• October 3rd – Supersprint 2026: The award-winning race format, not to be missed

All events include full hospitality; each driver receives two lunch tickets, with complimentary tea, coffee, and soft drinks available throughout the day. Experience club racing as it should be, the Equipe way.

Equipe MG Cup

Our grid’s diversity is what makes the Equipe MG Cup so special. With fair regulations and a commitment to clean, competitive racing, we welcome drivers across a wide range of machinery:

• 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 Class – For cars outside our regulations but aligned with the spirit of the Equipe MG Cup

If you’d like to get involved or learn more, drop us a message at peter@equipeclassicracing.com

What are your objectives for the upcoming year? Our varied grid provides a highly competitive, regulated, close racing with high driving standards.

• Class A: Road vehicles with minor modifications, equipped with Toyo R888R tyres
• Class B: Modified vehicles on Toyo R888R tyres
• Class C: Race cars fitted with Toyo R888R tyres
• Class D: Race cars using slick tyres
• Invitation: Vehicles outside of standard regulations, but embodying the spirit of the Equipe MG Cup

2026 MG Cup Event Schedule

• April 4th – Silverstone International: 20-minute qualifying session and two 20-minute races
• May 2nd – Silverstone Grand Prix: 20-minute qualifying and a 40-minute pit stop race (rolling start, one or two drivers)
• June 6th & 7th – Snetterton 300: Two 20-minute qualifying sessions and two 20-minute races
• July 4th – Donington Park National: 20-minute qualifying session and two 20-minute races
• August 1st – Cadwell Park: 20-minute qualifying session and two 20-minute races
• September 5th & 6th – Brands Hatch Indy: Two 20-minute qualifying sessions and two 20-minute races
• October 3rd – Supersprint 2026: The award-winning race format, not to be missed

All events include full hospitality; each driver receives two lunch tickets, with complimentary tea, coffee, and soft drinks available throughout the day. Experience club racing as it should be, the Equipe way.