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We are very much looking forward to seeing our competitors and friends at some of the best circuits for our cars in 2025, namely at Cadwell Park , Zandvoort , Brands Hatch , Spa-Francorchamps and Magny-Cours . In addition, we are pleased to announce that our Spa Online Entry System is now open!

Maurice Slotine

He had a heart of gold, was always up for some fun and last raced with us just four weeks ago in Dijon - we are deeply shocked to learn of the death of our dear friend Maurice Slotine and our thoughts are with his wife Claudine and their family. Maurice raced his Merlyn for over 35 years, was the first Historic F3 1000cc European Trophy champion and has been a core supporter ever since. Cher M. Cailloux, nous t'embrassons très fort - tu nous manques énormément !

Spa Six Hours 2025!

We are thrilled to announce the dates for our standalone Historic F3 double-header at legendary Spa-Francorchamps! We will be racing at the Spa Six Hours event, which will take place on September 25-27, 2025. We intend to open our entry system early next year and all campaign contributors which opted for the discounted entry fee will be guaranteed a place on the grid. Stay tuned - Belgium will hear us scream in 2025!

Dijon Motors Cup

Four competitors travelling to the season finale at Dijon still had a reasonable chance to win the 2024 championship, but the clear favorite was Andrew Hibberd. And he did not disappoint - securing pole position three tenths of a second ahead of Peter De La Roche in qualifying - the two being in a league of their own. Behind, a closely matched group of five pilots were led by Derossi, ahead of Drybrough, Fischer, Carter and Widmer, while Sharp, Blees and Ingwiller rounded out the top ten.
Conditions were a bit chilly but otherwise perfect when the lights went off for the start of race one on early Saturday morning. De La Roche and Hibberd started to distance themselves quite quickly from the rest of the field and delivered a fantastic race, trading positions time and again. The question remained, whether we would see yet another epic multi-car slip-stream battle for P3? It was not to be, as Carter spun on the opening lap, an over-eager Drybrough was sent through the pit-lane for a false start, and Widmer was forced to retire on lap two when second and third gear engaged at the same time due to a broken selector shaft. Fischer enjoyed his Tecno on a new set of tyres and managed to distance Derossi step by step, while Carter and Jason Timms worked their way through the field. De La Roche had hoped to sling-shot past Hibberd on the final lap towards the finish line, but did not factor in that Hibberd would get a good tow from Blees. The leading pair thus crossed the finish line just two tenths apart after 21 minutes, less than their margin in qualifying over one lap, with the better end going to Hibberd ahead of De La Roche, who in turn set fastest lap. Fischer was well ahead to complete the podium ahead of Derossi, Drybrough, Sharp, Carter and Blees. The rest of Saturday as well as most of Sunday morning saw quite a lot of mechanical work ongoing, with Ingwiller having to replace crown wheel, pinion and differential, the father and son team of Jeremy and Calvin Bennett rebuilding Timms' engine in-situ, and Widmer tending to his gearbox with the help of son Calvin, Iain Rowley, Richard De La Roche as well as his Swiss based mechanic Heinz Hunziker, who travelled to Dijon early Sunday morning.
The traditional apéro on Saturday evening was dedicated to our late competitor Werner Pircher. In presence of Werner's wife Hanja, Austin Widmer held a moving tribute in remembrance of Werner, who was a role model in many ways and had enabled him to race in the first place, while fellow competitors laid down their helmets and paused for a minute of silence. All mechanical work was finished in time for the race on Sunday afternoon, such that 18 cars, one more than the day before, gathered in the assembly area as dark clouds appeared on the horizon and teased with occasional light sprinkles. Everyone decided to go out on dry tyres, but already on the warmup lap, it became clear that this was not necessarily the best choice. At the start Drybrough, who already spun on the warmup lap, did the same in turn one, causing a chain reaction throughout the field, claiming Tart and Fischer as innocent victims, moving Derossi to the back of the field, and bringing out the safety car for two laps. Once all was cleared, Hibberd started to pull away from De La Roche, but, as the rain intensified, was a bit too optimistic at Bretelle on lap six and produced an impressive spin right in front of the majority of spectators, allowing De La Roche to take the lead, which he never gave up and brought home the Alexis for its first win ever. Behind, Hibberd safely brought the Brabham home in P2, ahead of an ecstatic Sharp. Carter, securing third place in the British HF3 championship, and Derossi were the last cars to finish the race on the leading lap, while Ingwiller, briefly on P3, was rewarded with P6 for his mechanical skills and persistence.
A dominant Andrew Hibberd had the near perfect season and wins the 2024 Historic F3 1000cc European Trophy ahead of Peter De La Roche and François Derossi ! Results and pictures are online. As to the video, this time, we chose Martin Whitlock's very positive summary for everyone to see what our racing is all about. Congratulations to all competitors who raced in our series - we're looking forward to seeing you in Lyon next month.

Oulton Park Gold Cup

Racing at Oulton Park is always special, but even more so, when competing for 70^th edition of the highly prestigious Gold Cup which in period was won by greats such as Stirling Moss, Jim Clark, Jack Brabham, John Surtees, Jackie Stewart, Jacky Ickx and Denny Hulme - which competitor wouldn't like to see his name added to that list! Six competitors from the continent joined their British friends and in qualifying it was Michael O'Brien claiming pole ahead of Hibberd and De La Roche. They were followed by the continental trio of Spaggiari, Derossi and Christoph Widmer, with series newcomer Shortland, Hamilton, Sharp and Austin Widmer rounding out the top ten. Unfortunately, the race on Saturday was red flagged even before all competitors came around the first corner at Old Hall. Steve Nichols spun near the start finish line, crashed backwards into the barriers, and came to a halt upside down. Evading action triggered a chain reaction further up the field, putting an end to the race for Pearce, Haughton and Whitlock. Luckily, nobody was hurt, and Steve was quickly released after a check at the medical center. De La Roche was forced to retire due to a broken distributor finger immediately after racing had resumed, briefly bringing out the safety car for one lap. Thereafter, O'Brien started to extend his lead from Hibberd and Spaggiari up to 7 seconds, but a clutch failure forced him to complete the last two laps in third gear, thus handing the win to Hibberd, ahead of O'Brien and Spaggiari who had an excellent weekend all around. Derossi came home fourth, passing Widmer on the last lap when the later misread a bright LED panel in the distance as yellow rather than it being a warning for changed track conditions, followed by Carter, Sharp, Seaman, Tart and Bosson in P10. Mechanics, competitors and friends alike enjoyed a great apéro and barbeque in splendid weather on Saturday evening - certainly one of the highlights of the weekend. On Sunday morning, 20 cars were all neatly lined up in the pit lane for the public to enjoy - the eyes of some lucky kids definitely lit up as they had a chance to sit in one of the historic screamers. O'Brien was determined to compensate his 12 second deficit from Saturday to still claim the prestigious trophy. And he nearly managed to do so, having built up a 10 second advantage over Hibberd with five minutes to go. But it just wasn't his weekend as he made contact while lapping the Brabham of UK series chairman Etherington, sending both cars into the barriers and prematurely ending the race with a red flag. For a second time, the win fell into Hibberds hands with Spaggiari and De La Roche, starting from the back of the grid, completing the podium. Widmer finished fourth ahead of Derossi and Carter. Swedish racer Bosson came home in P10 while unfortunately, the electric problems on the De Santics once again forced Austin Widmer to retire, this time on the opening lap. Werner Pircher very much enjoyed seeing the checkered flag one final time, RIP, we will miss you! On aggregate results, Hibberd added his name to the illustrious list while Spaggiari and Derossi were very happy to celebrate their great weekend on the Gold Cup podium. Results and pictures are online, video will follow.

Ciao Werner

It is with a heavy heart that we have to let you know that Werner Pircher passed away last night, finally losing his long battle with cancer, but only after achieving his goal of finishing both races at the Oulton Park Gold Cup less than 72 hours earlier, and coming third in the Nations Cup a fortnight ago. Werner was a true friend and role model in many ways, but especially when it came to supporting and advising the younger generations. He was a man with an unparalleled determination and an incredible passion for Historic F3, his pristinely prepared Lotus, and our series. Our sincere condolences go to his much loved Hanja and family.

Brands Hatch Superprix

The 2024 championship season finally kicked off at the Brands Hatch Superprix with 28 competitors from France , Italy , Germany , Sweden , Switzerland , UK and the USA competing for the King Hussein Trophy as well as the Nations Cup. Michael O'Brien was quickest in qualifying ahead of Milicevic, Hibberd, Drybrough and Jason Timms. Enrico Spaggiari was fastest pilot from the continent while Trott, Widmer, Derossi and Jarvis rounded out the top ten. In the first race on Saturday, Milicevic had the best start and narrowly lead O'Brien and Hibberd while Drybrough, Spaggiari and Jason Timms slotted into P4 to P6, respectively. O'Brien had to retire his Tecno on lap four with gear linkage issues, thus leaving Hibberd and Milicevic to battle for the lead alone, with Hibberd eventually getting the better end. Behind, Derossi and Christoph Widmer, who was quite surprised to see his son Austin large in his mirrors for a number of laps, had an entertaining race-long battle, which finally went in favor of the Swiss in P6, Derossi in P7 and Austin, achieving his best result so far, in P8 ahead of Hamilton and Ingwiller. After the race, series returnee Max Blees and his wife Elena organized a splendid apéro with the help of their German Nations Cup team mate Roland Fischer and his partner Inga. Before enjoying drinks, the drivers laid down their helmets for a minute of silence in honour and memory of Jim Timms, who peacefully passed away earlier in the week. Quite extra-ordinarily, all 28 drivers lined up for the start of the second race on Sunday, testimony to the improved reliability of our screamers! Hibberd led initially from Milicevic and O'Brien, but Milicevic had to let the lead pair go as his water temperature started to rise. O'Brien briefly took the lead on the fifth lap only to park his car in the gravel at Sterlings on the following lap, thus handing the double win and King Hussein Trophy to Hibberd, while Milicevic and Drybrough completed the podium. Spaggiari came home a lonely fourth while Widmer and Derossi continued their closely matched dice from race one, the two crossing the finish line side by side with Widmer edging Derossi by a mere 15 hundreds of a second. Team Great Britain (A) with Hibberd, Milicevic and Carter deservedly won the Nations Cup ahead of Team Italy with Spaggiari and Hamilton. Team Switzerland with the two Widmers and Pircher came third, and Team France with Derossi and Ingwiller ended up fourth. It was great to once again race on the Brands Hatch GP circuit, and even better, as we were allowed to race unsilenced! Results, pictures and video are all online.

BRANDS HATCH SUPERPRIX 2024 VIDEO

Watch Austin Widmer pilot the De Sanctis around the Brands Hatch Grand Prix circuit!

Thank you, Jim!

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jim Timms earlier today. Jim had a unique personality, was a great family man, a fantastic supporter of the Historic F3 1000cc European Trophy and a great inspiration for us all, showing what is still possible when competing with us just two years ago in Portimão, racing at the Monaco Historic GP last year and even at the Oulton Park Gold Cup for his final race. A true legend has left us. Thank you Jim, you will be missed but not forgotten!

Goodwood 81^st Members' Meeting

Nine continental pilots, four Swiss , three French , one Italian and one Swedish screamer joined twenty-one UK colleagues to compete in the Derek Bell Cup at the 81^st Members' Meeting at Goodwood! It was no surprise that GT professional racer Michael O'Brien in the freshly restored Titan Mk3 claimed pole, ahead of the Alexis of Peter De La Roche and the Brabham duo of previous Derek Bell Cup winners Andrew Hibberd and Jon Milicevic. Enrico Spaggiari in his immaculate Lotus 41X was quickest continental driver in P5, ahead of Dan Eagling in the ex Picko Troberg Brabham and the Timms cousins while Thomas Jamin and Christoph Widmer rounded out the top ten. Austin Widmer in Paul Waine's DeSanctis qualified well on P16, Ludovic Ingwiller in the Pygmée followed on P19 ahead of Derossi, who struggled with a perfect storm of gearbox, clutch and engine issues, Pircher, Bosson and Burkard. Prior to the race on Sunday morning, Derek Bell personally piloted the ex Jackie Stewart Cooper in period livery including original "roll hoop" around the track - what better way to set the stage for the Derek Bell Cup! De La Roche had the best start and led the field ahead of Hibberd while pole sitter O'Brien dropped back a few places, as he seemingly chose a first gear ratio more suitable for the chicane rather than a standing start. The trio put on a wonderful show over the first three laps, titled as "maximum attack" by Goodwood on their race highlights video. Unfortunately, the race had to be red flagged when a very unlucky Jeremy Timms found himself in the tyre wall after hitting oil from a disintegrated engine as he entered Madwick - luckily, and much to the relieve of all the other competitors, the bruised pilot was released back to the paddock after a thorough check at the medical center. The remaining competitors lined up again on the grid for another standing start and just like in take one, pole sitter O'Brien initially dropped back a few places. However, by end of lap one, he had things all sorted, never looked back and brought home the Titan well clear of the rest and in process set an impressive fastest lap of 1:21.8 - about a second quicker than the previous Historic F3 lap record at Goodwood. Meanwhile, Hibberd and De La Roche entertained the crowd with a great fight for second place, equally improving their personal best and creating wonderful advertising for our series, in the end crossing the finish line just one tenth of a second apart. Jason Timms drove very well in his debut at Goodwood and upheld family honours in P4, ahead of Italian Enrico Spaggiari as best continental pilot and the Brabham of Swiss Christoph Widmer . The Chevron of former F1 designer Steve Nichols led a closely matched slip-stream train, nine cars separated by an equal amount of seconds, which included Frenchmen Ludovic Ingwiller as third continental pilot on P11, Swiss Austin Widmer on P13 and French Thomas Jamin in P15. It was fantastic to see this splendid grid of 30 cars, a priviledge to be present at the Members' Meeting with all these wonderful grids and a great weekend overall. Results, photos and video are online.

2024 Calendar

We will join the British One Litre F3 Historic Racing Association for our Annual Award Dinner to celebrate our UK-based 2023 champion Samuel Harrison. The event kicks off our 60^th Anniversary Celebration and will take place at the Ardencote Manor Hotel in Warwickshire on Saturday 24^th February 2024. Race Retro will be on the same weekend and can easily be combined. Award Dinner sold out! The racing season will begin at the 81^st Members' Meeting at Goodwood in mid April with a non-championship event. Planning the 2024 calendar proved to be exceptionally difficult, especially as Spa Summer Classic takes place at a highly unusual date in late April, forcing us to post-pone our race on this legendary track to 2025. As we did not succeed in finding a reasonable replacement event in May or June, the European trophy will only get into full swing in July, first with the Nations Cup on the GP track at Brands Hatch Superprix and then as the signature race at the Oulton Park Gold Cup two weeks later - two fantastic events and a great opportunity to spend some holidays in the UK. Our season will conclude with a stand-alone double header at the Motors Cup in Dijon-Prenois at the beginning of October. Double-points will be awarded for the two races at the season finale in Dijon to balance the number of points distributed on the continent and abroad - this should help ensuring that the championship is likely decided only once the checkered flag drops on the last race of the season. And in order to finish our 60^th screamer anniversary racing in style, we plan to celebrate our 2024 champion with some fine dining combined with a large screamer exhibition at Epoqu'Auto in Lyon - make sure your car is all polished and ready for display over the weekend on the show floor!