The qualifying session for the Spanish Grand Prix was on most motorsports enthusiasts minds this weekend - but a dedicated few in Britain found their adrenalin fix in the new lawnmower race season.
The Ferraris or McLarens of the lawnmover world have names more often associated with garden centres: Atco, Webb or Westwood.
In this motorsport, mowers race on an even field. The machines are only allowed minor modifications although for obvious safety reasons, all the blades are removed.
The British Championship, which takes place from May to October, sees drivers pit their nerve and skill to earn valuable points within their racing category.
There are three classes of racing: Group 2 ââ¬â which look like a traditional lawnmower with seat attached; Group 3 ââ¬â those that look like a buggy and Group 4 ââ¬â the lawn tractors.
The Grand Prix season continues in June with the next meeting in Kent.
Link to video: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/new...eady-mow-as-lawnmower-race-season-begins.html
The Ferraris or McLarens of the lawnmover world have names more often associated with garden centres: Atco, Webb or Westwood.
In this motorsport, mowers race on an even field. The machines are only allowed minor modifications although for obvious safety reasons, all the blades are removed.
The British Championship, which takes place from May to October, sees drivers pit their nerve and skill to earn valuable points within their racing category.
There are three classes of racing: Group 2 ââ¬â which look like a traditional lawnmower with seat attached; Group 3 ââ¬â those that look like a buggy and Group 4 ââ¬â the lawn tractors.
The Grand Prix season continues in June with the next meeting in Kent.
Link to video: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/new...eady-mow-as-lawnmower-race-season-begins.html
