Brands Hatch

Brands Hatch is a British motor racing circuit.

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Land on Brands Hatch farm in Kent, England has been used since 1927 to race bicycles, then motorbikes, and, since 1950, cars. On 11 July 1964, the Brands Hatch circuit hosted its first Formula One Grand Prix, the British Grand Prix which was also designated the R.A.C. European Grand Prix (won by Jim Clark). From 1966 onwards the circuit hosted the Formula One British Grand Prix and would hold it every other year until 1986 (when Nigel Mansell won), as well as again hosting the European Grand Prix in 1983 and 1985.

Related Topics:
Kent - England - 1927 - 1950 - 11 July - 1964 - Formula One - British Grand Prix - European Grand Prix - Jim Clark - 1966 - 1986 - Nigel Mansell - 1983 - 1985

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Since 1986, Brands Hatch has held touring car and other races, and is a highly successful business venture.

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On September 25, 2005, Brands Hatch hosted the inaugural race of the A1 Grand Prix. Brazil won with Nelson Piquet, Jr. driving.

Related Topics:
September 25 - 2005 - A1 Grand Prix - Brazil - Nelson Piquet, Jr.

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