Leo Brown
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Leo Brown
Born: Worcestershire, 2nd April 2007 Academy Programme: Enhanced DiSE Competes: Currently seeking funds to race
Recent Results: British F4 eSports Championship – Brands Hatch: 3rd, 7th; Donington Park: 2nd, 5th; Knockhill: 3rd
What is your earliest memory of motorsport?
Attending Brands Hatch for the opening round of the British Touring Car Championship( BTCC) in 2014 with my Mum and Dad. I had shown an interest in motorsport, and I remember sitting on the outside of Paddock Hill Bend watching Andrew Jordan win twice and Colin Turkington win the reverse grid race.
What has been the highest high in your career to date?
My first karting final win at end of 2022. That year was very tough mentally, I had lost from winning positions a few times through mechanical faults, but in the final race of 2022, I managed to win the first running of the‘ WM Plate’ at Whilton Mill Kart Circuit. It was against 45 other national level drivers, and my final race with that team, so a good way to sign off.
What has been the lowest low in your career so far?
Narrowly missing out on the BRSCC Fiesta Junior Scholarship last year. Out of the 60 entrants I made it to‘ finals day’ then made the final cut of six after a session out on track in what was only my second test day in a car. I gave it my all, knowing that if I won, I would get a fully funded season’ s racing and if not, then I would not be competing in 2024. Unfortunately, I missed out and spent last season on the sidelines, but that day has only made me stronger since.
What has been the biggest and best opportunity you have had?
Driving for Guild eSports this year. Being involved with such a knowledgeable team that is known worldwide has been so valuable and has allowed me to develop as a driver.
What are your aims and when do you want to get there?
To compete in the BTCC. I have watched it since I was very young, and it has been the dream of mine forever. I love the championship for the racing it provides and the crowds it attracts and if I can get there, I would love to win races or even a championship. I am grateful just to be in motorsport in the first place and I am enjoying the journey. If my path is meant to be for the BTCC, even better.
If you could get career advice from one person in motorsport, who would it be?
Tom Ingram. I was there to watch his first race weekend in the BTCC and have followed him ever since. He is a great personality and a top driver who I think could offer some valuable advice for any young driver looking to make it.
What is the biggest thing you have learned from your time with the Academy so far?
How important mental strength is compared to the practical side of driving. The Academy has taught me how to face challenges, which has benefited me as a driver and an athlete.
How are you doing this year and what has been the biggest challenge?
Unfortunately, I am not competing in a championship this year down to a lack of funding. That has been tough to accept, but setbacks do happen, and I hope to turn this into a positive by using the time to network with potential partners and sponsors to return to racing in 2026, when I aim to compete in the competitive UK Legends Cars Championship.
Revolution- June 2025
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