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Thompson stakes claim for full-time BTCC seat with first BMW test
Bobby Thompson, a 28-year-old race car driver, is currently working hard with the Sunbury squad to secure a deal for the 2024 season opener at Donington Park. He faced challenges at Brands because his BMW 330e M Sport didn’t have a transponder, resulting in a 30bhp disadvantage compared to other WSR BMWs. Despite this, he showed promising performance during testing, clocking competitive lap times and adapting well to rear-wheel drive. Thompson’s engineer for the day, John Waterman, praised his adaptability and solid feedback. Despite budget constraints, Thompson is optimistic about his future in the British Touring Car Championship and grateful for the opportunity provided by WSR and team principal Dick Bennetts.
