DRIVE'09 Winners Profile

Added: 30th May 2009

Name - Sophie Bennett

Age - 16

Hometown - Oxford

How did you find out about the competition? - Through The Under 17 Car Club and last years scholarship winner Julian Archard.

Why did you enter the competition? - To experience a different, more competitive style of driving and to try something new.

What were your first impressions? - This is really fun! I enjoyed the excitement of driving fast without hitting any cones. Also trying to beat times set by my competitors.

What type of motorsport are you a fan of? / What have you followed in the past if any? - I don't follow a great deal of motorsport, however I would love to have a go at off road rallying.

What are you looking forward to the most in the year to come? - Probably the Autosolos, as they are really fun.

What are your aims for the year? - To beat Graeme at something!

Where do you see yourself in 2010? - Still studying, but hopefully continue with as much driving and competing as possible.

Sophie Bennett conquers the Micra