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Dempsey’s late FF1600 call-up leads to early season success

SILVERSTONE

BRSCC

19-20 MARCH

Jordan Dempsey was straight into top form in the National Formula Ford 1600 Championship after an unexpected call from Kevin Mills created the opportunity to secure a full-season drive with the team.

Just a fortnight before, the reigning Northern Ireland champion and 2019 Walter Hayes Trophy winner had been expecting to watch most of this year’s action from the sidelines. Instead, here he was on Silverstone’s International circuit, straight to the top of the timing sheets, and determined to make the season count.

“Two weeks ago, I didn’t even think I’d be racing so I’m over the moon to be back,” said Dempsey, who added

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