John Surtees, the only man to capture world championships on two and four wheels has purchased the karting circuit where young Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button began their careers.
At 81, Surtees -- who captured the 1964 Formula 1 title with Ferrari -- has bought the Buckmore Park karting facility located in Chatham, Kent. Surtees and Buckmore Park announced the sale on their websites. The circuit's former owner Bill Sisley is to stay on as a consultant.
Surtees, who lives in Lingfied, also runs the Henry Surtees Foundation, set up in memory of his 18-year-old racing driver son who was tragically killed during a Formula 2 race at Brands Hatch, July 19, 2009. The press release says that a series of fundraising events has been held at the kart circuit in his name. Recent Articles
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