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Formula Ford champion to win a Supercars test

Formula Ford champion to win a Supercars test

For the second year running the title-winning Ford Supercars squad has put a test in one of its Mustang Supercars up for grabs.

The Australian Formula Ford Series winner will sample a DJR Mustang at Queensland Raceway early next year.

News of the extension of the deal comes ahead of reigning national Formula Ford champion Thomas Sargent’s DJR test later this month.

“Formula Ford continues to be a breeding ground for young talent,” said Dick Johnson Racing Chairman and CEO Ryan Story.

“It is a stepping stone to opportunities in other open-wheeler categories locally, like S5000, or internationally, as well as opportunities that lead to competing in the Repco Supercars Championship.

“The drivers in Supercars who have competed in Formula Ford demonstrate that it is an outstanding pathway category and fantastic grassroots racing, with many historic Kent-engined cars too.

“We love motorsport and we love the Formula Ford Association’s passion. We are proud to continue our support and…

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