February 03, 2008

Followers of ProtoSports in the previous incarnation within the Thunder Sports category will be familiar with the Saker make of sports car, with John Biddlecombe’s example racing during 2007. In 2008 though, a different variant of Saker will join the field, with the open-top version making its debut in the hands of new driver to the series – Michael Gibson.

Whilst the car will be brand new, the driver has a level of experience that belies his age. 24 year old Gibson started out in Go Karts at age 12. He made his circuit racing debut at Winton Raceway in 2002, and lists his best result to date as coming two years later, at a 2004 Winton Historic meeting, where he took his Clubman to victory in all three races, and broke the class lap record.

Gibson’s steed should see him have an excellent chance to continue his success, as he moves into the ProtoSports ranks. The car features a 400 horsepower Mitsubishi V6 Twin Turbo, a 6 speed Hewland transmission, and a proven chassis package.

Gibson is sponsored by ACS Devco Group, and Deniliquin Infotech Solutions. More information on Saker Sports Cars is available from their website.

Gibson’s hometown is Benalla, making his home track Winton Raceway, but he’ll have to wait until the third round of the ProtoSports championship makes it there. The first round is at Goulburn’s Wakefield Park, 1-2 March 2008. The rest of the calendar can be viewed by clicking here.