One eye on the title.
John Zappia says the hard work of his team has been behind regaining the Top Doorslammer championship lead and holding it with two events remaining.
The driver of the Procomp Motorsport/Fuchs Monaro set a new national record in Sydney and won the final over Ben Bray, giving the team plenty of confidence.
“The final was going to be another cracker – I knew the Brays had some new equipment on the cars and were very keen for a win,” he said. “It’s great to see them back in form. But never underestimate the power of our engines – thanks to Southside Engine Centre we had the killer motor back in for this meeting and it didn’t let us down.”
Zappia leads the championship on 480 points, ahead of Kapiris on 415.5, Judd on 407.5 and Belleri on 206.5.
“The team is ecstatic with the win. We have done it hard this year, and it’s been sheer guts and determination from all in the team that has us again at the top in the championship,” he said. “Our will to win is high no doubt, but our team and huge list of sponsors and supporters really makes a difference in us getting all the things done.
“Graham Jones from Southside Engine Centre has finally retired and sold out of the business, and we pay him a huge tribute for his wisdom and racing pedigree in Australian nitro and blown alcohol racing. His guidance and advice has been instrumental in gaining championships. ”
The next round of the championship is at the Nitro Champs in May at Sydney Dragway.