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Strawberry’s sole contender in the premier category – KF1 – is certainly doing his team proud. After clocking the second-fastest time in Qualifying, Ben Cooper suffered two engine seizures in the heats. Needing to show professionalism and character to fight back in the finals, he delivered in spades.

Starting second from last in the first final, he carved his way up the order to take the runner-up spot – setting the new lap record (43.98) in the process.

A combination of supreme driving and good fortune saw him take charge of the main final – when the early leader succumbed to engine failure – and make the race his own. Ben swept to a dominant victory, over four seconds clear of his nearest pursuer.

In his typically understated style, Ben said afterwards, “It was a good weekend. We had some new developments with the motor and as a result, I was quick throughout. The kart was faultless but the first seize was entirely my fault. But Philippe (from engine tuners, Marechal) worked his heart and soul out and I’m pleased that all his efforts and those of my dad, Paul (Spencer) and Dodge (Dave Gregory) were repaid by my win.”

Looking forward to the remainder of the season, Ben is focused on maintaining his current form. “Podiums, they’re what I need to keep taking. If I do that, then the title might just sort itself out. The work of the team has given me a big chance of winning though but let’s just take it one race at a time though.”