Formula Two will make its second visit to the UK when the series
arrives at Brands Hatch in July for round six of the 2010
championship.
Originally a military training ground used occasionally by local
motorcycle enthusiasts as a dirt track, Brands Hatch has grown into
one of the finest circuits in the UK. The first race was held in
the area in 1928, but it was not until 1950 that the circuit was
surfaced, creating a 1 mile oval course for cars. The track
continued to expand over the next few years, including the addition
of Druids bend, and in 1956 Brands Hatch hosted its first Formula
Two race.
The 2.65 mile Grand Prix circuit was then constructed in 1959, and
after a change of ownership a deal was struck for the circuit to
host the British Grand Prix alongside Silverstone, with the
circuits alternating each year. On July 11 1964 Brands Hatch held
its first Formula One Grand Prix, with Britain's Jim Clark taking
the victory.
To date, the last Grand Prix was held at Brands Hatch in 1986, with
Nigel Mansell taking the spoils. However the circuit continues to
host major international events, and is the only UK round of DTM
and the FIA WTCC. It has also welcomed World and British Superbikes
and A1GP. The track remains incredibly popular with fans and
drivers alike due to its challenging combination of sweeping
corners and changing gradients.