An early start, but an unforgettable day of racing! Holding qualifying at 7:00 AM on a freezing winter track is always a big ask, but our Legends of the 9 Hour stepped up and opened the day. Zwartkops’ proud ethos has always been that participatory racing should remain a streamlined, one-day event with optional Friday […]
A double-header extravaganza! Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled day of historic motorsport! On 11 July 11, Zwartkops Raceway will play host to a pivotal championship round for the Legends of the 9 Hour. This isn’t just another race day, it’s a massive celebration of racing heritage that you won’t want to miss. The track will […]
What a rollercoaster of a weekend! We started the day with a full field of 36 entries across the Legends V8 Production Cars/U2, Little Giants, ISP (International Sports Prototypes), and Trans AM categories. However, the racing is a fickle mistress; by the end of the day, mechanical failures, accidents, and a few non-arrivals whittled our […]
British sports cars — particularly the small-capacity models — became a defining part of the UK’s post-war identity, with large numbers being exported to the United States. Marques like MG, Triumph, Sunbeam, and the Austin-Healey Sprite captured the hearts of driving enthusiasts with their lightweight, simple mechanics, and pure driving fun. The bigger-capacity machines only […]
The skies threatened, and the rain came down in sheets at Loftus Versfeld. But while the weather was wild elsewhere, Zwartkops Raceway stayed dry—almost as if the racing gods were on our side. Despite the looming storm, over 160 determined Northern Region racers gathered, engines roaring and spirits high. And race they did! Not only […]
“And they shall mount up on eagle wings! Young men and woman will dream dreams, and the older men and woman will run and not grow weary.” – Isaiah Chapter 38 – Holy Bible The 24th Passion for Speed at Zwartkops Raceway and Red Star Raceway were two weeks of incredible racing. Past, present and […]