The TB KART UK chassis proved its race-winning pedigree once again as Lewis Sumner took a dominant victory at the Race of Hearts, Shenington. Racing as part of the XKART team, Lewis showcased not only his own talent but also the incredible performance, balance, and consistency of the TB KART UK chassis, securing a P1 finish against some of the UK’s top drivers.
A Critical Learning Curve at Shenington
Heading into the Race of Hearts, Lewis had never competed at Shenington in an owner-driver capacity, making Friday and Saturday’s practice sessions crucial. Every session was used to fine-tune the setup of his TB KART UK chassis, ensuring the perfect balance between speed, grip, and stability for race day.
“I’ve never been to Shenington as an owner-driver, so Friday and Saturday were critical to having a good weekend,” Lewis reflected.
From the start of the heats, it was clear that the TB KART chassis was delivering the confidence and performance needed to challenge the front-runners.
Strong Heat Results Set Up a Front-Row Fight
A P3 finish in Heat 1 and P6 in Heat 2 placed Lewis P6 on the grid for the all-important final. With a strong start and a kart dialled into the track, he was ready to fight for the win.
Masterclass in Racecraft and TB KART Performance
At lights out, Lewis immediately made his move, climbing to P3 before a battenberg flag neutralised the field. As the race restarted, the leader made a mistake, allowing Lewis to move into P2. With his TB KART UK chassis delivering exceptional stability and grip, he wasted no time in seizing the opportunity.
From that moment, he was untouchable. With a perfect balance of straight-line speed and cornering precision, Lewis extended his lead and controlled the race to the chequered flag, taking a dominant victory over the local drivers.
“I’m very happy with this weekend since I’ve never been here before, and we were capable of beating all of the local drivers,” he said.
Why the TB KART UK Chassis Stands Out
The TB KART UK chassis has once again proven itself as a race-winning machine, excelling in a highly competitive field at Shenington. With its precision handling, outstanding cornering stability, and high adaptability, it allowed Lewis to push the limits and secure victory in a grid filled with experienced local drivers.
The combination of Lewis Sumner’s skill and the superior performance of TB KART UK has made it clear: this chassis is built to win.
What’s Next for Lewis?
With this P1 finish, Lewis has laid down a marker for the season ahead. Stay up to date with his racing journey at lewissumnerracing.com, and follow XKART for more updates as we continue pushing the limits on track.
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article by Janine Kell, On Track Marketing