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After nearly two years of disruption, courtesy of COVID-19, life is gradually getting back to some sort of normality<\/em>. The Goodwood Festival of Speed was once more an automotive highlight, a jewel in the crown as it were. This event’s top line standard was even more remarkable<\/em> than normal when one considers the obstacles that were faced and overcome. Our man behind the lens, Simon Hildrew, was on hand to bring us a vision of this fine spectacle.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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A blue tide of Tyrrells heads up the hill, a tribute to ’70s grand prix at the highest level. Led by Sir Jackie Stewart who was crowned as world champion 50 years ago in a Tyrrell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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There were the customary off-track displays such as ‘Electric Avenue – The Road to 2030’ illustrating the current state of the EV market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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There were stars as well as cars, Tom Kristensen and Mario Andretti being just two of the luminaries that attended Goodwood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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His Grace hosted Tom Cruise after a surprise visit on the Sunday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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The Bonhams auction was full of dreams that some lucky person would take home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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There is always one….<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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And the lawns had a mouth-watering selection of vehicles such as this Hispano-Suiza.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Murray meets Rosberg via the IGN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Simon’s gallery give a comprehensive account of the Festival of Speed, enjoy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
John Brooks, September 2021<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n