Billy Monger

[So]

skeggysteve said:

BBC report:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-40497230

But they have this:



Sorry the picture doesn't show the caption but it say:

"Billy was driving a specially-adapted golf cart"

I'm sure Billy will find it funny but why can't the BBC get the basic right?

Because journalists.

[fttm]

Allyc85 said:

Absolute hero!

Anyone still thinking about pulling that sickie tomorrow?

Puts our daily lives into perspective somewhat , a very special sort of determination , hats off to Billy .

[hkp57]

skeggysteve said:

Sorry the picture doesn't show the caption but it say:

"Billy was driving a specially-adapted golf cart"

He was driving a golf cart away from the circuit to get used to the hand controls, before going to the track in the Team Brit Fun Car

[ginettajoe]

Drumroll said:

I see Billy is part of a stunt driving team at the Autosport Show.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-42627450/double-am...

..... sorry, your link doesn't work!!

[rscott]

Drumroll said:

https://www.autosport.com/asi/news/133820/monger-to-star-in-asi-live-action-arena

Try
https://www.autosport.com/asi/news/133820/monger-t...

[homersimpson1]

Yes.. he was there all right.. drove one of the stunt cars...

[ginettajoe]

rscott said:

Try
https://www.autosport.com/asi/news/133820/monger-t...

[Sammo123]

According to Facebook he was out testing an F3 car today courtesy of Carlin.

Edited by Sammo123 on Tuesday 6th February 18:12

[Rawwr]

That lad is really proving to be quite an inspiration. Yes, he's had a lot of financial help and support but to be able to overcome his injuries, keep smiling and keep trying takes a lot more than money.

[DubZeus]

Picture copyright Jakob Ebrey

[Dinoboy]

Great to see that.

[zeb]

You have to admire the lad. Humbling to see such commitment.

[grumpy52]

I can see no reason why , given some support, that he shouldn't reach the top tiers of motorsport.
He has the character, spirit and fortitude to overcome anything .
Anybody that doubts our younger people show them this young man and the other young drivers that are showing such incredible support not just in racing but also in life .

[rallycross]

grumpy52 said:

I can see no reason why , given some support, that he shouldn't reach the top tiers of motorsport.
He has the character, spirit and fortitude to overcome anything .
Anybody that doubts our younger people show them this young man and the other young drivers that are showing such incredible support not just in racing but also in life .

Its a great story, I hope does make it back into Pro-racing and he can be an inspiration for many people (more than he already is)

[Vaud]

zeb said:

You have to admire the lad. Humbling to see such commitment.

Agree 100%. Wish most of the F1 drivers could be so positive...

[grumpy52]

Back in a specially adapted single seater with Carling Motorsport , the car has been cleared by the MSA and Billy as passed all the cockpit exit tests .
He is trying to raise all the sponsorship for a seasons racing.

[anonymous-user]

good lad.

[Dinoboy]

Be great to be able to cheer him on at Oulton Park over the Easter weekend.

[Vaud]

grumpy52 said:

Back in a specially adapted single seater with Carling Motorsport , the car has been cleared by the MSA and Billy as passed all the cockpit exit tests .
He is trying to raise all the sponsorship for a seasons racing.

How much is a season's sponsorship?

Slightly surprised that a big brand looking to champion diversity/ability haven't stepped in.

[RichB]

Vaud said:

zeb said:

You have to admire the lad. Humbling to see such commitment.

Agree 100%. Wish most of the F1 drivers could be so positive...

I would say many of them are; Johnny Herbert, Martin Donnelly and of course Alex Zanardi spring to mind.