Barker will be on Parr with the best
Ben Barker with Parr team manager Paul Robe
MANOR ROYAL based motoracing team Parr Motorsport have signed former Australian Formula 3 champion Ben Barker to drive in this year’s Porsche Carrera Cup.
The 2010 BRDC Rising Star competed in the Australian Carrera Cup in 2011 as well as completing select rounds with Parr in the UK championship.
Barker said: “It’s a good direction career wise to come into the GB championship.
“Having worked with Parr last year I know how they work and everyone is capable and proactive.
“It’s good to be back racing in the UK and this will prove to be a strong stepping-stone to Supercup.
“I hope that, together with Parr, we can both graduate in 2013.”
Last year Ben achieved two podium finishes at Snetterton and Knockhill in the UK with Parr.
His full Australian campaign produced two wins, four other podium finishes, two pole positions and two fastest laps.
To cap a successful season he was also awarded the Michelin Sports Person of the Year.
Parr team boss Paul Robe raved: “I’m really excited to have Ben onboard for this coming season.
“He’s a great talent and a really well-rounded young man.
“Based on his performance with us last year I’m confident that he will be a frontrunner in the championship.”
Barker added: “I’m looking forward to getting stuck in and being competitive.”
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