Maltese Driver Celebrates Strong Finish To Mini Challenge UK

The Mini Challenge UK Championship has come to a close, marking the end of an incredible season for Maltese driver Nicky Gauci.

Competing through a scholarship he won earlier this year, Gauci made his mark on one of Britain’s most competitive racing series.

In early 2025, Gauci was the only Maltese participant among 50 drivers competing for a UK motor racing scholarship. His victory earned him a fully funded season in the Mini Challenge UK, which runs as part of the British Touring Car Championship weekends.

Over the course of the season, Gauci proudly flew the Maltese flag at circuits including Donington Park, Snetterton, Oulton Park, Croft, Knockhill, Silverstone and Brands Hatch GP.

The year concluded with an impressive record of seven podium finishes, including one race win. “We gave a great show last weekend and it felt amazing to see Malta recognised so often on the live stream,” Gauci said.

He expressed his gratitude to JamSport Racing for their support throughout the season, describing the experience as “out of this world”. Gauci also thanked his sponsors, including Mediterranean Building Finishes Ltd, Visit Malta, Muscats Motors, World Pro Racing, Cynergi Health & Fitness Club, New Momentum, House of Barbers, and SportMalta.

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