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Sprintcars set new lap record in ‘breathtaking’ display after watering disaster

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The sprintcar of 1NZK Daniel Thomas spins out while rocketing around a lightning-fast Gisborne track but he quickly righted himself, doing a wheelstand in the process of getting back on track. Pictures by Liam Clayton

Club spirit shone brightly on Friday night when Gisborne Speedway Club overcame a wet track that ultimately led to the record lap times as the sprintcars revelled in lightning-fast conditions.

An error with watering of the track just prior to racing meant a one-hour delay to the start of the programme.

The club has apologised to the sizeable crowd for the delay.

“We misread the track preparat...

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