Kirk Motorsport were searching for their first national championship win and driver Andy Kirk, in his 8,500cc, 1200 horsepower 1967 Chevrolet Camaro, went into the final meeting just 300 points in the lead.

But Andy, a keen Stags fan (his MTFC bage in the back window of the race car is thought to be the fastest Mansfield Town badge in the world!) emerged victorious.

He has been involved in the sport for over 25 years, was delighted with his win and can’t wait for 2008, during which he will attempt to defend his title.

“It’s a great feeling to be crowned champion at last” said Andy.

“In a sport such as drag racing, where races are won and lost over a thousandth of a second, the car, driver and the whole team have to be working as one.

“This year we have really stepped up the pace with runs of 184mph in just 7.6 seconds (0-60 in 0.9 seconds).

“I would like to thank my team, wife Barbara, son Lee, daughters Gemma and Charlotte and ace crew men Al Smith and Jay Patterson, not forgetting all our great supporters.

“This championship could not have been won without all of you.”

Kirk Motorsport now turn their attention to next season and a title defence,

He added: “At present we face racing next year without any financial assistance, so if there is anyone out their who would like to get involved in the fastest motorsport on earth, whilst at the same time supporting a local team, please get in touch on kirk.family@btconnect.com we would be delighted to discuss involvement on any level.”