Tohill claims second GB Rallycross title
Ireland’s Derek Tohill secured a second career Motorsport UK British Rallycross Championship title in the final weekend of the season (8th-9th November) at Lydden Hill in front of a sell-out crowd.
Tohill and the PFCRX squad, alongside DA Racing, entered the final weekend of the 5 Nations BRX campaign (Rounds 10 & 11) in a strong championship position, but knew fast pace would be required to secure a second title to add to their 2021 success. This would be tough against some very strong British and European opposition.
After a hard day’s racing, Tohill lined up in second position in the final race beside title rival Patrick O’Donovan. With a brilliant start, Tohill led the race into turn one and held this position until O’Donovan made an overambitious move, causing heavy contact.
This resulted in O’Donovan’s retirement from the race and thus the championship was secured. Tohill crossed the finish line just behind his DA Racing teammate, Andrea Dubourg, who took the victory in front of a sell-out crowd of over 9,000 people.
The success marks Tohill as only the 10th driver ever to win multiple British Rallycross Championship crowns.
PFCRX and Tohill will next time return to Mondello Park, for rounds 3 and 4 of the 2025-2026 PartsforCars.ie Irish Rallycross Championship on 29-30th November.
Derek Tohill said: “It feels fantastic to win the title at Lydden Hill, especially against such strong opposition; it’s just amazing. The GB1 number means a massive amount to rallycross history, and I’m very proud to have won that coveted title for a second time. I live for these moments & it was incredible to win it with a round to go and at Lydden Hill, where the venue & events just get better and better!
“It was a tough week for me, saying goodbye to my godfather, Frank Fennell. He was my childhood hero and very influential in my motorsport career. We also lost Dermot Carnegie this year, and this victory goes out to those great inspirational men who achieved so much in Motorsport and beyond.
“The team worked very hard this weekend and all season. I must say a huge thank you to DA Racing and the Dubourg family for welcoming us into their team and providing us with such a fantastic car. Massive congratulations to Andrea Dubourg on taking victory on the opening day at Lydden.
“It was an incredible weekend for the team, taking 1–2 finishes on both days. The atmosphere, the racing, and the teamwork were second to none. I’m so grateful for the hard work, support, and spirit from everyone involved. We have a great team & so many brilliant partners — it’s been a season to remember!”