By Johan Laubscher
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| Michael Stephen |
Another Audi champion has been crowned in South Africa. Reigning
Bridgestone Production Cars Class A champion, Michael Stephen, has wrapped up
the 2012 title. Mr Consistency ensured the championship title at the
penultimate round of the series with his Audi S4. Michael has become the second
Audi driver to achieve back-to-back titles after Johan Fourie won in 2008 and
2009.
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| Stephan Audi S4 - 2012 |
As was the case in 2011, Michael Stephen was the most consistent driver
during the season and this allowed him to build up a healthy points total. The
Engen Xtreme Team/Terry Moss Racing crew have been working very hard all season
on the team’s two-car entry. The team has always been at the front of the pack
with their new Audi S4 race cars which debuted in 2011, when Michael won on the
car’s debut and went on to win the 2011 championship.
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| Stephan Audi S4 - 2012 |
Along with a double championship victory, Michael also has a rare
feather in his cap. He is one of very few race drivers in the world who has won
a national championship in a car which he was heavily involved in building and
maintaining. The qualified engineer is both a master in the workplace and on
the racetrack.
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| Stephan Audi S4 |
The championship was won at Killarney on 22 September 2012. Another
excellent performance ensured that the consistent results provided dividends
for Michael and his Audi S4. Two podium finishes and a race win was enough to
clinch the title with one round remaining. Michael’s performance at the event
was even more impressive as he suffered a workshop accident earlier that same
week. He suffered burns to his arms, hands and face. Despite the burns he was
ready to race and it was fitting as Terry Moss Racing have been supporting the
Red Cross Childrens Hospital burn unit during the season.
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| Stephan Audi S4 - 2012 |
We say a huge well done and congratulation to Michael Stephen and Terry
Moss Racing. We are delighted that the number one remains on his door for 2013. The team have been great ambassadors for Audi in South African motorsport.
The team owner, Terry Moss, was a legendary Audi champion and his team is set
to continue their legacy on South African race tracks for many years to come.
A television feature on Michael Stephen from 2008
Photos are hosted at www.motorpics.co.za
Editors note: The championship points are provisional from the Bridgestone Production Cars Championship, the points still need official confirmation from Motorsport South Africa (MSA).
