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Ash Sutton believes pre-season testing has ‘unlocked new avenues’

Ash Sutton believes that the pre-season testing undertaken by himself and Laser Tools Racing has ‘unlocked some new avenues’ as he prepares to start his British Touring Car Championship title defence at Thruxton this weekend.

Sutton has tested his Infiniti Q50 at Donington Park, Snetterton and Silverstone during the off-season, where the 27-year-old says he has been able to explore set-up options which weren’t previously possible.

The Hertfordshire racer is heading into his sixth season in the BTCC, which kicks off at the high-speed Thruxton circuit this weekend.

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Last year, Sutton missed out on a podium visit in the three races, picking up a trio of top fives nevertheless.

The Hampshire venue is arguably Sutton’s trickiest circuit, as he has only once stood on the podium there, coming in the final year of campaigning a Subaru in 2019.

Despite that, Sutton is confident heading into the new season as he pursues a third BTCC crown.

“Over the off-season we’ve worked hard to evolve the car,” said Sutton. “It has almost been like having a blank canvas and we’ve been able to try lots of things we weren’t able to explore last year.

“There have been a few things that haven’t worked but for the most part the changes we’ve made have been reactive and unlocked some new avenues for us.

“To enter the season as defending champion and once again carry the number one on the side of my car is a great reminder of what we achieved last year.

“However, it’s a new season and the competition is going to be fierce in the fight to retain the crown.”

“I’m confident that we can arrive at Thruxton in a position to hit the front. I feel like I’m driving well and ready for the battle that lies ahead.

“I’m hungry to win a third title so let’s get to work!”

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