• Jonathan began his motorsport career in 1999 at the age of 8 competing in the formula cadet class, which covers an age range of 8 to 12.

  • In his fifth year the decision to move up to a junior class was determined by his weight. Potentially 2003 would have been Jonathan’s best year in the cadet class, but with a minimum weight restriction of 95kg this will be exceeded sufficiently to affect performance due to the relatively low power output from the engines.

  • After successfully testing a Formula Rotax Minimax, during the winter of 2002/2003, Jonathan was entered in the major events for 2003, which included the National Stars of Tomorrow series, British Open Championship at Shenington and Kartmasters. In addition he continued his association with the local Hunts Kart Racing Club, which races at Kimbolton.

  • The Formula Rotax Minimax class is for competitors aged 11-16 and uses adult sized chassis and powerful watercooled 125cc Rotax engines, which are restricted for  this class. There is however a significant jump in power and cornering speed compared to the Cadet class.

  • As soon as he turned 13 Jon moved up to the Formula Junior Rotax class for 13 – 16 year old drivers, competing at club, national and international level.

  • Having raced karts for 6 years Jonathan decided that he would like a new challenge. A visit to Brands Hatch for the final round of the Aprilia RS125 Superteens Championship gave him a taste for road racing.

  • Just in case he did not take to bikes, it was decided to combine karting and bike racing in 2005.

  • A pair of Aprilia’s were obtained during the winter and Jon managed to learn to ride a motorcycle at 2 wet and cold practise days at Llandow in Wales in Feruary.

  • Following a steady start at Brands Hatch in March, Jon made rapid progress throughout the year with substantial improvements in his lap times and race results to finish 15th overall in the championship.

  • He will concentrate fully on road racing for 2006, with high hopes of competing for top honours in both the Aprilia RS125 Superteens and ACU Star Championships.