We had a blast from the past. A lot of old friends we haven't seen in years were there and it was just like old times. For me, of particular note was seeing old friends, Gary Magwood, Clive Rayman and Brian Stewart. Gary was a formidable Formula Atlantic driver, Clive Formula Ford and Brian, well what can I say. Brian Stewart Racing has probably done more to promote Canadian drivers ( including Paul Tracy) up through the Indycar ranks.
......................Brian Stewart (Brian Stewart Racing) and Gary Magwood
..........Brian Stewart, Norris McDonald (Toronto Star) and Clive Rayman.
Even though it has been years since we have seen one another, you fall back into relationships very fast and except for the added bit weight, graying hair, or lack of it, it is like a leap back in time.
In 1962, Stirling Moss donated one of his trophies to BARC. Since then it has been awarded yearly to the highest finishing BARC member in the Ontario Region Championship. In 1970 I was fortunate enough to have my name placed on it. In 1981, Davy Jones. In 1982, Scott Goodyear and in 1987, Ron Fellows. I guess I am in fairly good company.
The evening ended earlier than I had hoped but it was good fun. Maybe we can all get together again for the 60th anniversary.
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