Sport
5 November, 2024
Teen’s putting pedal to the metal
LOCAL racing driver Matthew Boylett has put the pedal to the metal, leaving a blazing hot trail behind him as he powers forward to his next destination at New South Wales’s One Raceway for the Dunlop Destiny National Series this December.
Only 16-years-old, Matthew has made remarkable progress in only two years of racing Hyundai Excels, finishing fifth overall in the Series X3 Queensland State Championships, competing over five rounds across southeast Queensland in his first year of racing.
Having recently competed at Winton Raceway in Victoria as part of the Australian Excel National Series, Matthew endured challenging weather conditions and limited track time to achieve an impressive third place finish for the round.
Matthew’s father Wayne Boylett said Matthew had dedicated almost all his time training, with whatever he could, wherever he could.
“Matthew dedicates a significant amount of time to sim racing, as we don’t have local tracks for practice in Far North Queensland,” he said.
“Leading up to each race meet, he also participates in practice days to hone his skills.”
He also said the countless hours of training had truly paid off, reflecting on Matthew’s current status and recent achievements in the racing world.
“Currently, Matthew is leading the Series X3 Queensland State Championships with just one round remaining in November,” he said.
“Matthew also served as a co-driver in another car for the Nankang Enduro 300 at Queensland Raceway, which featured 150km endurance races.”
Assured with Matthew’s incredible achievements, Mr Boylett said he had high hopes for the upcoming challenge.
“Matthew is set to race at One Raceway in NSW for the Dunlop Destiny National Series from December 6-8,” he said.
“Following his strong performance in the last round, we’re optimistic about his potential for success.
“His next goal is to secure a spot in the top three of the Dunlop Destiny Series rounds.”
