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Last minute practice for opening meeting at Brooklands. Despite a drizzling rain
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Last minute practice for opening meeting at Brooklands. Despite a drizzling rain
Last minute practice for opening meeting at Brooklands.
Despite a drizzling rain, many competitors in the opening meeting of the Brooklands race track on Monday were out trying out their cars on the course.
Competitors trying out their cars in the rain on the mountain track at Brooklands.
26 March 1932
TopFoto independent historic photographs and images all subjects and eras
Media ID 11218490
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the last-minute practice session for the opening meeting at Brooklands race track. Despite a persistent drizzling rain, the determined competitors refused to let it dampen their spirits as they took to the course in their sleek racing cars. The image, taken on 26 March 1932, transports us back to a time between the wars when Europe was buzzing with excitement and anticipation. The monochrome tones add a timeless quality to this photograph, emphasizing both the grit and elegance of these early racing machines. It is evident that these drivers were not just enthusiasts but true professionals who understood that practice makes perfect. The mountain track at Brooklands provided an ideal setting for them to test their skills under challenging conditions. As they maneuvered through each turn and conquered every twist and bend, one could almost feel their adrenaline pumping through the frame. This photograph is a testament to human determination and passion for speed. It reminds us of an era where risk-taking was celebrated, pushing boundaries was encouraged, and motorsport held an undeniable allure. Preserved by TopFoto. co. uk's exceptional collection of European photography from the twentieth century, this image serves as a window into history – capturing not only a moment frozen in time but also encapsulating the spirit of those who dared to chase victory against all odds.
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