The mist of the Scottish Lowlands shrouded the Knockhill racetrack, accompanied by a light drizzle, it provided difficult conditions for race drivers to go out for early morning practice. Despite getting out of bed early to join the practice, the Techspeed Motorsport team decided against going out on the track. The conditions weren't favourable for a worthwhile practice, Paul O'Neill and Annie Templeton, Techspeed's drivers, felt their cars were set up well for the track and appeared to be working well in the shortened qualifying session on the previous day. The only thing they could do before the sprint race in preparation was 'wait and see' what the weather did and make a firm decision on wet or slick tyres. The drivers passed the time in a relaxed manner: quipping with each other, watching the support races and signing autographs as eager fans walked past.

Paul's manager mentioned that Paul doesn't mind the rain during a race, as long as the tyres are right and visibility is good.

As the race drew near, both Paul and Annie decided on slick tyres, the weather had brightened and the mist had gone. As the mechanics prepared the cars, the drivers sat in front of their cars amidst the crowds for the Pit lane walkabout: an opportunity for drivers and fans to meet and interact. One lucky female fan - or should that be driver? - got her t-shirt signed by Paul. Paul blushed, but was obviously more than happy to do it.

The cars were pushed on to the start line and underwent final preparations for the start of the race, while photographers and television representatives used the opportunity to get near the cars and drivers. Through the windscreen, it is possible to see the drivers staring ahead, almost like there's no-one around them, visualising what has to be done in the next half an hour. They are wished good luck by the team and then they're on their own. The radio in their cars is the electronic umbilical cord to the team, but only advice and information can travel through that; the race is down to the drivers alone now.

The Sprint race was eventful for Annie as her car's oil pump casing broke, giving an improvised pyrotechnic display over Duffus Dip and the gravel nearby. Paul was luckier and finished seventh in the Production class.

Both cars were brought back to the team tent, and garage for the weekend, while the drivers fed themselves on a carbohydrate-rich lunch. Both are physically very fit, Paul devoting his time, during the week, in equal quantities between his part time job at Ikea and physical training. The mechanics were hard at work attempting to fix Annie's car in time for the Feature race later in the afternoon, while Paul's car was still running well and needed little attention, save for a quick polish and shine before the race.

By the time lunch was finished, the official results had been printed and distributed to all the teams in the paddock. Paul and Annie study the times and discuss other drivers' performances, incidents that occurred during the Sprint race and analyse the speed of other cars. Annie decides to take a nap in between races, in an attempt to relax further and prepare for the longer, more arduous Feature race. Paul opts to go and watch some more support races.

The Feature race was vaguely similar to the Sprint race in terms of the final outcome, Paul again finished seventh, while Annie's race finished on lap 23.

The day is over as far as the racers are concerned. Their work is done until the next race. The team pack the cars into a lorry along with the tent and equipment.

The race day didn't begin too well with the lack of opportunity for practice, but it was astonishing to see the way the team works together in almost fluid harmony, knowing precisely what needs doing, drivers co-operating with mechanics in search of the best car set-up and the best outcome for all. Despite the driver being alone out on the track, the mechanics, managers and sponsors behind them are just as important. A structure of reliance on others is present and a well-rounded team is the result. As yet, a Techspeed driver has not touched the top step of the podium, but with such a good team behind them, you feel it won't be long before they do.