REINGING Porsche Michelin Sprint Challenge champion and Porsche Michelin Junior Oscar Targett will experience life on the other side of the microphone this weekend.
The Earl Bamber Motorsport driver will trade helmet for headphones as he joins the Speed Series broadcast team this weekend, calling the Porsche Michelin Sprint Challenge races alongside long-time Porsche caller Richard Craill.
The 19-year-old from Brisbane will be the first of several Porsche Michelin Juniors to rotate through the commentary box at Sprint Challenge rounds this year in what is a rare opportunity to expose the categories young talent to the media and broadcasting side of the sport.
“It’s something new and exciting for me, but also something I have been wanting to do for a while now,” Targett said.
“I’m looking forward to learning about how another aspect of the sport outside of driving works. I think I’ll be able to add some insight from a drivers perspective on not only how the car drives, but also some of the decisions that drivers make while overtaking or defending.”
As well as working in the commentary box, Targett will remain closely focussed on the performance of his own EBM team via coaching support for their new star rookie – Team Porsche NZ driver Tom Bewley.
The Kiwi started his campaign well at Phillip Island and sits second in the championship behind early leader, Willie Exton.
“I think Tom will be strong based on what we have seen in testing at the circuit, but it’s hard to pick,” Targett said.
“I think Ramu (Farrell) could be one to watch. He was super quick in testing and it can be quite hard to pass at Sydney Motorsport Park so if he qualifies well he will be tough to beat.
“One of the best things about Sprint Challenge is how competitive it is and that’s one of the reasons it is so good preparation for Carrera Cup. I can’t see this weekend being any different.”
Following practice and qualifying on Friday, two races on Saturday will be filled with action – including one under lights on Saturday night broadcast live on 7plus and 7mate.
Sunday’s Jim Richards Enduro encounter completes the weekend and will be shown on 7plus.
