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Richard Göransson wins BMW Sports Trophy

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Richard Göransson won the BMW Sports Trophy 2010, just days after he was awarded Driver of The Year in Sweden.
“My fourth STCC title means a lot to me and to be on op in the BMW Sports Trophy just makes the title even more fantastic and a great confirmation of the great season we’ve had,” said Göransson.

214 drivers from 25 countries took part in BMW Sports Trophy, competing for the total prize pot of 250 000 euro. Göransson was awarded 30 000 euro.

“It is nice to meet and compete with BMW drivers from all over the world and to finish on top is a great feeling. A big thanks to BMW for their support,” said Göransson.

BMW Motorsport boss Mario Theissen handed over the trophy to Göransson and was pleased with the Swede’s efforts.

“Richard has consistently been one of the most successful BMW privateers. He won the competition back in 2004 and has since been a worthy representative of the BMW colours, winning countless races. This year’s triumph with the BMW 320si in Sweden deserves the greatest respect,” said Theissen.

Other touring car racers in the BMW Sports Trophy results were Sergio Hernández in eighth place, Steven Kane in ninth, Franz Engstler in 14th, Duncan Huisman in 15th, Mat Jackson in 16th, Thed Björk in 17th and Rob Collard in 25th.