2018 Formula 3 champion Cian Carey

Carey first Irish champion in British Formula 3

Ratoath's Cian Carey was crowned 2018 British Formula 3 champion at the weekend to complete a marvellous season.

“It’s an absolute dream to become the first Irish man to win the British Formula 3 cup title," stated Carey. 

"I have worked and trained so hard this season to make this happen. 

"Every race we went to we had the pace to win and I can’t thank all the guys at Chris Dittmann Racing enough for an unbelievable 
car all year and especially to Shane and Neill who have spannered my car. 

"It’s a credit to everyone in the team and to take the team championship as well is the icing on the cake," added the Meath driver.

Carey took double pole in qualifying and was aiming to add to his points tally before adverse weather conditions saw the race abandoned on the final day of the season.

But it led to jubilant scenes as the title was confirmed after a tremendous season – while Chris Dittmann Racing took the team accolade for good measure.