Hoy vs Hamilton in Wembley Showdown

News Posted: 19th November 2008

Britain's two most successful racers from 2008 - Chris Hoy and Lewis Hamilton - will go head-to-head at Wembley Stadium next month, as Britain's triple Olympic gold medal winner takes on the youngest ever Formula One World Champion as part of the entertainment package that will run alongside The Race of Champions on Sunday, December 14.

Above: Hoy and Hamilton will go head-to-head

On a parallel track, Hoy will take to the saddle of a bike whilst Hamilton will take to the seat of a Mercedes-Benz road car. Starting side-by-side on a tight and twisty course which is alien to both machines, the two stars will race around the circuit in the ultimate test of man and machine.

Hoy said: "I'm a big motor racing fan and I've seen The Race of Champions on TV so to be there in the flesh is going to be great and to be actually able to compete and take part in it is fantastic.

"I can kick out about two and a half brake horsepower so that's not going to quite match his car but I think they'll make the race as close as possible and I'll be giving it absolutely everything; I'm really looking forward to it."

Tickets for The Race of Champions are on sale now by calling 0844 412 1743, or online at www.raceofchampions.com. Adult prices start at £18 and child tickets at £9.