Nesbitt wins Jim Clark Rally

Andrew Nesbitt, in probably his toughest victory to date, has won the Jim Clark Rally in Edinburgh.

Andrew Nesbitt, in probably his toughest victory to date, has won the Jim Clark Rally in Edinburgh.

Derek McGarrity had led the Rally from the start until a broken prop-shaft ended his charge.

Leading British Championship driver Jonny Milner inherited the lead and he and Nesbitt battled for the next 5 stages.

Nesbitt eventually took the lead after Milner punctured only to fall foul of a clutch problem with his Subaru.

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He lost 30 seconds on a road penalty and dropped further time before storming over the final 4 stages to win by 2 minutes 37 seconds. commencing the first weekend in August.