A 10-year-old boy has started his racing career by competing in the Club100 national championships and the Daniel Ricciardo Series at Llandow karting circuit in Wales.

Ethan McNally-Roberts competed against 60 talented and experienced drivers from all over the country.

He progressed from the back of the grid in the C final through to the B final encountering changing weather conditions, which challenged his driving skills.

The young racer progressed from Group C with an outstanding performance starting from 14th finishing in 2nd, this allowed him to progress to Group B.

Starting at the back of the grid in 22nd place, he battled through to get to 13th place.

The final was a hard fought and saw McNally-Roberts progress up to 4th position, but an unfortunate racing incident saw him pushed back to final 10th position.

His determination and drive was rewarded with ‘Driver of the Day’ in the cadet super lightweight class Club100.

McNally-Roberts also participates in the Daniel Ricciardo Series DRS35 which is giving him new challenges with different circuits and competitors.

He also competes in indoor karting at TeamSport Avonmouth where he was recently crowned Summer Rookie Champion 2024 and has also just qualified in second place for the British Indoor Karting Championship local finals.

Should he progress, the next stages are regional and national finals.

He has also recently competed at Herefordshire Raceway in the Cadet Summer Championship, his first complete outdoor championship, which he finished 4th of 18 beginners.

The 10-year-old has had to battle through some tough times with health issues two years ago, which almost cost him his life.

He has shown great determination and courage to get to where he is at now.

His dad, John McNally-Roberts, said: "Ethan has come a long way in a short time with the support of his family, his race team Stalloni Campioni Racing and through his determination.

"Ethan enjoys being part of a team and encouraging his teammates.

"Ethan also thinks about how to give back to others, and would like to raise money for Bristol Children’s Hospital Grand Appeal, which has saved his life twice."