British Touring Car Championship organisers have unveiled plans for a one-off 60-mile race to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the championship in 2018, taking place at Snetterton in July.
The event, which will be the final of three races of the day at the Norfolk circuit, will take place on Sunday 29 July and will feature all cars competing without any success ballast and double championship points on offer.
Ahead of the race, a separate qualifying session will be held on the Saturday before the event, with all cars able to take part at their base weights.
The 2018 season will still feature 30 races over ten weekends, with all other races being held in line with the regular format of the series.
“We are delighted to confirm this special extended race as part of the BTCC’s diamond jubilee celebrations,” said BTCC Series Director Alan Gow of the ‘Diamond Double’ event.
“As well, there will be a number of additional activities to celebrate our 60th anniversary throughout 2018 which will be revealed over the next few months.
“We believe this 60-mile race, roughly double the distance of a normal BTCC encounter, will add a further sporting twist to what will be a fantastic and memorable season.
“I am sure our loyal teams, drivers, venues, officials, sponsors, partners, marshals and of course our fans will share in this excitement, making the Snetterton race weekend an unmissable event in 2018.”