News: Shelley hits the top spot in Turkey
Shelley is delighted to have made history in P1 power boating this weekend. Her result in the second of this weekend's races not only means that Shelley has her first Supersport Grand Prix under her belt but that the all girl team have scored that amazing first too!
The race was not without incident - Shelley and Audrienne were once again penalised for over speeding in the race, largely as a result of their total concentration on trimming the boat for ultimate performance and taking their eye of the speedo!
The penalty meant a disappointing drop from second to fourth but there was enough in the bag from yesterday to take that historic win.
Reacting to the remarkable news, an overwhelmed Jory held back the tears after the hard weekend's racing on the stunning Bosphorus waterway in Istanbul.
To be the first all-lady team in any sport is pretty special but to make history is a completely different sensation. It's wonderful to prove that we can actually go out there and regularly compete with the boys. Everyone was so supportive and congratulated us on a deserved victory.
Paying tribute to her co-pilot, Jory highlighted the champion-pair's instinctive understanding and positive communication as key components of their success. "We both share the same passion, determination and ambition for powerboat racing. We communicate our feelings even whilst driving."
All eyes will now be on the girls for the next race in Italy in two weeks time
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