Crystal Palace sprint thrills the crowds More than 5,000 visitors attended the sprint meeting at Crystal Palace last weekend, London's only motorsport event, according to the organising Sevenoaks and District Motor Club. Its Motorsport at the Palace weekend, now in its third consecutive year after a brief renaissance 10 years ago, raised more than £3,500 for local charities St Christopher's Hospice and The Royal London Society for Blind People. After two days of thrilling action under glorious late May sunshine, newcomer Gary Thomas took the fastest time of the weekend, powering his Force PT around the tight course in 33.80 seconds, shattering the previous lap record in the process. The London Borough of Bromley continues to support the event, which gets larger and better every year. Its deputy mayor, Ian Payne, said: "What an excellent event, evident by the number of people supporting. Well done to all who participated and long may this partnership continue. It is good to see one of the parks used in this way. Martin Chinnery of the Sevenoaks and District Motor Club said: "What a fantastic weekend of motorsport. It really is wonderful to see so many visitors enjoying this unique event. On behalf of the Club, I'd like to thank all the competitors, exhibitors, sponsors and spectators who helped make Motorsport at the Palace 2012 such a huge success. We look forward to seeing you all next year.