Grit, speed, and family
Jayden Shearing’s standout season
Rising young racer Jayden has come a long way since we first interviewed him during his rental karting days. Now competing at a far higher level, he reflects on the key moments, lessons, and progress that have shaped his standout season.
Jayden, it’s great to have you back with us. The first time we interviewed you, you were racing in rental kart championships. Looking back, what did that first year teach you?
Jayden: That was my foundation year. Everyone had identical karts, so it really came down to driving skill. I learned racecraft, how to handle pressure, and I realised how much I loved the sport. It set the tone for everything that’s followed.
The following year you made the big jump to owner karting and joined Nibsport. How much of a step up was that?
It was huge. Suddenly I was responsible for my own kart’s performance—setup, tyres, engine tuning, the lot. Joining Nibsport helped massively because I had experienced people guiding me. It made me much more focused and competitive.
This year you came off your novice plates and immediately started fighting at the front. How does it feel racing at that level now?
It feels amazing. The pace is faster, the competition is tougher, and every decision matters. But this is exactly the level I’ve been working to reach.
Your biggest highlight was taking fifth place at the Southern Championships—your first race back after a knee injury. That must have felt special.
That trophy means a lot. I’d taken a couple of months off to heal, so I wasn’t sure how I’d perform coming back. Finishing fifth in such a strong field was a massive confidence boost.
You also collected Top Novice awards from both Clay Pigeon Kart Club and Forest Edge Kart Club, plus a fourth-place trophy at Clay Pigeon. What did those achievements mean to you?
Those awards showed real progress. Being recognised as top novice at two clubs felt brilliant, and the fourth-place at Clay Pigeon was another highlight—it’s a challenging track with strong drivers.
This year you made the A Final at every National Kart Cup round you entered. How proud are you of that consistency?
Really proud. Making every A Final shows I’m becoming a solid front-runner, not just having occasional good races.
We’ve also heard that your dad, Wayne, has stepped up to become your full-time mechanic. How has that changed things?
It’s honestly been amazing. Dad learning the mechanical side and supporting me in the paddock has brought us even closer. We’ve built a proper bond through the early mornings, late nights, and all the problem-solving. I couldn’t do it without him.
Who has been your biggest support on your journey?
Honestly, I’ve been really lucky to have a huge amount of support behind me. My sponsors — Yesss Electrical, Edgewater Homes, and BH Live — have been incredible. Without them, I simply wouldn’t be able to race at this level. They’ve backed me from early on, believed in my potential, and helped give me the opportunities I need to keep progressing. I’m genuinely grateful for everything they do.
And of course, my family has been massive for me too. My uncles are at the track almost every race weekend, shouting encouragement from the sidelines and keeping my spirits high no matter how the day is going. Having that kind of support, people who show up for you rain or shine, makes such a difference. They remind me why I love this sport and push me to keep giving it everything.
We can’t wait to see what’s next, Jayden.
Thank you! I’m excited for what’s to come.
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