A TRIP to the Australian Grand Prix and being in awe of the speed and meticulous manoeuvres for Jack Thomas was a winning formula.

"In high school, at Kerang Tech, we had a trip to the Grand Prix in year 10 or 11," he said.

"I had never seen Formula 1 or V8 Supercars before and seeing just how fast they go and how impressive they corner so quickly definitely got me interested.

"I'd always enjoy...