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taking victory. Due to Seat Sports shock withdrawal from motorsport and based on a financial decision with his sponsors Lawson elected not to take the unappealing first prize of a drive in Seats
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were notable additions who were immediately on the pace. A change of rules meant that Adam was allowed to defend his title, although Mussi and
Waterworth did not return. Lawson dominated the first half of the season, but Adam came back at him to lead the standings going into the final round. Lawson
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went on to win race two. Both these drivers would battle it out to the fifth and final championship meeting of the season at
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Champion Jonathan Adam defending his title in 2008
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709:"Adam confirmed as champ".
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90:Last Drivers' champion
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