Bentley Supersports Burnout at Goodwood Festival of Speed Captured in Dramatic Photograph
A photograph of the Pymkhana Bentley Supersports doing a burnout at the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed reveals the precision and pressure behind the moment, according to driver Paul Rees and photographer Mark Fagelson.
- 666 PS
- 20
- 250 m
- 10
What Happened
The Pymkhana Bentley Supersports, driven by Paul Rees, performed a dramatic burnout at the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed, captured by photographer Mark Fagelson. The image shows the 666 PS rear-wheel-drive car sideways with massive tyre smoke. Both professionals prepared meticulously for the split-second moment.
“With a photo like that, half the work is done beforehand. You’ve got to get to the right place, at the right time, with the right equipment. Then you’re in the hands of the driver.”
“I’ve got 666 PS going to the rear wheels and all the driver aids switched off, so the Supersports is ready to play. ... I was smiling every moment from the green light all the way to the top.”
Fagelson described the moment as a one-time opportunity. He used a 400 mm lens and a camera capturing 20 frames per second. Rees controlled the burnout using the car's modified simultaneous braking and acceleration. Both expressed nervousness but were thrilled with the result, calling it a defining image of the 2026 festival.
Previously from Bentley Motors Ltd.
Bentley displayed 14 cars at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, including the UK dynamic debut of the Pymkhana Supersports. This is the same car featured in the dramatic burnout photograph.
Background drawn from MotorClaw's earlier coverage of Bentley Motors Ltd.'s official releases.
Why this matters
The image showcases the collaboration between a stunt driver and a photographer to create a defining moment at one of the world's most prestigious automotive events. It highlights the split-second timing and preparation required for motorsport photography, offering insight into the artistry behind the scenes.
Terms in This Story
- PS
- Pferdestärke, a metric unit of horsepower commonly used in Europe.
- burnout
- A maneuver where the driver spins the rear wheels to produce smoke and heat, often as a display of power.
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