My First Year As A Real Racing Driver

[@Jardier]

Im as proud as little simracer boy can be!!!

[@cambuurleeuwarden]

thiccc simracer

[@smully39]

Jards and Jimmer RL Enduro when?

[@philkensebben157]

World Dad is most proud!

[@MrPabhilash]

Jimmer, Jambol, Shedboi, Jim. This comment will likely get lost in the sea of positivity that you so deserve right now. To see you graduate from yeeting people in iRacing to winning your first ever motorsports series has been nothing short of sensational to the entire racing community, and it's been a shining example of what anyone can do when they put their mind, heart and 10,000 litres of energy drink to it. We love you, and we can't fucking wait to see what the future unfolds for you, especially with that errr bronze certificate.

[@niuniuhhh]

Jimmy Shedboi and Super Steve GT Albon replace retiring Lewis Hamilton and young britan George Russell at Mercedes for 2023.

[@benshapiro4436]

@@niuniuhhh Jimmy Broadbent, 3 time F1 World Champion

[@niuniuhhh]

@@benshapiro4436 Steve Brown 666 grand prix victorys

[@Vertical-sandwiches]

CRINGE!!!!!!

[@sebastianpeheim8851]

congrats on the most liked comment

[@GPLaps]

Dude you've got a legit Goodyear podium hat that you've earned. thats so rad

[@MikeLikesBikes095]

Absolutely agree, love your content too. Your love for sim racing and history is super inspirational!

[@timocallaghan4408]

Patiently waiting for when you and SuperGT are the F1 commentators in 30 years

[@albinorhino6]

We’re going to meme them all the way to the top spot!

[@apolopanda2393]

Honestly that would be amazing 😍😁

[@Darkwing0701]

Jimmy, I wonder if you actually realize just how many you inspire? You remain so relatable and I'm sure many of us live vicariously through you. I'm genuinely incredibly happy that you have progressed so far along your journey.

[@PCrofts]

Well said.

[@leon_247]

Great words

[@Vanpotheosis]

People actually live vicariously through others? ... how? Why?

[@maxversthappening8166]

Man literally went from driving fake cars in his moms shed to being a race winning driver with a factory team. Talk about dedication.

[@boostedmedia]

You did an absolutely amazing job mate. I can't even imagine how difficult it must have been to battle not only the demons in your own mind, but also the amount of pressure you must have felt to perform. Did us all very proud.

[@bencornejo5114]

"I won't let anyone take this away from me not even myself" Some profound words Jimmer. A quote to live by.

[@stormshadow2k]

This.

[@nfg_racing7968]

You it really is inspiring because what most people don't realize is other people and outside obstacles are not what hold them back 99.9% of the time it is yourself that holds you back and gets in your way you have to learn to get out of your way in life or you will never do the things you wanna do

[@Boshirou]

Alongside "I don't give a fuck"

[@TommoMcCluskey]

Well in Jim, proud of you man.

[@skelegames6892]

Such a great finish to a season full of ups and downs, we are all so proud of you and of how far you’ve come. Real racing boi Jimmer

[@MrSir747]

Couldn't have happened to a better person. Cheers to the man who got me hooked on not only sim racing, but more importantly, making me believe that nothing is impossible.

[@barsgecgil3437]

Cheers to that! Well said!!

[@catherinemichel6673]

okay. What DID you actually do? you managed, through your Sim Races and your humble personality, was to unite people from all over the world, your fans and supporters, in one unified support team who lived every moment of your IRL experience with you! You gave us all a FACE we knew, not some anonymous racing driver, but a friend who'd made his dream come true! We all backed you, supported you, lived the dream WITH you and rejoiced when you did well...because it seemed you did it all for US as well as for yourself! Think about that Jimmy. People from ALL OVER THE WORLD, people who watched you Sim Race and then do it in REAL LIFE and stay approachable and humble about something we'd ALL like to be able to do! Every single one of us out here would almost kill to get the chance you got and we DID live it through you! In the process you Sim Raced with real guys from Formula 1 and found that they, despite their godlike reputations, were just real people who had fun with playing games and welcomed you and helped you get better! You gave us a real face, a real "friend" in a REAL RACE CAR and you shared your emotions with us. You made us love you and you brought us into a world we'd never have been able to enter without you. And...you made your Grandfather proud, you know you did. He was undoubtedly smiling down on you with every lap you drove and was right there with you when you and Gordie collected P1 trophies. Well done lad. Well done indeed, from this 74 year old Grandma from the U.S.

[@imfrcd]

I agree, from a 68 year old, almost grandpa in the U.S. Well said.

[@MrManBuzz]

That's actually really wholesome and hearty warming to see more mature people watching and enjoying the shed boi as well. I hope this doesn't come across as patronising or insulting but, you sound like the kind of cool grandma wished I had growing up. (all of mine passed before I was born)

[@imfrcd]

@@MrManBuzz I understand, I never had a grandfather.

[@Pallidum]

46 year old auntie here. We're all so proud of our jimmer.

[@KevinBaynham]

29 year old South African here. Well done mate, and thank you for letting us vicariously live the racing driver dream. All the best for the next season!

[@BWSSoldya]

Hey Jim, just wanted to point out that Jem already spilled the beans and mentioned you were teaming up with geordie next year and that was the reason for the team switch. She mentioned it in the video on the praga KZbin channel of the last race. Also wanted to say its been a blast following your adventures. I know its been a difficult but rewarding year in terms of the first year of racing, but as a fan, I'd love to see more videos on the IRL racing. It was a bit limited this year to all the races and practice sessions you did. Any chance we can get more in between stuff as well? Maybe more q&a stuff, perhaps interview team mates or engineers or other drivers or behind the scenes or something. Anything that's just more IRL racey content

[@mjqt9921]

Agree with everything. This comment deserves more upvotes!

[@imfrcd]

We need to give Jem & the others support, too.

[@MikeSmith-rd9fi]

The real reason is that he fancied her

[@sdam8080]

Might find that it’s not allowed for somethings. I’m thinking because of things like tv rights and maybe sponsors or people not agreeing etc. could be a minefield. But that’s just me guessing and spitting shit outta my ass on things I know naff all about. Anyway. Great work jimmy. Proves that jut about anything is possible. Dream big. Try hard and pray for a lot of luck. Jimmy and lando as mclaren teammates 2026.

[@ssc4564]

"I will not let anyone take that away from me" and damn F***ING straight aswell Jimmer. So proud and much love!

[@RaceSimCentral]

I'm so happy you pushed past your brain for that first test. In my opinion that was your biggest challenge of the season and I am really proud of you for that more than anything else.

[@goki6548]

You inspired tens of thousands of people like me to get into the wonderfull world of simracing. Love the content, keep it up :).

[@NikitaAlexeevdjeiden]

Now THAT"S a definitive proof that sim-driver can become real driver, and excellent one at that! Now whenever the argument is going to pop-up whether simulators help or don't when it comes to real cars I am going to send a link to this video and this entire channel. Proud of you Jimmer!

[@Vanpotheosis]

Why would that be an argument? Fighter pilots spend more time in Sims than they do the sky.

[@NikitaAlexeevdjeiden]

@@Vanpotheosis You wouldn't believe in denial I've encountered over the years. In internet as well as real life. People just brush off sims as video games and nothing more, believing that they are useless when it comes to real situations.

[@Vanpotheosis]

@Nikita Alexeev wow. Well, those people are never gonna make it 😆

[@The-D33J]

Dude, you are seriously one of the nicest guys on KZbin and I don't think I can name anyone more deserving of the success you've had. From a fellow mental health sufferer, don't ever stop believing in yourself, your a huge inspiration to us all!

[@deaks25]

A phrase that has helped me when I doubt myself: Don't ever worry that there is someone better at a thing than you, because no matter how good some is, there is always someone better. And in racing even more so, because no-one can actually agree who the GOAT racing driver actually is, so why worry about it, because it's all subjective in the end and in racing, you can be the literal best in the field and still not win. Put simply, you've raced a racing car, in a sanctioned race series and you and your team mate have won races with the trophy to prove it. No ifs, ands, or buts, that's the facts, simple as, end of. And given where you started out from having had to move into the shed at that massive low point, to stabilise your life, and then push on up to the point you're living one of your literal dreams is an achievement beyond measure. I've said it comments before, but you Jimmy are one of my examples of how no matter how far or low we fall, we CAN come back from it, we CAN get better and the metaphorical morning WILL come. It's a hard journey, but you are proof it can be done and screw anything else, I will cheer that all day long. Some of the hair cuts are kind of dumb though, you need to work on that ;)

[@Cynsham]

Bwoah, get him his gloves and steering wheel and we all know Kimi Räikkönen is the goat of F1. Imagine if he had his drink during the race.. all jokes aside though i agree jimmy is deserving of everything

[@JakePetrolhead]

A true fairytale ending to the season, and I'm always going to well up with tears seeing Gordy bring it home for your first win. You're an amazing ambassador for sim racing, but more importantly than that - a genuinely brilliant human being.

[@s_paknaloid1351]

You always come across very well, as a thoroughly decent person. In a world where nice guys often come last, it’s great to see you doing what you love and loving what you do. All power to you.

[@thethubbedone]

The honesty and clarity with which you express your emotions really inspires me. Thanks for being who you are on camera. It can't be easy to put yourself out there like that.

[@mjqt9921]

Agreed 100%, and it's that honesty and willingness to bring us along for the ride which keeps me a huge fan of Jimmer.

[@evantebay500]

It's incredible to see how far you have come as a person over the last year or two. From the Guy living in a shed who struggled with confidence, to now being a Homeowner and a winning race car driver as well as having an incredible online family and dream car collection.

[@dannyleeracing]

The reason this sort of thing is so resonant with sim racers is because we all love stories of people entering that universe coming from this universe because all of us have a granule of that hope in our heads. Vanishingly few will do it, so it's a great job that sim racing is now a monster in it's own right. Nowadays we have a lot of reason to be hopeful but little reason to be sad, racing other folks online is easy and risk free - the vast majority of racing drivers have sacrificed a lot in other areas of life to get in their seats and stay there and a lot of them come out the other end with nothing to show for it whilst everyone else was settling down, building careers, it's easy to envy people that are in the industry but nothing comes for free. Great work!

[@cameron5802]

I am so proud of you Jimmy, and honored to be a fan of such a dedicated and inspirational person.

[@barsgecgil3437]

Thank you so much to editor chan for always bringing us awsome videos and clean cut edits. And Jimmer, man, I was in tears after this video because even tho there is a very small chance of you seeing this you got me through so much. You being on your own journey, you not giving up, you going through everything yet coming out on the end having achived your dreams thats just a mighty inspiring story mate. You got me through my darkest of the darkest times, you gave me an escape through the streams and the videos and you played a big part in making sure I exist today. I am eternally greatfull to you for doing the things you are doing and allowing us to be a part of this journey. For creating a community like this. Lastly in my eyes you deserved and earned this all and I know deep down that you will have many more achivements to come. Just don't forget, PlsNoPunterino!! Cheers!

[@ABH-82]

Congratulations on a great season and thanks for addressing the incident at Brands, my Dad was a marshall that day and I was sat in the grandstand next to the incident, the whole thing shook me to the core and is still difficult to think about. Here's to next year, best of luck.

[@BadWallaby]

This is why I love KZbin! I love seeing a creator I’ve followed for years, grow and change. But most of all I’m so happy to see you enjoying the shit out of what you’ve built and strived to achieve! Keep it up Jimbo we love ya!

[@joraforever9899]

Jimmy's life is a real rags to riches story. And this is still the beginning!

[@amicloud_yt]

A shed to podium story.

[@MrManBuzz]

I got emotional at the part where you said your mind went back to the first time you streamed on KZbin and how your life was back then. I don't really comment or say much in the streams, but I've been following you since you less than 10k subscribers I think. I still remember vividly that GT3 stream where someone donated like 100 quid and it dawned on you that, this may actually be something you could do for a living. I've had a lot of my own struggles, many similar to yours and like you, I've wanted to be a racing driver since I was a child. That dream probably isn't going to come through for me, but I'm glad it did for you Jimmy. There's a lot of people who get success who I begrudge for not deserving it, or taking it for granted, but you definitely don't fit into that category. I'm glad the dream can come true for some people who genuinely deserve it.

[@Heaps88]

This gave me a tear in the eyes. So proud of you Jimmy. From a random viewer across the pond!

[@SpartanMJO12]

The only race I missed was Brands, which of course sadly didn't go ahead. Still can't believe you and Gordie winning both races at Donington. Hopefully you've got a seat in a car next year so I can continue watching my favourite IRL simracer!

[@Mainecracka]

Jimmy not only am I proud of all your achievements, but the fact that at one time in your life you struggled with depression and anxiety. The fact that you are now comfortable enough to share each and every emotion with us shows me just how strong you’ve become.

[@pilotpr0jekt883]

Man, you have so much evolved in the Last 8 years and this is like your favourite tv show where things that happen make you happy. You deserve it so much, and evolving from a strange, funny youtube twat to an actual driver is something that made me happy. You lead me through good and Bad times, and most of the time, being alone and sad at home, there will be a funny dude that makes me smile, even in bad times. Thank you for being you, really!

[@cHackz18]

We're all living vicariously through you Jimmy! you're living the dream for us bruv! go forth!

[@southernprideperformance2951]

It's cool to hear you talk about the fitness side. I am a performance coach for Motorsports Athletes (mostly work with Road Racers in the Motoamerica series, but have a handful of 4 wheel athletes I work with as well). While I do both physical and mental performance work, you noted the most criminally undertrained muscle group out there... the neck. The G's your neck is subject to is sheer insanity. Usually much worse in car racing than motorcycles. Love seeing this side of the journey!

[@southernprideperformance2951]

And the description of your first win... chills man. I've shared those moments with some of my athletes and working to have my own eventually. Described it to perfection.

[@redneckgaijin]

It's been incredible, sharing your highs and lows this season. Good luck in 2022, and here's hoping your career keeps trending upwards. We all would love to see you in the real-life LeMans someday!

[@hokiemonproductions9558]

Thank you Steve for covering the videography for this season!

[@liam2134]

I am starting to appreciate how much you seem to be yourself, it’s quite impressive that you have gotten a following that way, not because you are weird but that it seems you have been able to stay true to yourself the whole time, no clue if I made sense but… wanted to say something

[@jordangaulin7118]

1000 times well done! You deserve to be proud of what you did!! It was great being along for the ride! Can't wait for next year

[@sleepdeep305]

You've always been a racing driver Jimmer. You're just in some proper hardware now!

[@eamonahern7495]

What's great as well is that white board in the background with 3 very important affirmations that helped you get from the shed to where you are now. Well done Jimmy. I struggle with anxiety myself and your achievements give me hope and inspiration.

[@jaedynallen2583]

I can't wait for the day that Jimmy graduates from "guest driver" to a proper signed on racing boi. [If it hasn't already happened ;)]

[@MikkoRantalainen]

I'm waiting for the day when Jimmy is teaching the next amateur driver to be his team mate.

[@YusufC51]

I really hope that one day we can see him racing outside of the UK in a big series like WEC or IMSA. I really think he has potential to be able to be really quick in an LMP2 if given the opportunity.

[@fanaticdavid]

I want to like this video a thousand times. So honest, so heartfelt...I got chills. Some might say you're just a KZbinr I'm subscribed to, but I feel so pround to even know you at all. To hear you talk about your successes and your failures, your bravery and your fears, how you didn't let anything or even yourself get in the way of what you've always dreamed of...it is nothing short of inspiring. Mad respect, Jimmy! And I can't wait to hear more about what the future has in store for you.

[@pilotlasse]

Hey, Jimmer!! I've gone through a similar feeling in the past few months. I have been doing stuff besides school to get into flight training and today I got to do my first ever landing!!! Last spring I thought it would take at least another year before I could get anywhere near that. I have gone through some hard times myself and had to fight through a depression. Thank you so much for making such great content to which I've been able to relate to in the past 3 years.

[@mickthebarman]

You're a good egg Jimmy. Of course, we watching don't know you personally, but your authenticity shines through in your videos. You should be proud of what you've achieved, and continue to achieve.

[@macan94126]

You legend. You absolutely have deserved this, and I can’t wait to see more of it next year.

[@nfortin24]

All of your fans are proud of you... and don't think too hard about your moments of hesitation.. Those moments show you belong.. You felt like an imposter because you know you have a lot to learn, that's a good thing. You questioned things after the unfortunate death, which means you're a good person who isn't going to endanger others.. None of these are bad things jimmy.. keep going and we will all be here to support you

[@jerbear936]

When you guys won those two races that had to be one of the coolest things I've ever saw, racing is also a dream of mine so seeing that was inspiring.

[@chuckhei]

OMG Jimmy..... it is 100% dream comes true and I am sooooo happy about it for you! I have been watching you over the years and you passion in motorsports is just insane. You are one of the greatest story I have ever heard of! The life changing moment is so touching... Keep pushing and I wish you all the best in your racing career!!!

[@raffriff42]

Spare a thought for Praga racer Abbie Eaton (11:07), currently recovering from a broken back (!!) from a crash in the 'W' single-seater series.

[@jongillies4871]

Just wanna say I fucking love ya jimmer! So glad to have been along for this journey from almost day 1! Long may it continue 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻

[@DelightedOne]

So happy to see you grow, both channel wise and as a racing driver. I love both types of your content, be it real life vlogs or simracing. Keep doing what you love Jimmer and thank you for making this year much more bearable.

[@1997jankuschef]

Jimmy spitting straight inspirational fire at 9:35. We talk ourselves out of a lot of good things with anxiety and depression, even the obviously amazing ones. It's good to have friends who will tell you the truth, but even more important to judge yourself fairly.

[@DanHill1991]

So proud to see how well you've done this season Jimmy, against some quality drivers too and looking forward to your next racing chapter and hopefully Gordie will get closer to turning you into an absolute weapon like he is.

[@danielmolina1616]

this video made me so happy man fr, happy af for you and also super inspired by this to just keep doing me and be proud of my accomplishments

[@FeelTheDrive]

Let's go Jimmer!

[@TheInterMadness]

I went to go simracing because of you. The first couple of video's i thought they were a bit weird. But you really grew on me . And i enjoy the fact that you grown from a shed to your own home and from your chair and screen to the real life tracks. What a journey. I myself am having the best time in my current season of simracing with good people. I learned a lot. Thanks for getting out there. Be good and cant wait for the things that are coming.

[@DGARedRaven]

You literally completed a season racing a real car. If Sergey Sirotkin's one year in Williams qualifies him as F1 driver, you're definitely a racing driver. No question.

[@OliveTree487]

Bit unfair on sirotkin

[@DGARedRaven]

@@OliveTree487 How so? He literally did nothing for a whole year. Whereas our Jimmer started out in a shed, made it to a house, overcame all the BS life threw in his way AND became not only a race winner in Britcar, but also their Rookie of the Year.

[@OliveTree487]

@@DGARedRaven Well I mean Sergey Sirotkin finished 3rd in gp2, scored a point in f1 and has a 4th place finish in WEC. I mean if you think jimmer could achieve any of that, you're kidding yourself. None of this is to take away from how well jimmy has done, it's been incredibly impressive to watch. But you've got to remember the worst f1 driver is leagues above the best in a lot of other categories

[@SimonWorlds]

Well done Jimmy, you have done very well mate. I work in an Australian team of Radicals (running 4 of them atm) and I also race my own LMP3 car (although has been a few years not behind the wheel) and soon about to break the driving drought and be back on track myself soon too. I am 44 years old now and no matter what anyone tells you, anything is possible mate, those doubts can be overcome and you absolutely deserve everything you have achieved, don't let those voices telling that you don't deserve it be there. Those thoughts have no place in the mind of a racer, I am so happy for you mate, be proud and be ok with being great !!!!!!!! Keep up the good work and I wish you all the best on your racing personal development, you are great and will be great.

[@jakeozzy]

c:

[@Elusive-Seven]

Like everyone else , I just wanna say congrats Jimmer. You proper deserve this. Also I want to thank you, the content, the laughs, the ups the downs and mostly the inspiration you give so so so many people Every single person in the chat, the comments, the basement and the shed fully adores you dude. Future is bright and we will all be supporting you on the journey

[@rudyzensky7244]

Jimmy is a full time racist ,i'lm proud

[@Dunkelzeitgeist]

Inspirational dude, honestly; most of us are just playing on controllers or cheaper rigs like a G29 or something, you built your way up and got to this point, can’t wait for the future! You deserve it all

[@sebastienimary7881]

I watch you for a while now and realise just now that I wasn't subscribed ! Just wanted to tell you thank you, because YOU inspire so many people and around THE WORLD ! I'm french, living on Reunion Island, yet amazed and happy for a person that I think deserved it ! I can feel (I think) that you requestion yourself all the time. Maybe it isn't great feeling, but man, I'm sure it made you a better person ! That inspire me. Thank you.

[@VickyDreamz]

I can't say anything else than the people here before me. Been watching u for a while, couple of years now. I was here at the 500 sub mark, and so on, your LeMans win on iRacing, and I hope to be here in the future aswell and be a virtual part of your jurney. Proud of ya Jimmer!

[@MrAnimal1971]

Im very proud of you and your crew!!! You had the courage to take the many first steps that led to a podium. You took us all along with you on that thrilling ride!!! Thank you for that and for showing us that perceverence and determination leads to inspiration. Way to go Jimmers!!!!!!

[@Hlebka]

I'm very happy to hear this! Jimmer living all our simracing dreams. :) Also, I really like driving the Praga in AC. I'm slightly jealous for that reason haha.

[@SantiaTK]

I couldn't stop smiling through the last few minutes of the video. Following your journey has been so inspiring and it's beautiful to see something so *real* feeling in racing. You're not some prodigy, someone born into a family of racers, just someone who really cares about racing and I'm so glad you got this opportunity and (imo) made the absolute most of it and really shown you were willing to put the work in to do the best you can. I think you genuinely try to do something positive with your content and absolutely succeed at it. From the perspective of an outsider just watching, I think you deserve this and it's been fantastic to watch. The win was a fantastic conclusion to this chapter of real racing and I hope you get the chance to do it again, I would love to see it.

[@Strike86]

Really appreciate your emotional honestly Jimmer. It's hard for a lot of people to talk about what they go through during times like these but you brave it and share your struggles with us. Honestly this couldn't have happened to a more worthy guy, fuck whatever your brain tells you. We're all rooting for you.

[@TheRIkkyP]

Ok so it’s been a couple of days and a couple of whisky’s since I’ve watched this and I’ve some thoughts to share. It’s been a few years since I’ve started watching the content and let me tell you this. Without any shadow of a doubt, whenever someone asks you to do something it’s because you have earned it by working your ass off and by being the best at what you do. Easier said than done but you shouldn’t carry any imposter syndrome as you completely and utterly deserve every good thing that comes your way. It’s so incredible to watch someone take this as far as you have and I’m so excited to see what more is to come. It was always a dream of mine to start out in sim racing and then go all the way to IRL racing but you have actually fucking done it you superb human being you. Those of who can’t are living vicariously through you Jimmer. You’re our hero and don’t you ever fucking dare forget it. Much love from a long, long time viewer and admirer. Legend.

[@SylvainRichard]

Well deserved, this journey was incredibly fun and inspirational to watch. And thanks for being so open and honest with us. Can't wait to see you on track soon.

[@alexanderwardlaw1903]

Having watched the series I could have happily watched on. In sport of any kind its just as interesting to see the back story and understand the mental/off camera battles that go on. Really genuine video and obviously congratulations for the success!

[@mihirdeshmukh2007]

Jimmy man, you mentioning how you felt throughout the whole thing, especially how you struggled with feeling like an imposter, really hit home to me, and also just realising how much goes into something like this is just amazing to know about, just remember that we all are proud of what you have done , and congratulations on your first season and congrats on that win.

[@peternicholls5649]

JB it was well deserved and i will say this anyone that has the balls to strap themselves into any racing car and give it 110% deserves a big slap on the back..I look forward to what the future holds for you and through you live my dreams too. I look forward to watching your talent evolve to even more times spent on the top step of the podium..Have a great Xmas and New Year because 2022 is going to be thrilling im sure...

[@McStayWoodworks]

Just so proud of you and happy for you Jimmy. Maybe that is a strange thing to say to someone you don't know but I honestly couldn't be happier for you. You 100% deserve everything you have gotten and more! Looking forward to season 2!!!!

[@fofowo]

I come back every so often to see this video again and again. Its just inspiring and really awesome to see the progress and everything youve been able to accomplish and for you to be open and honest having us strangers for the ride. Really looking forward for what this year and the future has for you. Kuddos from Mexico!

[@YouTubeGetsWorseEveryUpdate]

He is such a genuine guy and I'm so happy for him! Even if you aren't into (sim)racing you have to give this man so much credits to be so motivational and being humble. Talking about his mental issues and giving awareness to his audience. I respect you so much Jimmy. Great job on and of the track!

[@intercollector]

So fun to follow you on this journey Jimmy....couldn't be happier for you.

[@josephernest91]

Jimmy you beautiful human! Im still shaking with excitement for you, not just the season finale win, but to actually live out a childhood dream. You're a truly wonderful person, an inspiration to many if not all of us, and just a joy to watch. Cant wait to see what you have planned for next year!

[@brandonsilver]

Get used to that podium, Jimmer. But also keep your head on straight. Your most admirable quality is your humility and your grace, and I reckon it's what keeps you honing your craft so g-d quickly. Pumped for you my man. Can't wait for next season!!

[@Daniel_Ames]

When my nan passed away in October 2020 I was lost. As lost as you could imagine. I had to find a way through it. I found myself putting my mind towards sim racing and got myself a G29 at the time. I found this channel and watched your videos on IRacing, Assetto Corsa, and even the Drivetube videos of the shed tour. Since then i've been able to pull through the major depression I had of losing my nan. I pulled myself out of pretty much wanting it all to end. Even got to the point where I was so ready to call it quits. And then your video on Mental Health crept through the KZbin algorithm. and it touched me so much. Seeing that you was able to get out of the depression stage and making something pushed me forward. I got a Fanatec setup. A whole new rig. I even got Married in June! So thank you Jimmy. And congratulations on all the achievements you have made. You really, truly are an inspiration.

[@iamyourfan9729]

I'm incredibly happy for you! I hope so much that you succeed. I don't follow you so actively since i do not play many simracing games myself. But i always felt like you're a great and genuine guy. You inspire me to keep working on my dream, even if it has nothing to do with racing! :) You're great man.

[@aavvv_]

I remember coming across a video of yours for the first time (PC2 old Spa) and seeing you just pour your heart and soul into it all. Getting to see that passion extend to where you are today - and where you are going - has been your gift to us all.

[@bailey33148]

100% one my favourite drivers out there. Just a shame you never got the same chances as some of the best drivers in the world but thats what makes you so good is the fact you weren't handed it. You worked hard to get the drive in that car and can't wait to see more of goldie

[@justind4763]

I don't follow you much these days since my sim rig has been collecting dust, but man Jimmy I'm proud of you. I always thought your ability to commentate while driving (very well) was second to none and I knew you would go far with it, but who could have imagined this? They will make a movie about you one day Jimmer!

[@44mikatje]

Hey Jimmy, I just wanted to shoot you this comment to let you know that you inspired me te try real life driving after years of simming. Proud to say that I am a rally driver right now in historic cars, and all thanks to you being inspiring. Good luck in your future, you earned everything that has come to you this year. You are the best that the SIM racing community has right now, all the power to you!

[@seanperks2702]

watching this develop this year and seeing you at oulton on the friday (too shy to say hi so just waved) has been so emotional for me. ive always wanted to race, ive realised that financially that aint gonna happen.. seeing you live your dreams has been great and really makes me believe that maybe just maybe i could do it too. keep up the great work jimmer

[@bbotelhoHI]

Nice little hint dropped near the end of the video. You crushed this season, while learning about the ups & downs of racing, especially the aspects you can’t control. I’m excited for racerman Jimmy, season two!

[@kamrongrant]

Been so stoked watching you through your irl racing year, something anyone watching you before it happened would have hoped you could get the chance, and it's just amazing to see you did and how amazing it went! What a rollercoaster XD Can't be more happy for you Jimmy! You deserved all of it! :)

[@gosupersheep2006]

We're so happy to see you achive mate, because of the hurdles we've watched you overcome. Your honesty normalises the dark times and your successes inspire hope. It may be hard to grasp, but you simply being you has helped, entertained and inspired countless people. From the humblest beginnings of shedlife to seeing the outpouring of relief and joy when you won, thanks for showing your authentic self through your journey. Huge props to those who supported and still support you. They should, (and no doubt do), feel proud of you. We all do!

[@fullmetalf4i]

"Silence at the race track is one of the worst things you can hear." is so true. I remember the first time I was racing and they had to life flight someone. The emotions o f "yeah im frustrated having to throw the warmers back on and put a splash of fuel in the bike" to "Hope those guys walked away" to seeing the crash track come back with just bikes and no riders, to silence, and then hearing the helicopter approaching.

[@jonnyd1321]

Watching you live the dream that we both share is so inspiring! Don't let anyone take away how amazing you have done and how much you've achieved. You overcome all your doubts and give it everything. Keep on going, keep that head down and push!

[@robertsummers753]

Dude I enjoyed this video absolutely so much seeing your passion for what you're doing and you're living the fucking dream dude I love your honesty about everything that you talked about in there may God keep blessing you and may you live long and keep racing my friend!!!!

[@Adam-jd8gz]

We are incredibly proud of you Jimmy, your honesty about life and mental health within racing and adapting to a new life. Can't wait to see what's next whatever it is, just remember we're here to watch all of it, you're an inspiration and haven't changed a bit in our eyes, so pog to you and all the best with what's next.

[@kzg_turtle4897]

You went wheel to wheel with others on the track. Regardless of if it’s in a Miata or an F1 car anyone getting out there with respect for others on track and with the passion to push themselves to the limits is a real racing driver. Fantastic job and can’t wait to watch you progress in the years to come.

[@flyfish5280]

Great recap! Thanks for bringing us along for the ride... I can't wait for next season best of luck Jimmy!!!

[@lordjoemott1683]

Yeah mate, super proud off you, especially the last race. Fingers crossed you get another season.

[@josvercaemer264]

Jimmer, when you talked about your struggle with mental difficulties, your difficulties in life, and what you have become. You are a Hero, a role model to me. I take my hat of to your way forward in life👍

[@sadmoto2362]

It wasn't all luck. You have put in the work to get yourself to this point. You should be proud of your accomplishments, anyone who watched this video through is proud of you mate. Thank you for sharing your journey, your passion and your mistakes along the way. Only wish the best for you!