BRITISH pair Paul di Resta and Gary Paffett arrive at Brands Hatch as current leaders of the 2007 DTM Championship with both gunning for a win on home soil on June 10.

Scotland's di Resta, a newcomer to the prestigious German Touring Car series, is echoing the success of Formula 1's Lewis Hamilton by leading the championship in his rookie year.

He said: "I am leading the points standings coming to Brands Hatch. I would never have dreamt about that. I hope there will be many British fans out there to support me in my home race."

Paffett, from Bromley, said: "The Brands Indy circuit is very tight and twisty so it's going to be vital to get a good result in qualifying.

"It's a fantastic drivers' circuit, but with so many cars in the mix, this could be the hardest race of the season."

Specially-discounted advance tickets are available to buy online at www.brandshatch.co.uk, priced at £25, with admission free for children aged 12 and under.