The Operator Challenge Zone, hosted by Awesome Earthmovers, and sponsored by Hyundai, was the hub of the show. Operators in their 100s and a whole host of influencers gathered in the Plantworx ‘speedway area’ and it was really buzzing with activity. There was a real feeling of camaraderie as operators took to the timed challenges in Hyundai machines.
The Operator challenge was graced by guest visits from several of the UK’s top social media figures. These include Amy Underwood, widely known as Amy the Digger Girl, Conor Kelly also known as Conor the Digger Driver, Lloyd Peckham recognized as Bearded Excavation, Kurt Mills, more famously known as Lord Muck, Lana Edwards, who goes by Tracklass1, and the rising star, Ben ‘the operator’ Wade, who appears to have a promising career ahead. The contest between Conor and Lloyd, which was dubbed ‘rumble in the jungle’, was eagerly anticipated and showcased on Instagram and TikTok. Although it was a tight competition, Bearded Excavation ultimately claimed victory