What is Trump doing in Pudsey?

Donald Trump made an appearance in Pudsey this week - or did he?

This giant head, which bears a striking resemblance to the President of the United States of America, is actually part of a homemade soapbox vehicle called ‘Ronald Pump’.

HAIR FORCE ONE: Ronald Pumps head. PIC: Tony Johnsonplaceholder image
HAIR FORCE ONE: Ronald Pumps head. PIC: Tony Johnson

The crafty creation, made by the ‘Hair Force One’ Red Bull soapbox team, will be put through its paces at London’s Alexandra Palace on July 9.

The non-motorised racing event challenges both experienced racers and amateurs alike to design and build outrageous soapbox dream machines and compete against the clock in a downhill race.

Pick up tomorrow’s paper for a Photo Essay by YEP photographer Tony Johnson featuring more images of the weird and wonderful vehicle.

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