Radical overhaul of motorsport's image (9)

I believe the answer is:

firebrand

(Other definitions for firebrand that I've seen before include "One who stirs up trouble" , "Agitator" , "Rabble-rouser" , "Energetic person often fomenting trouble" , "Troublemaker" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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