But Hearts came roaring back and Alan Combe did well to tip Andy Driver's looping volley over the bar before Elliot struck.

BBC: Hearts 3-1 Kilmarnock

Laryea Kingston shot a yard over following a strong run to the edge of the penalty area and Andy Driver's cross just evaded Jamie Mole.

BBC: Hearts 3-2 Motherwell

Racing driver Andy Priaulx and Olympics athlete Dale Garland came second and third in the survey of local heroes which questioned 10 to 17-year-olds.

BBC: Le Tissier voted as sporting hero

And one of the other potential award contenders, British tennis number one Andy Murray, has tipped the driver to claim the prize.

BBC: Hamilton targets title hat-trick

In August, reigning Formula 2 champion Andy Soucek terminated his contract as Virgin Racing's third and reserve driver, citing a lack of test driving opportunities this season.

BBC: Jerome D'Ambrosio & Esteban Gutierrez win F1 test roles