After an extensive discussion on what on earth happens to "sport" drive mode when you get in the car, I've installed (plugged in?) a pedalbox so I no longer have to worry about it.
Initial impressions are great, much prefer the feel of the accelerator with it turned on, however given the recent weather haven't had a chance to try it out properly. Will give more thoughts when it's dried up a bit so... May 2023?
Picture of a filthy gti instead