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#48 Mercedes-AMG takes first overall pole in GTWC Europe Qualifying Endurance, leading the grid into the 6h race at Paul Ricard

2026 GTWC Europe | Endurance Cup | Circuit Paul Ricard | Qualifying | Mercedes-AMG MANN-FILTER #48 takes first overall pole of the season

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein8 hours ago8 hours ago04 mins

Winward Racing secured pole position for the opening round of the 2026 GTWC Europe Endurance Cup at Circuit Paul Ricard for the second year in a row, as Lucas Auer, Luca Stolz and Maro Engel combined to narrowly edge out the competition in a remarkably close qualifying session. Despite Engel only placing 11th in the…

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Maserati extends GTWC Europe Safety Car partnership

Karishma Persad22 hours ago22 hours ago03 mins

Maserati will remain a central figure in the GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe powered by AWS paddock after extending its agreement with SRO Motorsports Group. As a result, the Italian marque will once again supply both the official Safety Car and Leading Car for the 2026 season. This renewed partnership not only ensures continuity at…

Petrobelli, Gounon and Schiller top sessions at Paul Ricard as GT field prepares for qualifying and six-hour 2026 GTWC Europe showdown.

2026 | GTWC Europe | Endurance | Circuit Paul Ricard | Bronze Test & Free Practice | Mercedes-AMG leads the way after busy opening day

Karishma Persad22 hours ago22 hours ago07 mins

The opening day of 2026 GTWC Europe track action at Circuit Paul Ricard delivered three distinct but closely connected sessions, each offering valuable insight into the competitive order ahead of race day. Firstly, Giacomo Petrobelli led the Bronze Test with a narrow margin, setting the tone for a tightly packed field. Subsequently, Jules Gounon placed…

Lance Stroll gears up for 2026 GTWC Europe debut at Paul Ricard, chasing experience, enjoyment, and a rare shot at victory.

Stroll eyes opportunity beyond F1 with GTWC Europe debut set for 2026 opener at Circuit Paul Ricard

Karishma Persad1 day ago8 hours ago06 mins

Lance Stroll will step outside his usual F1 environment this weekend to take on a fresh and demanding challenge in the 2026 GTWC Europe. At Circuit Paul Ricard, the Canadian will pilot an Aston Martin Vantage AMR GT3 EVO run by Comtoyou Racing in a six-hour endurance race. Unlike the highly structured and intense world…

Haase tops GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe Prologue at Paul Ricard as Audi and Porsche trade fastest laps ahead of the 2026 season opener.

2026 GTWC Europe | Prologue | Tight margins define Paul Ricard Prologue ahead of season opener

Karishma Persad2 days ago2 days ago04 mins

Just days before the opening six-hour endurance race at Circuit Paul Ricard, the GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe powered by AWS officially launched its 2026 track action with the traditional Prologue at Circuit Paul Ricard. Therefore, with no time to lose, teams approached the sessions not only as a test but also as a crucial…

2026 GTWC Europe begins at Paul Ricard with new cars, fresh talent, and format changes shaping the season opener.

New cars, new faces: 2026 GTWC Europe begins at Circuit Paul Ricard

Karishma Persad2 days ago8 hours ago04 mins

The GTWC Europe returns for the 2026 season with its traditional six-hour curtain-raiser at Circuit Paul Ricard. The race, which runs from 18:00 to midnight on Saturday, once again promises a blend of endurance, strategy, and high-level GT3 competition. As the championship evolves, organisers continue to refine the sporting format while manufacturers push technical boundaries….

Thomas Preining joins 2026 GTWC Europe Pro line-up at Lionspeed GP, strengthening its Porsche assault with a proven champion.

Lionspeed GP adds Thomas Preining to 2026 GTWC Europe roster

Karishma Persad1 week ago1 week ago03 mins

Lionspeed GP has strengthened its ambitions for the 2026 GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe powered by AWS season by signing Porsche factory driver Thomas Preining. The Austrian will join the team’s Pro class effort, driving the No. 80 Porsche 911 GT3 R Evo in the Endurance Cup alongside Ricardo Feller and Bastian Buus. This move…

Stroll will step away from his usual F1 duties to make a surprise appearance in GT racing during the April break in the 2026 season.

Stroll set for GT World Challenge appearance during F1 break

Chiara Martin1 week ago1 week ago02 mins

Lance Stroll will step away from his usual F1 duties to make a surprise appearance to compete in the GT World Challenge Europe Endurance Cup round at Paul Ricard during the April break The Canadian driver, who competes for Aston Martin in F1, will use the downtime between races to gain additional track time in…

GT World Challenge (GTWC) Global 2026 begins with four events in three weeks as Mercedes-AMG defends its dominant streak.

2026 GTWC launches with racing across four continents

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago03 mins

Season 8 of the GT World Challenge (GTWC) Global powered by AWS is set to launch in spectacular fashion, with four race events across three weeks kicking off the 2026 campaign. With grids forming on four continents and 10 manufacturers battling for supremacy, the new season promises intense competition from the very first lights out….

Arthur Rougier begins 2026 GTWC Europe campaign at Paul Ricard aiming for Gold Cup success, building on strong McLaren partnership momentum.

Rougier eyes strong start to 2026 GTWC Europe Gold Cup campaign at Circuit Paul Ricard

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

Arthur Rougier will launch his 2026 GTWC Europe campaign at Circuit Paul Ricard, a venue deeply woven into his racing journey. The French driver famously clinched the 2017 French Formula 4 title at the circuit, overcoming Victor Martins in a defining early-career moment. Since then, Rougier has transitioned from single-seaters to endurance racing, steadily establishing…