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

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….

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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

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…

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Over 50 GT cars headline Phillip Island’s GTWC Australia and GT4 openers, with record GT4 entries and new manufacturers joining.
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Record grids and new manufacters headline 2026 GTWC Australia and GT4 Australia season openers at Phillip Island

The 2026 Australian GT season will launch in emphatic fashion as more than 50 cars prepare to take on the iconic Phillip Island Circuit during the opening round of the Shannons SpeedSeries. Both GT World Challenge Australia (GTWC) powered by AWS and Monochrome GT4 Australia will begin their 2026 campaigns with strong grids and rising…

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SRO America partners with CieloVision to bring AI-powered fan experiences and real-time tech to GT World Challenge (GTWC) America events.
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SRO America partners with CieloVision to bring AI to GTWC America in 2026

SRO Motorsports America and GT World Challenge (GTWC) America powered by AWS have announced a strategic partnership with CieloVision, a cutting-edge AI and spatial intelligence company. The collaboration aims to bring interactive technology and AI-powered insights to live GT racing events throughout 2026. As part of the partnership, CieloVision will serve as the presenting sponsor…

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Toyota GR Supra continues as the official safety car for 2026 GT World Challenge (GTWC) Asia and Japan Cup after SRO extends its partnership.
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SRO extends Toyota Safety Car partnership for 2026 GTWC Asia and Japan Cup

SRO Motorsports Group Asia has confirmed an extension of its Official Safety Car Partnership with Toyota Gazoo Racing for the 2026 GT World Challenge (GTWC) Asia and Japan Cup seasons. The partnership continues a relationship that began in 2022, when the GR Supra first took on safety car duties across SRO’s Asian GT championships. Since…

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BMW will race the M3 Touring 24H at the 2026 Nürburgring 24 after an April Fools’ concept sparked huge fan interest.
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BMW builds M3 Touring GT racer for 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours

BMW will field a unique new race car at the 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours after transforming what began as an April Fools’ joke into a real competition machine. The German manufacturer has confirmed that the BMW M3 Touring 24H will compete in the SPX invitational class during the endurance classic at the Nordschleife on May…

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Kelvin van der Linde explains how Charles Weerts helped him adapt quickly and improve across the 2025 GT season.
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Kelvin van der Linde on working with Charles Weerts at BMW in 2025: “He’s made me a very good driver this year”

Adapting to a new manufacturer in GT racing demands precision, patience and the right guidance. For Kelvin van der Linde, the transition to BMW machinery became far smoother thanks to the support of teammate Charles Weerts. Throughout the season, van der Linde relied heavily on Weerts’ experience with the BMW platform. As a result, the…

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