Petrobelli, Gounon and Schiller top sessions at Paul Ricard as GT field prepares for qualifying and six-hour 2026 GTWC Europe showdown.
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2026 | GTWC Europe | Endurance | Circuit Paul Ricard | Bronze Test & Free Practice | Mercedes-AMG leads the way after busy opening day

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…

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Lance Stroll gears up for 2026 GTWC Europe debut at Paul Ricard, chasing experience, enjoyment, and a rare shot at victory.
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Stroll eyes opportunity beyond F1 with GTWC Europe debut set for 2026 opener at Circuit Paul Ricard

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…

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

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….

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GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe powered by AWS confirms full 2026 grids, featuring 59 Endurance Cup entries and a record 45-car Sprint Cup field.
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GTWC Europe confirms full grids for 2026 season

GT World Challenge (GTWC) powered by AWS has completed final preparations for the 2026 season, with stacked grids and a line-up of world-renowned manufacturers confirmed ahead of the opening round in Europe at Circuit Paul Ricard on 11–12 April. Notably, the championship will feature a full-capacity 59-car field in the Endurance Cup, while the Sprint…

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Lionspeed GP confirms experienced trio for 2026 GTWC Europe Endurance Cup return with its #89 Porsche entry.
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#89 Porsche line-up confirmed as Lionspeed GP eyes 2026 GTWC Europe Endurance Bronze Cup success

Lionspeed GP has confirmed its return to the GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe Endurance Cup for the 2026 season with a three-driver line-up aboard its #89 Porsche. The German squad will build on the momentum it established over the past two campaigns as it continues to expand its presence on the GT World grid. The…

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