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Engel led a Mercedes-AMG one-two in DTM Free Practice 2 at the Lausitzring, beating Auer by just 0.002s in extreme heat

DTM | 2026 Lausitzring | Free Practice 2 | Maro Engel leads Mercedes-AMG one-two

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

Maro Engel set the fastest time in DTM Free Practice 2 at the Lausitzring, narrowly beating fellow Mercedes-AMG driver Lucas Auer by just 0.002s. With temperatures exceeding 30 degrees Celsius, Engel topped the session with a 1:20.408 for Landgraf Motorsport. Auer completed a Mercedes-AMG one-two, underlining the manufacturer’s strong pace in the hot conditions. Arjun…

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Maini led DTM Free Practice 1 at the Lausitzring ahead of Auer and Bortolotti, with the entire field separated by just over one second.

DTM | 2026 Lausitzring | Free Practice 1 | Maini tops tightly contested session

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

Free Practice 1 at the Lausitzring marked the start of the third race weekend of the 2026 DTM season, as the field returned to Germany following an unpredictable round at Zandvoort. The Dutch circuit delivered two very different races, with changing conditions, incidents and strategic decisions once again highlighting how closely matched the championship field…

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Wittmann discusses BMW teamwork, healthy competition, DTM’s fine margins and why consistency remains crucial in a title fight.

Exclusive: Marco Wittmann on healthy competition at BMW, DTM’s fine margins and the importance of consistency

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

Marco Wittmann headed into the 2026 DTM season with a familiar goal but a new dynamic in the Schubert Motorsport garage following the arrival of a new BMW teammate. The two-time champion remained part of BMW’s factory line-up, while Kelvin van der Linde joined him as an experienced new teammate. The move created a strong…

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Preview the 2026 DTM round at the Lausitzring as Engel, Auer and Wittmann battle for the championship lead in races five and six.

DTM | 2026 Lausitzring | Preview | DTM title fight returns to German soil at the Lausitzring

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

The DTM will stage its first German round of the 2026 season at the DEKRA Lausitzring from 19 to 21 June. Maro Engel will arrive as the championship leader, with Mercedes-AMG stablemate Lucas Auer in second. BMW driver Marco Wittmann remains close behind in third as the title fight enters its third weekend. The opening…

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Ben Dörr secured his first official DTM podium with a strong recovery drive to second place in Race 2 at Zandvoort for Dörr Motorsport.

“It feels great”: Ben Dörr celebrates breakthrough DTM podium at Zandvoort

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Ben Dörr secured his first official DTM podium with a standout drive to second place in Race 2 at Zandvoort, delivering a landmark result for both himself and Dörr Motorsport. Starting fifth in the McLaren 720S GT3 Evo, Dörr moved up to fourth on the opening lap before a difficult first pit stop dropped him…

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Wittmann explains how tyre management and strategy helped him recover to third in DTM Race 2 at Zandvoort.

Wittmann credits tyre management and strategy after charging to Zandvoort DTM podium

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein2 months ago2 months ago06 mins

Marco Wittmann credited strong tyre management and the right strategic decisions for his recovery to third place in the second DTM race at Zandvoort. The Schubert Motorsport driver remained outside the leading battle during much of the opening half of the race but carefully managed his tyres before using the Safety Car restart and an…

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Thierry Vermeulen outlines development, goals and long-term ambitions for success ahead of the 2026 DTM season.

Exclusive: Vermeulen targets consistency, growth and DTM success ahead of 2026 season

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago07 mins

As Thierry Vermeulen continues to establish himself within the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters (DTM), his focus has naturally shifted from adaptation to refinement and success. Speaking exclusively to Pit Debrief, the Emil Frey Racing driver reflected not only on his recent development, but also on the areas he believes will prove decisive as he continues to…

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Kelvin van der Linde reflects on his first BMW DTM win at Zandvoort after tricky conditions, a bold overtake, and strong Schubert execution

First BMW win in DTM “very special” for Van der Linde after tricky Zandvoort fight

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein2 months ago2 months ago06 mins

Kelvin van der Linde delivered when it mattered at Zandvoort, claiming his first DTM victory with BMW in Round 4 of the 2026 season. After showing strong pace in qualifying at both Spielberg and Zandvoort, the Schubert Motorsport driver finally converted that speed into victory. However, it was far from a straightforward Sunday afternoon on…

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ABT builds 2026 DTM momentum at Zandvoort as Engstler and Mapelli score points with Lamborghini after strong Race 2 progress.

ABT encouraged by 2026 Zandvoort breakthrough as Engstler and Mapelli score double points in DTM

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

Red Bull Team ABT left the 2026 Zandvoort DTM weekend with a clear step forward with the Lamborghini Temerario GT3. Following a difficult opening round at the Red Bull Ring, the team moved into regular points contention and established itself as the stronger Lamborghini outfit across the Dutch weekend. Luca Engstler led the charge with…

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Engel retakes 2026 DTM standings lead after Zandvoort as Winward Racing moves ahead and Mercedes-AMG stays on top.

DTM | 2026 Zandvoort | Standings after Round 2

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago07 mins

The 2026 DTM standings shifted significantly after Round 2 at Zandvoort, as Maro Engel returned to the top of the Drivers’ Championship while Winward Racing moved into the lead of the Teams’ standings. After the opening round at the Red Bull Ring, Engel led the Drivers’ Championship on 44 points, with Lucas Auer second on…

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