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 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…
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…
The 2026 CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa is shaping up to be another thrilling edition of the world’s most prestigious GT endurance race. As part of the GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe powered by AWS and Intercontinental GT Challenge (IGTC), the 24 Hours of Spa promises a spectacular field of competition, with 60 cars already…
Kelvin van der Linde’s career has followed a clear pattern from the very beginning. He adapts quickly and he fights at the front. The South African began karting at the age of eight and wasted little time in rewriting record books. At just 14, he became the youngest driver to compete in a National South…
GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe powered by AWS teams have continued to unveil their 2026 programmes ahead of the official entry list announcement later on Thursday. As anticipation builds, several leading squads have confirmed driver line-ups and class changes across both Sprint and Endurance competition. Kessel Racing targets Bronze Cup defence in 2026 GTWC Europe;…
Rutronik Racing has finalised its 2026 GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe line-up by adding a second car to compete in the Bronze Cup class, completing a strengthened driver roster for the upcoming season. Following the recent announcement of its full-season Lamborghini entry, the German squad has now confirmed that its second crew will take the…
BMW M Motorsport has finalised its works driver deployments for the 2026 GTWC Europe campaign, intending to defend titles and challenge on multiple fronts. While Team WRT had already confirmed its pairings, BMW has now detailed the full factory allocation, including a reinforced Endurance Cup effort with ROWE Racing. Champions lead BMW-backed Team WRT 2026…
CSA Racing has unveiled its driver line-ups and liveries for the 2026 season of the GT World Challenge powered by AWS, as the French squad embarks on its second campaign with McLaren machinery. The Kevin Chanas-led outfit enjoyed a strong debut season with the McLaren 720S GT3 in 2025, highlighted by a Gold Cup victory…
Paradine Competition will continue its campaign in the GT World Challenge (GTWC) powered by AWS in 2026, while further strengthening its presence across both Sprint and Endurance competition in Europe. The BMW squad will field two cars in the Endurance Cup and one in Sprint, underlining its long-term commitment to the championship. After joining the…
