SRO GT Academy expands for 2026, offering six young drivers funded 2027 GT World Europe and Spa 24H seats.
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SRO GT Academy creates global pathways with funded seats across three categories

SRO Motorsports Group will elevate its talent pathway in 2026 as SRO GT Academy offers six drivers from six different series career-defining opportunities for 2027. The expanded initiative creates a structured route for emerging talent to reach the summit of global GT racing. Rather than simply identifying promising drivers, the Academy will actively position them…

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Matleena Pukkila named GTWC Australia Series Manager from 2026, succeeding Charise Bristow.
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Matleena Pukkila appointed GTWC Australia Series manager

SRO Motorsports Australia has appointed Matleena Pukkila as the new GT World Challenge (GTWC) Australia powered by AWS Series Manager from 2026 onwards, marking an important leadership transition for the championship. Pukkila brings extensive category management experience to the role. She previously worked across several high-profile national series, including Porsche Sprint Challenge Australia, Porsche Carrera…

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SRO Motorsports Group appoints Paul Hembery as global CMO to boost GT World Challenge growth worldwide.
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SRO appoints Paul Hembery as first Global CMO to frive GT World Challenge growth

SRO Motorsports Group has appointed Paul Hembery as its first global Chief Marketing Officer, signalling a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing international expansion in GTWC. Hembery joins the world leader in GT racing following six years in California, where he advised on sports business acquisitions, automotive start-ups and strategic growth ventures. Consequently, he brings…

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