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Five DTM drivers stand out after Red Bull Ring, with Engel leading as Auer, Wittmann, Preining and van der Linde chase.
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Five drivers to watch after the 2026 DTM opener at the Red Bull Ring

Karishma Persad010 mins

The 2026 DTM season opened at the Red Bull Ring with a weekend that offered early direction without delivering firm conclusions. Across Free Practice, Qualifying and Races 1 and 2, the 2026 DTM drivers produced a mixed competitive picture shaped by pace, strategy, Balance of Performance changes, tyre management, and execution under pressure. Mercedes-AMG emerged…

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Manthey Racing confirms Estre, Preining and Güven for 2026 Nürburgring 24 as it targets a record-extending eighth victory.
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Manthey targets 2026 Nürburgring 24 glory with proven Porsche trio

Karishma Persad04 mins

Manthey Racing has confirmed a formidable driver line-up for the 2026 edition of the Nürburgring 24 Hours, as it aims to convert recent near-misses into outright victory. With two consecutive runner-up finishes in the event, the team now returns with a clear objective. As a result, expectations remain high heading into the iconic endurance race,…

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Preining wins DTM 2026 Race 1 at the Red Bull Ring, using strategy and composure to secure a perfect home victory
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Preining says “everything worked out beautifully” after DTM 2026 Red Bull Ring Race 1 win

Chiara Martin05 mins

Thomas Preining made the perfect start to his 2026 DTM campaign, as he claimed victory in Race 1 at the Red Bull Ring in front of a home crowd. The Austrian led a dominant 1-2 for his country, finishing ahead of Lucas Auer, while pole-sitter Maro Engel completed the podium. Preining controlled the race when…

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Thomas Preining builds momentum in DTM testing at Red Bull Ring, targeting a strong start to his 2026 campaign on home soil.
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Preining: “Everything has to be spot on” as he prepares for 2026 DTM Red Bull Ring home race

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein06 mins

Thomas Preining began his DTM 2026 preparations at the Red Bull Ring, as the Austrian used the pre-season test to build momentum ahead of the new campaign. Returning to action after a long winter break, he approached the sessions with a clear focus on laying the groundwork for the season opener at his home circuit….

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Manthey Racing secures third at the 24h Nürburgring Qualifiers as a fatal accident reminds the paddock of motorsport's inherent risks.
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Manthey Racing secures podium at 2026 24h Nürburgring Qualifiers as tragedy casts shadow over weekend

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein06 mins

The weekend at the Nordschleife for the 2026 24h Nürburgring Qualifiers unfolded under contrasting circumstances, blending competitive action with a deeply sobering atmosphere across the paddock, including the Manthey Racing crew. They faced a demanding programme shaped by limited preparation time, changing track conditions, and the pressure of executing across multiple sessions. However, the sporting…

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Thomas Preining joins 2026 GTWC Europe Pro line-up at Lionspeed GP, strengthening its Porsche assault with a proven champion.
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Lionspeed GP adds Thomas Preining to 2026 GTWC Europe roster

Karishma Persad03 mins

Lionspeed GP has strengthened its ambitions for the 2026 GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe powered by AWS season by signing Porsche factory driver Thomas Preining. The Austrian will join the team’s Pro class effort, driving the No. 80 Porsche 911 GT3 R Evo in the Endurance Cup alongside Ricardo Feller and Bastian Buus. This move…

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Manthey confirm Ricardo Feller and Thomas Preining as the line-up for their two Porsches on the 2026 DTM grid
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Feller and Preining to race for Manthey during the 2026 DTM season

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein06 mins

Thomas Preining and Ricardo Feller will spearhead Manthey’s DTM campaign in 2026. The team enters the season on the back of a triple title success in 2025. Preining continues in the No. 91 Porsche 911 GT3 R for his fourth consecutive year with the squad. He has already secured six victories and ten additional podium…

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