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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.

Manthey Racing secures podium at 2026 24h Nürburgring Qualifiers as tragedy casts shadow over weekend

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein3 months ago3 months ago06 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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The 2026 DTM season kicks off in Austria as Auer, Preining and four debutants descend on the Red Bull Ring.

DTM’s 2026 title fight kicks off at the Red Bull Ring

Chiara Martin3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

The 2026 DTM season finally gets underway this weekend at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg, Austria, as the fastest circuit on the calendar plays host to the first two races of the year from 24 to 26 April. Two home favourites headline the entry list, a new fan feature launches, and a packed support…

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

Lionspeed GP adds Thomas Preining to 2026 GTWC Europe roster

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago03 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

Feller and Preining to race for Manthey during the 2026 DTM season

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein5 months ago5 months ago06 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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Everything you need to know about the 2025 DTM season from start to the crowned champion Ayhancan Güven and retirement of a legend

What happened during the 2025 DTM season

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein5 months ago5 months ago09 mins

The 2025 DTM season did not allow a simple storyline to take hold. No driver controlled the championship for long. Instead, the series rewarded sustained management across 16 races, where raw speed mattered as much as tyre use, pit timing, and the ability to absorb pressure without blinking. From the opening round through to the…

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