TF Sport has revealed the new livery and complete driver line-up for its #33 Corvette Z06 GT3.R ahead of the 2026 European Le Mans Series (ELMS) season.
The British squad enters the campaign as the reigning LMGT3 Drivers’ and Teams’ champion after completing a highly successful 2025 season. However, TF Sport has refreshed both the appearance of its Corvette and the crew that will lead its title defence.
Blake McDonald, Alec Udell and Charlie Eastwood will share the #33 entry, combining recent experience with the team, extensive knowledge of Corvette machinery and proven success in international endurance racing.
TF Sport replaces Chromevette design
TF Sport has moved away from the appearance that earned its Corvette the “Chromevette” nickname during the previous campaign. Instead, the team has introduced a more colourful design that blends phosphorescent green at the front with blue across the rear.
A lighter shade supports the transition between the two colours, while thin horizontal stripes stretch across the bodywork. Additionally, a larger black section surrounds the lower part of the Corvette and extends more prominently towards the rear.
Consequently, the #33 car will carry a noticeably different identity as TF Sport begins its LMGT3 title defence. The revised livery also marks the start of a new chapter after the team secured both class championships in 2025.
McDonald continues relationship with TF Sport
McDonald joins TF Sport’s ELMS programme after already gaining experience with the team during the 2025/26 Asian Le Mans Series.
The American had previously finished second in the Pro-Am category of the 2025 GT World Challenge America powered by AWS campaign. He then demonstrated his pace and racecraft after moving into TF Sport’s endurance racing operation.
Therefore, McDonald enters the European season with an existing understanding of the team’s methods and personnel. That familiarity should help him settle quickly as he adapts to the ELMS and its six-round LMGT3 campaign.
Udell brings extensive Corvette experience
Udell will make his TF Sport debut in 2026, although he already possesses considerable experience with Chevrolet and Corvette machinery.
The Houston-born driver competed across several American categories before racing a Corvette Z06 GT3.R in the 2025 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. During that campaign, he scored a series of solid points finishes and shared the car with Eastwood.
As a result, Udell will arrive at TF Sport with direct knowledge of both the machinery and one of his new teammates. Moreover, his recent IMSA experience should provide a strong technical reference as the team develops its package throughout the ELMS season.
Eastwood provides continuity and championship pedigree
Eastwood remains central to TF Sport’s programme after building a long and successful relationship with the team.
The Northern Irishman won the LMGTE Am category at the 2020 24 Hours of Le Mans before securing the 2022 ELMS LMP2 Pro/Am championship. More recently, he claimed third at Le Mans in 2025 and helped TF Sport win the ELMS LMGT3 title.
Accordingly, Eastwood brings continuity to an otherwise new driver combination. He already understands the team’s approach, while his experience of both the championship and Corvette should support McDonald and Udell as they establish their working relationship.
His presence also gives TF Sport a direct link between its title-winning 2025 campaign and its refreshed 2026 effort.
Title defence begins in Barcelona
TF Sport will begin its official preparations at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on 7 April, when the ELMS holds its pre-season test.
The session will give McDonald, Udell and Eastwood their first opportunity to work together in a competitive environment. Furthermore, it will allow the team to assess its renewed package before the championship begins.
Although TF Sport has introduced a new livery and driver line-up, its objectives remain ambitious. The team will aim to use its recent championship success, established technical knowledge and experienced crew to challenge for victories and defend both LMGT3 titles throughout the 2026 season.
