Manthey Motorsports Confirmed for 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours
Manthey Racing has officially announced its driver lineup for the upcoming 2026 ADAC 24H Nürburgring, with the team aiming for a historic eighth overall victory at the endurance classic. Factory Porsche drivers Kévin Estre, Ayhancan Güven, and Thomas Preining will pilot the iconic ‘Grello’ #911 Porsche 911 GT3 R (992.2), while Matt Campbell is designated as the reserve driver.
This year marks key milestones for Manthey: the 30th anniversary of its founding, the 20th anniversary of its first Nürburgring 24 victory, and the 10th anniversary of the recognisable ‘Grello’ livery.
Estre expressed enthusiasm about returning to the track: “This race is a major highlight of my season… We have repeatedly shown that we are capable of winning, even if the ultimate success has eluded us in recent years.”
Güven, who has finished second in the previous two events, stated, “The clear goal for this year is to claim my first victory… I’m confident that we are very well positioned for this year’s race.”
Manthey’s preparations have included extensive testing at the Nürburgring and participation in the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie, where the team secured two podium finishes.
Racing Director Patrick Arkenau remarked, “We’ve been putting in plenty of test and race kilometres since March… We’re confident we’re well-prepared for the first qualifying session.”
The 2026 ADAC 24H Nürburgring will take place from May 14 to 17, 2026, in what promises to be a significant event for both Manthey Racing and the endurance racing community.
