2026 GT2 European Series Finale at Portimão: Key Results and Insights
The 2026 GT2 European Series concluded at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve, Portugal, marked by intense competition and strategic plays during two races. SR Motorsport by Schnitzelalm claimed victory in Race 1, while LP Racing dominated Race 2, securing championships across all classes.
Race 1 Overview
Winner: Wilhelm Kuhne and Moritz Wiskirchen (SR Motorsport by Schnitzelalm, Mercedes-AMG GT2)
CMR drivers Ethan Gialdini and Mikkel Njor secured the overall Drivers’ title with a fifth-place finish. The race opened with Antoine Potty taking pole in the i4Race Maserati but faced early setbacks.
Key moments included Lawrence Tomlinson’s strong start in Pro-Am, quickly advancing positions before his Ginetta suffered a driveshaft failure, halting his race and derailing title hopes. The strategic deployment of a Safety Car during crucial pit window timings allowed the SR Motorsport team to gain significant advantages.
Final Results of Race 1:
- Kuhne/Wiskirchen (SR Motorsport) – 1st Overall
- Potty (i4Race) – 2nd, Silver Cup Winner
- LP Racing’s Phillipe and Louis Prette – 3rd
Mraz and Marioneck clinched the Masters class with a commanding performance, finishing sixth overall.
Race 2 Overview
Winners: Louis and Philippe Prette (LP Racing, Maserati GT2)
In a decisive display, LP Racing swept the podium in all categories. Louis Prette maintained the lead from the start, ultimately stretching his advantage to secure a first win for the duo.
The race experienced chaos late on, with a Safety Car deployed after a collision between cars, leading to a tense final sprint. Despite pressure, David Thilenius and Jay Mo Härtling of SR Motorsport managed to clinch the Pro-Am title with their finishing position secured despite a late-race contact incident.
Final Results of Race 2:
- Louis/Prette (LP Racing) – 1st Overall
- Rosina/Njor (LP Racing) – 2nd, Silver Cup Winner
- Gialdini/Njor (CMR) – 3rd
Thilenius and Härtling successfully defended their title, finishing fifth and maintaining a 19-point advantage in the standings.
Conclusion
The season’s finale showcased tactical brilliance and significant driving skill, culminating in a competitive finish that sets the stage for the 2027 GT2 European Series, commencing at Circuit Paul Ricard from April 16 to 18, 2026.
Images courtesy of SRO/JEP.
