2025 Nürburgring 24 Hours Entry List Revealed: 141 Cars Set for Endurance Challenge
The entry list for the highly anticipated 2025 Nürburgring 24 Hours has been officially published, featuring 141 cars competing on the demanding Nordschleife. Scheduled from June 19 to 22, the event occurs between the Le Mans and Spa 24 Hours, presenting logistical challenges for key GT3 teams and manufacturers.
Strong Representation in SP9 Class
The SP9 class, showcasing the top GT3 machinery, boasts 27 entries across eight manufacturers. Reigning champions Scherer Sport PHX aim for their eighth overall win, fielding two cars: an Audi R8 (#1) driven by Christopher Haase, Luca Ludwig, and Markus Winkelhock, alongside a Porsche 911 GT3 R 992 (#16) piloted by Laurens Vanthoor, Patric Niederhauser, and Ricardo Feller.
Porsche sets a formidable presence with seven entries, highlighted by Manthey EMA’s #911 Grello car, set to be driven by Kevin Estre, Ayhancan Guvan, and Thomas Preining. Falken Motorsports contributes two 911s, with driver lineups including Julien Andlauer and Nico Menzel.
Manufacturer Breakdown
- Audi: In addition to Scherer Sport’s entries, JUTA Racing and equipe vitesse will compete with their R8s.
- Porsche: Seven cars total, bringing competitive strength.
- Aston Martin and Lamborghini: Each entering four cars, with notable entries from Walkenhorst and ABT, respectively.
- Ford: Three Mustang GT3s from HRT Ford Performance are aiming for endurance victory, adding to their growing resume.
- Mercedes-AMG: Fielding three AMG GT3s, including two from GetSpeed.
- BMW: Relying on a single M4 GT3 EVO from ROWE Racing, which features a lineup of factory drivers.
- Ferrari: The 2023 winning manufacturer has entered a solitary 296 GT3 from Realize Kondo Racing.
Expanding Competitors
The race promises diverse competition from various categories. The SP10 class for GT4 vehicles includes entries from Aston Martin, BMW, Mercedes-AMG, Porsche, and Toyota. Additionally, the McLaren Artura Trophy Evo will make its competitive debut in SP8T, while Lynk & Co enters with a TCR model, marking its first appearance in this historic event.
Noteworthy Driver Participation
Among the drivers, nine are set to compete at Le Mans the prior weekend, including factory pilots from Mercedes-AMG, BMW, and Porsche, ensuring a high-caliber competition.
Conclusion
The 2025 Nürburgring 24 Hours promises an exhilarating showdown on one of motorsports’ most challenging circuits. As the second round of the 2025 Intercontinental GT Challenge, teams are expected to bring their best in pursuit of endurance racing glory.
