Asian Le Mans Cup Announces Inaugural Grid
The inaugural Asian Le Mans Cup will feature an impressive field of 18 entries across three categories: LMP3 Pro, LMP3, and GT3. The grid comprises eight cars in LMP3 Pro, four in LMP3, and six in GT3.
Key Entries and Competitors:
- CLX Motorsport will field a Ligier JS P325-Toyota in the new LMP3 Pro category, while R-ace GP, the reigning Michelin Le Mans Cup champions, will enter the sole Duqueine D09-Toyota on the grid.
- Other notable teams include Bretton Racing and Team Virage, each entering single cars, and 23Events Racing with a pair of Ligiers in the top class. Gebhardt Motorsport and GMS Team are rounding out the LMP3 entries.
The LMP3 category will have four full-season entries featuring at least one bronze-rated driver, highlighting the series’ commitment to inclusivity at various skill levels.
Championship Contenders:
Defending MLMC LMP3 Pro/Am champions, Motorsport98, will aim to claim the ALMS title while facing strong competition from CLX Motorsport and MLMC race winners Brutal Fish by Campos.
GT3 Class Overview:
The GT3 class counts three Porsche 911s, two Aston Martin Vantages, and one Ferrari 296. The reigning MLMC GT3 champions, Racing Spirit of Léman, will race an Aston Martin, while AF Corse, 2025 MLMC champions, will enter the only Ferrari.
Additional Entries:
- Herberth Motorsport will field two Porsche 911s, and Razoon More Than Racing will add a third.
- E2P Racing completes the GT3 lineup with another Aston Martin Vantage, rounding out the six-car full-season entry.
This diverse lineup promises an exciting 2026 season as the series aims to elevate its profile within the international motorsport landscape.
