2025 British GT Championship: Snetterton Race Report
Snetterton, UK – 2 Seas Motorsport displayed a dominant performance in the latest round of the British GT Championship at Snetterton, with both their #42 and #18 Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evos securing pole positions and victories in the double-header sprint races.
Following the two 1-hour contests, the #42 team, featuring Kiern Jewiss and reigning GT4 Pro-Am champion Charles Dawson, expanded their championship lead from 4 to 18 points, now holding 118 points overall. They won Round 6 unchallenged and finished eighth in Round 7 despite serving a 10-second pit stop penalty for their earlier success.
Maximilian Götz and Kevin Tse in the #18 car finished second in Race 1 and clinched victory in Race 2. Götz set the fastest lap in both qualifying and Race 2 (1:45.282), managing to build a seven-second lead to counteract any pit stop penalties without relinquishing control of the race.
“In a championship where every point counts, keeping the momentum is key,” remarked Götz after Race 2.
Blackthorn’s Title Challenge
The #7 Blackthorn Aston Martin, driven by Giacomo Petrobelli and veteran Jonny Adam, remains a strong contender, trailing the #18 sister car by just one point. Adam engaged in notable battles throughout the races, particularly with Porsche works driver Sven Müller. A minor contact incident involving Petrobelli in Race 2 led to an 11-second penalty, but the team was able to maintain competitive positions.
Race Conditions and Regulations
Race day featured cooler temperatures, with track conditions hovering in the low 30°C range. Teams adapted to increased humidity levels, and a temporary rule modification allowed the use of fans directed at drivers during pit stops, reflecting the physical demands of the race.
Incident Reports and Penalties
Marcus Clutton faced scrutiny in Race 1 for aggressive driving, resulting in a 10-second penalty and a subsequent five-place grid drop for Race 2. Despite a controversial finish, stewards later reviewed the footage and ruled a subsequent incident as a racing incident, leading to a rescinded penalty.
Ginetta’s Showcase
Ginetta unveiled its new G56 GT2 model during the event, powered by a 6.3L supercharged V8, tailored for gentleman drivers and aspiring racers. This unveiling aligns with Ginetta’s broader strategy for growth in international motorsport, evidenced by their continued commitment to the Ginetta Junior Championship, which has launched the careers of numerous notable drivers.
Conclusion
The Snetterton double-header underscored 2 Seas Motorsport’s supremacy in the British GT Championship as they continue to extend their lead in the standings, raising the stakes for the competition as the season progresses.
Next Up: Teams prepare for the upcoming round at Donington Park, where both championship and individual performances will be put to the ultimate test once again.
