Century Motorsport Set for British GT Championship Return
Date: March 2026
Century Motorsport will re-enter the British GT Championship’s GT3 category for the 2026 season, fielding a duo of BMW M4s: the #24 BMW M4 GT4 Evo and the newly acquired #44 BMW M4 GT3 Evo. This marks a strategic shift for the team, which focused exclusively on GT4 competition in 2025.
Key Details
- Driver Line-Up: Jonathon Beeson and Charles Clarke will compete in the Silver-Am category.
- Recent Successes: The team secured the overall and Pro-Am titles in the 2023 British GT season and achieved top honors in the GT World Challenge Europe Silver Cup in 2025.
Team principal Nathan Freke emphasized the significance of this return. “Having won the British GT3 Championship in 2023 and our GT World Challenge success in 2025, we know what it takes to win. We are excited about what the season brings with our strong pairing in the Silver-Am class.”
Driver Insights
Jonathon Beeson
After clinching the 2025 Porsche Carrera Cup Am championship, Beeson expressed enthusiasm for stepping into GT3. “It feels like a natural step and a great opportunity to build my confidence and experience,” he stated, highlighting the strength of the support package provided by Century.
Charles Clarke
Clarke, a proven competitor with victories in both British GT and the GT World Challenge, also shared his excitement about rejoining the British GT grid. “I can’t wait to get started at Media Day on March 31st,” he remarked, recognizing the competitive nature of the championship.
Competitor Landscape
Clarke will face notable opponents, including Jack Brown, who remains with Optimum Motorsport in the Silver-Am class. With a strong driver pairing and a successful team background, Century Motorsport aims to make a significant impact in the highly competitive 2026 British GT season.
Conclusion
As Century Motorsport prepares for the upcoming season, their return to the British GT Championship reflects a calculated and ambitious strategy. With experienced drivers and a formidable vehicle lineup, the team is poised for a strong performance in one of Europe’s most challenging motorsport environments.
