2026 European Le Mans Series Rookie Test Entry List Released
The entry list for the 2026 European Le Mans Series (ELMS) Rookie Test has been announced, showcasing a diverse field. Scheduled for October 11, 2026, at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve in Portugal, the test will feature 10 LMP2 cars, 4 LMP2 Pro/Ams, 19 LMP3s, 6 LMGT3s, and 2 GT3s across five hours of track time.
Notable entries include Michelin Le Mans Cup LMP3 Drivers’ Champion Danial Frost, who will pilot the #18 IDEC Sport ORECA 07 – Gibson LMP2. He will be joined by LMP3 competitors Matteo Quintarelli and Gillian Henrion in the sister #28 IDEC Sport entry. Prominent driver Filipe Albuquerque will also take laps in the #14 TDS Racing ORECA.
Louis Iglesias represents CLX Motorsport in the #37 ORECA, while five drivers, including Jules Caranta, will join the #27 Nielsen Racing entry. Champions of the Ligier European Series, testing the #16 Team Virage Ligier JS P325 – Toyota LMP3, round out the competitive field.
Additionally, all three drivers from the current lineup of the #74 Kessel Racing Ferrari 296 GT3 Evo will participate in the #33 TF Sport Corvette Z06 LMGT3.R.
A comprehensive look at the entry list will be available shortly.
Key Details:
- Event: 2026 ELMS Rookie Test
- Date: October 11, 2026
- Location: Autódromo Internacional do Algarve, Portugal
- Duration: 5 hours of track time
More updates to follow.
