Michelin 12H PAUL RICARD: Proton Huber Competition Claims Victory
Le Castellet, France – Proton Huber Competition secured a thrilling victory at the Michelin 12H PAUL RICARD, finishing just 3.4 seconds ahead of Red Ant Racing in a dramatic conclusion that unfolded under the night sky. The team, featuring drivers Klaus Bachler, Manuel Lauck, Jorg Dreisow, and Mark Wallenwein, triumphed with their Porsche 911 GT3 R (992) after a tense final half-hour punctuated by two Code 60 cautions.
“I’m overwhelmed with emotions,” remarked Dreisow. “Such a win is a big team event; it’s unbelievable.” The victory also propelled Proton Huber to the top of the GT3 PRO-AM standings in the Michelin 24H SERIES European Series.
Race Highlights:
- Red Ant Racing, led by Kobe de Breucker, mounted a late charge but ultimately finished second, followed by TFT Racing’s Mercedes-AMG GT3 EVO in third.
- Continental Racing by Simpson Motorsport clinched the AM class win with its Audi R8 LMS GT3 EVO II.
- In the 992 class, Muhlner Motorsport’s trio of Martin Rump, Julian Hanses, and Valters Zviedris dominated, securing a comfortable victory with their Porsche 911 GT3 Cup (992).
GTX & GT4 Categories:
In the GTX class, Graff Racing achieved a notable debut win with its Nova NP02, overcoming early setbacks. Meanwhile, Venture’s Mercedes-AMG GT4 captured its third victory of the season, showcasing dominance in the GT4 category.
Key Results:
- GT3:
- Proton Huber Competition – Porsche 911 GT3 R (992)
- Red Ant Racing – Mercedes-AMG GT3 EVO
- TFT Racing – Mercedes-AMG GT3 EVO
- GT3 AM Class: Continental Racing by Simpson Motorsport – Audi R8 LMS GT3 EVO II
- 992 Class: Muhlner Motorsport – Porsche 911 GT3 Cup (992)
- GTX Class Winner: Graff Racing – Nova NP02
- GT4 Class Winner: Venture – Mercedes-AMG GT4
The next event on the Michelin 24H SERIES calendar is the championship finale at the Michelin 24H BARCELONA, scheduled for September 27-28.
