Lamborghini Temerario GT3 Makes European Debut at Circuit Paul Ricard
This weekend marks the European debut of the Lamborghini Temerario GT3, at the opening round of the GT World Challenge Europe held at Circuit Paul Ricard. Following its global unveiling at Sebring with Pfaff Motorsports last month, two examples—the #63 TGI Team by GRT and #96 Rutronik Racing—will compete in the Pro class. The absence of the previous-generation Huracán V10s adds pressure on Lamborghini’s latest V8-powered entry.
Memorial Garden Honors Racing Legends
In a thoughtful gesture, the Circuit Paul Ricard has established the Square des Etoiles, a memorial dedicated to late drivers Antoine Hubert and Jules Bianchi, enriching the emotional landscape of the event.
JMW Motorsport Returns in Green
JMW Motorsport enters GT World Challenge Europe with a full-season effort in the Bronze Cup. Featuring a striking green livery, the #60 Ferrari 296 GT3 Evo will see drivers Chandler Hull, Rolf Ineichen, and Tim Heinemann behind the wheel, marking the team’s first entry in this series after a shift from their previous commitments.
Team RJN’s Tribute to Julian Batten-Dale
The #23 McLaren from Team RJN pays tribute to Julian “Julze” Batten-Dale, a respected figure in the British GT Championship, who passed away last week. The car’s nose displays a tribute, fostering solidarity among the racing community.
Drivers Juggle Dual Duties
With the bustling schedule of events, drivers such as David Perel and others are set to compete in both the GT World Challenge and the European Le Mans Series (ELMS). Perel outlined his rigorous schedule, emphasizing the challenges of navigating practice sessions and races across two venues.
“I didn’t want to throw away one of the championships,” Perel stated regarding his commitment to both series.
Comtoyou Racing Expands Line-Up
Comtoyou Racing has bolstered its presence with four vehicles, including an additional Pro #18 Aston Martin Vantage AMR GT3 Evo, driven by Lance Stroll, Roberto Merhi, and Mari Boya. Stroll’s participation marks a noteworthy crossover from Formula 1 to GT racing.
Lamborghini Milestones and Showcases
The event celebrates several milestones for Lamborghini, including the 30th anniversary of its inaugural one-make series, Lamborghini Supertrophy. More than twelve Lamborghini models will be on display, showcasing the brand’s rich heritage alongside the Temerario GT3’s competitive debut.
Gen M Prompts New Era for BMW
BMW M Motorsport kicks off its Gen M driver development program with ROE Racing’s #998 BMW M4 GT3 Evo, featuring young talents Ugo de Wilde, Tim Tramnitz, and seasoned driver Jens Klingmann.
As the event unfolds this weekend, all eyes will be on the competitive battles ahead, especially surrounding the new entrants and the lineup of experienced drivers. With a mix of tradition and innovation, Circuit Paul Ricard sets the stage for an exhilarating start to the GT World Challenge Europe season.
