SHERIDAN, WYOMING – August 13, 2024 – Audi Sport's commitment to excellence in motorsport continues to bear fruit as its customer racing teams deliver a series of impressive victories across the globe. The Audi R8 LMS GT3 and RS 3 LMS have proven their prowess on renowned circuits across Europe and Asia, showcasing the brand's unwavering dedication to performance and innovation.
R8 LMS GT3: A Triumph in European and Asian Endurance Racing
The Audi R8 LMS GT3, a staple of endurance racing, continues its triumphant march. In the British Endurance Championship, PB Racing by JMH demonstrated exceptional skill and consistency, securing their fifth consecutive victory. The team's Audi R8 LMS, driven by Peter Erceg and Marcus Clutton, led the pack at Donington, finishing with a commanding one-lap advantage.
The R8 LMS also shone in the Spezial Tourenwagen Trophy in Germany. Martin Zander, driving for the équipe vitesse team, masterfully navigated the Hockenheim circuit to secure his first win of the season, showcasing the car's exceptional agility and speed.
Further podium finishes at the ADAC Racing Weekend at Hockenheim and in the Thailand Super Series held in Malaysia underscored the R8 LMS's competitive edge in both European and Asian racing landscapes. These results affirm the car's versatility and performance across diverse track conditions and racing formats.
RS 3 LMS: Unmatched Performance in Touring Car Racing
The Audi RS 3 LMS has also been a force to be reckoned with in touring car racing. In the Sports Car Championship Canada presented by Michelin, the RS 3 LMS claimed its sixth victory of the season. Young driver Anthony Martella,representing Martella Motorsport, demonstrated remarkable skill and composure to secure his second career win on the challenging Trois-Rivières street circuit.
Another thrilling victory came from Ron Tomlinson, who delivered an impressive drive to claim his first win of the season. These victories, along with consistent performances from other Audi drivers, solidify the RS 3 LMS's dominance in the Canadian touring car arena.
In the TCR China Challenge, the RS 3 LMS continued its winning streak with Liu Zichen securing his third victory of the year for the 326 Racing Team. Additionally, Audi Team Mars marked their presence in the TCR Japan series with three podium finishes.
Audi Sport: Empowering Customer Racing Success
These remarkable achievements across multiple racing series underscore Audi Sport's dedication to fostering customer racing success. By providing teams with cutting-edge technology, comprehensive support, and unwavering passion for motorsport, Audi is empowering privateer drivers to compete at the highest level and achieve extraordinary results.
As the season unfolds, Audi Sport customer racing teams are gearing up for upcoming challenges in prestigious events like the DTM at Nürburgring, GT America at Road America, and TCR UK at Silverstone. With a winning mindset and a proven track record, Audi drivers are poised to continue their pursuit of excellence and further solidify the brand's legacy in global motorsport.
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