SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Dec. 4, 2024 – Alpine, the renowned French automaker, has added another prestigious title to its impressive racing resume. The Alpine A110 GT4 Evo, already a champion in the 2018 GT4 International Cup and the 2023 French FFSA GT Am Championship, has now conquered the GT4 European Series.
A History of Success
Alpine has been a consistent contender in the GT4 category since the A110 GT4's debut in 2018. The car quickly made a name for itself, achieving early success with a memorable victory at the GT4 International Cup in Bahrain.
In 2022, Alpine introduced the A110 GT4 Evo, featuring significant upgrades to the gearbox, turbo, and engine. This enhanced version proved its mettle in 2023 when Laurent Hurgon and Alain Ferté secured the A110's first French FFSA GT Championship title.
European Domination
This year, the #55 Schumacher CLRT Alpine A110 GT4 Evo, driven by Laurent Hurgon and Pascal Huteau, continued its winning streak, setting a new standard in the GT4 European Series. The team dominated the Am category, securing an impressive seven victories out of twelve races.
Their season began with a double victory at Circuit Paul Ricard, followed by wins at Misano, Spa-Francorchamps, and Hockenheim. Consistent podium finishes, including at Monza, allowed them to clinch the title with one round to spare. A final victory at the season finale in Jeddah solidified their dominance and secured the Am team crown for Schumacher CLRT.
Success Across the Board
The A110 GT4 Evo's success wasn't limited to the Am category. Silver drivers Nelson Panciatici and Antoine Leclerc, representing Code Racing Development, achieved an overall victory at Hockenheim. Jean-Paul Dominici and Jean-Mathieu Leandri, driving for Chazel Technologie Course, added two more Am wins to the A110's tally.
Continued Success in France
The Alpine A110 GT4 Evo also shone in the French FFSA GT Championship. The #55 Schumacher CLRT, with Grégory Guilvert and Laurent Hurgon at the helm, secured two overall victories at Spa and Circuit Paul Ricard.
Alpine demonstrated its versatility by winning in all categories, including three Pro-Am victories, one Silver win, and three Am wins. These strong results earned Schumacher CLRT the Pro-Am title. Mateo Herrero, driving for Chazel Technologie Course, finished as runner-up in the Silver category. Stéphane Lemeret and Stéphane Auriacombe, driving the #63 CMR, achieved the same feat in the Am category.
Developing Future Talent
The Alpine Elf Cup Series, a proving ground for young drivers, also showcased its value. Gaël Castelli, the 2019 series winner, secured his first title. Mateo Herrero delivered strong performances, and Gaspard Simon and Tom Verdier both achieved pole positions while competing in dual programs.
A New Era of Performance
Building on these achievements, Alpine is committed to further enhancing its presence in the GT4 category. The Alpine A110 GT4 Evo 2, fresh off a class victory in the Ultimate Endurance GT Cup, is poised to continue the A110's legacy on renowned circuits worldwide.
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