2025 24H of Spa-Francorchamps.
It was not meant to be this time.
Starting from the lower end of the grid after a difficult Thursday for all of us, I managed to gain 12 positions in the opening phase of the race. With our pace and a further great strategic call from @getspeed in the following stint, things started to look good for us.
Just when we snuck into the top half of the grid, disaster struck. An irreparable mechanical failure meant the end of the race for our #6 crew.
A harsh reality, but the only thing I can do is stand up, and try again. I will stay persistent and stay focused to keep on ever-improving
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Went offline for a while trying to focus on some other things. 🧘🏼
In the meantime, I haven’t been standing still. Here’s what happened in May:
➡️ Had my first raceweekend with Antonelli Motorsport in Misano. 🇮🇹 We were fighting for an overall victory but a technical failure after the first hour prevented a good result. Still, I met some amazing new people and I’m excited for the races ahead!
➡️ Drove up the infamous Eau Rouge with 250kph during the prologue of the @crowdstrike24hoursofspa 🎢 🇧🇪
➡️ Raced at the Temple of Speed in Monza 🇮🇹, for the second round of the @gtworldcheu . Things didn’t work out the way we wanted them to, but that’s racing sometimes.
Now looking ahead to a busy few weeks ahead. At the moment I’m in Monza again for the second round of the @cigranturismo Endurance Championship. Let’s push! ✌🏼
Starting on the back foot after the combined qualifying, we were never really able to recover in this race where track position was key.
Nevertheless, there’s a lot to take away from this weekend. Setting the fastest lap of all Mercedes drivers in the race in my second stint, highlighted our potential. Thanks to @getspeed for their work and most importantly my incredible partners for making this possible in the first place. I’m proud to be on this grid again carrying your names!
Until next time, Paul Ricard! 💙
Finally we go again! ❤️ Grateful to be back in the GT World Challenge paddock. I’m excited to go on track and I’m going to do everything I can to maximize our package.