Maserati Corse has concluded the 2026 season of the GT2 European Series with an exceptional balance, after a notable performance at the Portimao circuit, where they achieved pole positions and victories in both races held over the weekend.
The teams competing under the Trident banner showed great consistency, achieving nine podiums in total. Antoine Potty from i4Race finished second overall, while winning the SILVER CUP, while Philippe and Louis Prette from LP Racing took victory in the PRO/AM class.
In the second race, the Prette duo dominated from the start, securing another triumph, with Pirri and Rosina closely following in the SILVER Class, where Potty finished third. The teams demonstrated their competitiveness, aiming to solidify Maserati’s position in the championship.
Vincent Biard, head of Maserati Corse, highlighted the significant achievements of the season, including Philippe Prette’s third consecutive title in the MASTERS Cup Class. He also emphasized the participation of three women in the Maserati GT2 competition, a significant fact that brings diversity to the motorsport world.
Additionally, the Maserati GT2 debuted in the United States with great success, winning two races at GT America on October 10 and 11. Biard underscored the importance of this victory in Indianapolis, highlighting that the vehicle can compete with GT3s, which increases the possibilities for Maserati internationally.
Looking towards 2027, Maserati aims to maintain its competitiveness and work on the development of the new GranTurismo GT4, which will debut in 2028. Biard announced that next year’s strategy will focus on continuity and progress, aiming to remain a benchmark team in GT2 and enhance its technologies both on the track and on the road.
In conclusion, next year will be a crucial stage of development and homologation for Maserati, with the aim of achieving success in both the GT2 and the new GranTurismo platform.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
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