Friday, May 18, 2018

Blancpain GT stories headed for Silverstone

the Blancpain GT Endurance Cup resumes this weekend at the Silverstone Circuit in Northamptonshire, England.  Here are some pre-race stories being followed, as a Friday bonus post.  Stay tuned for news through the weekend and a full race report as well.

Ratel Pleased with Blancpain GT Format Changes
http://sportscar365.com/sro/blancpain-gt/ratel-pleased-with-blancpain-gt-format-changes/

As there is a clash between Blancpain GT Endurance at Silverstone, and the next races in DTM, this weekend, many high profile substitute drivers have been called in for the English GT contest.

Christodoulou, Fassler Among Subs for Silverstone
http://sportscar365.com/sro/blancpain-gt/christodoulou-fassler-among-subs-for-silverstone/

A bit of a shock announcement trecrntly, as Bentley veteran Guy Smith has decided to step back and reduce his racing career commitments.

Smith to Step Down from Factory Bentley Role
http://sportscar365.com/sro/blancpain-gt/smith-steps-down-bentley-racing-role/

South African driver Jordan Pepper will replace Smith on the factory Bentley squad beginning with next month’s Blancpain Endurance round in southern France at Paul Ricard.

Racing TV show Mobil 1 The Grid, looks at Porsche’s GT driver development program.

Inside Porsche’s Talent Factory
http://sportscar365.com/lemans/wec/inside-porsches-talent-factory/

Audi R8 LMS Cup Drivers Vying for 24H Spa Entry
http://sportscar365.com/sro/blancpain-gt/audi-r8-lms-cup-drivers-vying-for-24h-spa-entry/

Factory Honda NSX GT3 Confirmed for 24H Spa
http://sportscar365.com/sro/blancpain-gt/factory-honda-nsx-gt3-confirmed-for-24h-spa/


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