The Asian Le Mans Sprint Cup 2017 wraps up this weekend at Sepang International Circuit with the third and final round of the year – and Team NZ Motorsport heads into the event with the ambition to retain the Drivers’ and Teams’ titles in the GT Cup class finely balanced.
From the first two rounds (which comprised of four races) the team racked up three wins and a second place giving a useful cushion at the top of the standings in both classifications. However, with their remaining rivals for the title, PAS Macau Racing, having claimed the other win along with three runners up spots they are ready to capitalise on any issues that might hit Team NZ Motorsport this weekend. A DNF in either of the two 1-hour ‘sprint’ races that comprise the season closer could be hugely costly to either team.
“We’re pleased that John Curran will be back with us after our Irish driver was forced to miss the previous round, held here last month, due to business commitments. It means that Graeme (Dowsett) is now alone at the top of the Drivers’ classification standings and John will be playing a crucial supporting role as we look to retain that title.”
“With John and Graeme sharing the cockpit we have a well-rounded and experienced driver line up that is well placed to get the job done. The pair teamed up last year to win the inaugural Sprint Cup GT title and we are hungry to retain our crowns. As usual the pair will be driving our #77 Porsche 997 GT3 Cup.”
For the record, in the Teams’ championship they currently have 97 points and an advantage over the second placed team of 18 points. In the Drivers’ championship Graeme Dowsett is on 97 points and leads the standings, 18 points ahead of the next driver.
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