Reigning British Touring Car Champions WSR have announced plans to enter high-level GT racing in 2026.
This new venture will bring WSR into GT competition for the first time and will run alongside the team’s BTCC programme, which has resulted in 18 overall titles since 2009.
“This is the start of a new era for WSR and may surprise a few people, but it’s something we’ve been evaluating ever since we were asked to put together a GT programme a few years ago, but decided it wasn’t quite the right time,” commented Dick Bennetts, Team Principal and Managing Director, WSR. “GT racing is now at an all-time high, making this the perfect moment to move into the space alongside our BTCC programme.
“There’s still work to do, like finalising which manufacturer or manufacturers we align with, selecting the right series and bolstering our team with technical and operational personnel with GT racing experience. By declaring our intentions now, we give ourselves the best chance to be fully up-to-speed by the start of the 2026 season.”
It also provides opportunities for new drivers to join a list of WSR alumni that includes Jonathan Palmer, Ayrton Senna, Mika Hakkinen, Nigel Mansell, Rubens Barrichello, Tom Kristensen, Allan McNish, Andy Priaulx, Colin Turkington and Jake Hill.
GT3 and GT4 categories in series such as British GT, GT World Challenge Europe, the 24H Series and GT4 European Series are currently being evaluated. Single-make categories for GT machinery are also being considered.
Further announcements on confirmed programmes will be made in due course.
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