The US-based team finished first and third – its first double podium in WEC – with the pole-setting #23 Vantage GT3 of Gray Newell (USA), Dudu Barrichello (BRA) and Jonny Adam (GBR) claiming the final podium place. It was the trio’s second podium in three races, following third place in the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June.
The result marked Heart of Racing Team’s first double podium in WEC and Vantage’s first WEC win of the 2026 season. It was also a standout weekend for the latest-generation Vantage GT3, which secured its first WEC front-row lockout.
The #27 Vantage led the LMGT3 class during the second hour before Drudi completed the final stint, holding off the competition through a late Safety Car period to secure the win.
The #23 Vantage also delivered a strong performance, fighting its way to third after running consistently inside the top six. The result marks its second podium in three races, following a third-place finish at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June.
With three rounds remaining, both Heart of Racing Team crews remain in contention for the FIA Endurance Trophy for LMGT3 Teams.
