Maserati Secures Two Runner-Up Positions and Class Victory at Spa in GT2 European Series
Maserati Corse achieved two overall runner-up finishes and a class victory at Spa-Francorchamps, with Antoine Potty dominating the Silver category and the all-female Iron Dames crew making their debut.
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What Happened
At the historic Spa-Francorchamps circuit, Maserati Corse secured two runner-up positions overall in the second round of the 2026 GT2 European Series powered by Pirelli. The team also earned a victory and two second-place finishes in class. Home driver Antoine Potty (i4Race) and Monaco's Philippe Prette (LP Racing) led the charge for the Trident.
In Race 1 on Saturday, Potty defended his front-row position to finish second overall and first in the Silver class. Prette overcame early contact to claim second in the Masters class. The Iron Dames crew of Sara Bovy and Laura Van den Hengel finished fifth in Pro Am after a pit-lane incident.
In Race 2 on Sunday, Potty took the lead in Silver after the Safety Car period and battled to finish second overall, just tenths behind the winner. Prette again secured second in Masters. In Pro Am, Van den Hengel finished seventh, while Pirri retired after an early mistake.
“We are proud to be a leading name in the GT2 European Series 2026, a championship that continues to grow and one in which we strongly believe... This weekend at Spa, we once again confirmed the competitiveness of the Maserati GT2, thanks to a high-performance, reliable car that continues to gain the trust of teams and drivers.”
The Iron Dames made their debut with Maserati at Spa, coinciding with the centenary of Maria Teresa De Filippis, the first woman to qualify for a Formula 1 Grand Prix in a Maserati 250F in 1958. Vincent Biard highlighted the significance: 'A further source of pride is the debut of the first all-female crew in a Maserati GT2... In the year in which we are celebrating Maserati's 100 years in racing, it is especially significant.'
- Monza
- Misano (18-19 July)
- Zandvoort (19-20 September)
- Portimão (17-18 October)
Previously from Maserati S.p.A.
Maserati has been celebrating its 100th anniversary throughout 2026, including launching the 'Trident Stars' constellation and a tribute at the 1000 Miglia. The Spa race weekend also honored the centenary of Maria Teresa De Filippis, the first woman in F1.
- Maserati Launches 'Trident Stars' Constellation to Celebrate Logo Centenary
- Maserati Tribute at 1000 Miglia 2026 Celebrates 100 Years of Trident Logo
Background drawn from MotorClaw's earlier coverage of Maserati S.p.A.'s official releases.
Why this matters
Maserati's strong performance at Spa confirms the competitiveness of its GT2 car, attracting more teams and drivers. The debut of the all-female Iron Dames crew highlights the brand's commitment to diversity and its celebration of Maria Teresa De Filippis, the first woman to qualify for an F1 Grand Prix 68 years ago.
Terms in This Story
- GT2 European Series
- A sports car racing championship for GT2-class vehicles, featuring a mix of professional and amateur drivers.
- Silver class
- A driver classification in GT racing for amateur/pro drivers, typically with younger or less experienced competitors.
- Masters class
- A driver classification in GT racing for older competitors, usually aged 50 and above.
- Iron Dames
- An all-female racing team supported by Maserati, promoting women in motorsport.
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