September 26, 2021

Bird Claims Runner Up Spot In GT World Cup

Penrith driver Frank Bird endured a frustrating weekend at the fifth and final round of the Fanatec GT World Cup Europe powered by AWS Sprint Cup in Valencia, but still managed to end the season as runner-up in the series.

The 21-year-old Cumbrian and Japanese teammate Ryuichiro Tomita struggled during qualifying in the Team WRT Audi R8 LMS on the technical Spanish track to end up 24th on the grid.

But in typical fashion, Bird made a cracking start in the opening race and was up to 12th place when contact with another car dropped him back down the order before Tomito took over and brought the car home in 14th overall and fourth in the Silver Cup class for lesser experienced drivers.

 

Race two saw both Bird and Tomito nurse the car home to 17th overall and sixth in the Silver Cup class to clinch the runner-up placing much to their delight.

 

Frank Bird: “We didn’t maximise qualifying and that made things difficult. In race one, we were lucky, given we had a slow puncture, and in race two, we could only finish sixth. Overall, it’s not been too bad as we finished second in the Silver Cup. It was a tough season, but we also had some good races so a big thanks to the team and our sponsors.”

 

GT World Challenge Europe Sprint Cup – Round 5

Valencia, Spain - 24-26 September 2021

 

Race 1 Result

1. Engel-Stolz (Mercedes AMG)                                                       

2. Roussel-Haase (Audi R8 LMS)                             

3. Boguslavskiy-Marciello (Mercedes AMG)                                               

4. Marschall-Aka (Audi R8 LMS)                                                     

5. Umbrarescu-Gounon (Mercedes AMG)                                         

14. Bird-Tomita (Audi R8 LMS) (4th Silver)

 

Race 2 Result

1. Stolz-Engel (Mercedes AMG)                                                       

2. Umbrarescu-Gounon (Mercedes AMG)                                         

3. Siedler-Costa (Lamborghini Huracan)                                           

4. Bernicoat-Wilkinson (McLaren 720S)                                           

5. De Leneer-Engelhart (Porsche 911 R) 

17. Bird-Tomita (Audi R8 LMS) (6th Silver)

 

For further info, please contact Vincent Vosse vincent.vosse@w-racingteam.com or

Daria Marina (Media) daria.marina@w-racingteam.com. Mob: +41 76 405 90 52

PBM Racing Team Announces Exclusive Donington Park Networking Event Ahead of 2026 BSB Season

By Rich Page • April 8, 2026
The PBM Racing Team is opening its doors to prospective commercial partners with an exclusive, invitation‑only networking event at Donington Park on Friday 15 May, offering brands a rare opportunity to explore high‑impact sponsorship opportunities for the 2026 British Superbike Championship. Positioned as a gateway for companies looking to align with performance, precision, innovation and passion, the event is designed for organisations seeking to elevate their brand through one of the UK’s most successful and recognisable motorsport teams. Guests will receive unprecedented access to the PBM Racing Team, including direct insight into how strategic partnerships are activated across a full BSB season. Attendees will also be guided through the team’s 2026 sponsorship programme, with opportunities ranging from title partnerships to bespoke hospitality and client‑engagement packages. The day includes: Exclusive access to PBM Racing Team personnel A deep dive into 2026 sponsorship opportunities Behind‑the‑scenes experiences at Donington Park Premium hospitality and networking with current and prospective partners The event aims to help brands understand how motorsport partnerships can drive measurable commercial value, from brand visibility and customer engagement to internal culture, team building and VIP experiences. The event provides a strategic platform for brands seeking differentiation; with competition for consumer attention at an all‑time high, PBM is positioning the 2026 season as a prime opportunity for companies to stand out. The team’s leadership emphasises that modern motorsport partnerships go far beyond logo placement, offering integrated marketing, digital storytelling, experiential activations and corporate hospitality tailored to each partner’s objectives. Attendance is strictly limited, and interested companies are encouraged to register their interest early. Successful applicants will be contacted directly by a member of the PBM Racing Team to confirm their place.

PBM RACING MARKS 30TH ANNIVERSARY

By pbmracing • April 2, 2026
PBM Racing, the most successful team in British Superbike Championship history, is celebrating its 30th anniversary, 30 days to the start of the 2026 season, marking three decades at the forefront of British motorsport.
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