Vincent Biard, head of Maserati Corse, hails a pivotal Zandvoort weekend as Philippe Prette secures the 2026 GT2 European Series Masters Cup with two races remaining.

Prette delivers a Zandvoort double to clinch his third straight Masters crown, extending titles from 2024 and 2025, and validating LP Racing’s execution under pressure.

His approach blends calculated aggression with clean decision-making, notably in decisive overtakes that established clear track position and controlled race pace.

Biard emphasises the Maserati GT2’s adaptability, with consistent speed on varied layouts and low‑grip surfaces, underpinned by an engineering approach mindful of FIA standards.

That baseline allows teams to extract pace quickly after setbacks. Misano exposes weaknesses, yet the programme rebounds immediately at Zandvoort with podiums across different driver pairings.

Thomas Yu Lee and Niccolo Pirri guide the #8 to third in race one. Mauro Calamia and Roberto Pampanini match that in race two, recovering strongly after a grid penalty.

Those results matter for confidence and validation. They suggest the car’s operating window is broad, easing setup compromises across sprint stints and variable ambient conditions.

With the title settled, Portimao on October 16–18 offers a pressure‑free benchmark. Transatlantic interest grows, reflected in Laurin Heinrich’s Indianapolis podium in IMSA.

Biard targets a larger GT2 grid for 2027. The message to teams is straightforward: the Maserati platform is competitive, reliable, and eligible for multiple series, including American programmes.

Maserati Corse intends to celebrate Prette’s achievement while refining processes and support. The goal is sustained competitiveness and broader representation when the 2027 campaigns assemble.

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