Manama: His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, owner of 2 Seas Motorsport, highlighted the team's impressive performance in Round Four of the Endurance Cup at Germany's Nrburgring Circuit. He remarked that this achievement showcases the team's commitment to excellence and underscores Bahrain's growing prominence in the international motorsport arena.
According to Bahrain News Agency, HH Shaikh Isa bin Abdullah expressed pride in the team's victory in the Bronze Cup and their podium finish in the Gold Cup at one of the championship's most challenging races. He attributed this success to the drivers' dedication, the technical crews' efficiency, and the cohesive team spirit of 2 Seas Motorsport.
HH Shaikh Isa bin Abdullah emphasized that 2 Seas Motorsport has demonstrated Bahrain's ability to compete on the global motorsport stage, achieving significant victories in major races. He reiterated the ongoing efforts to enhance the team's standing and elevate Bahrain's global profile, aligning with the vision of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, in fostering youth and sports.
He also expressed gratitude to the team members for their continuous achievements and acknowledged the crucial role of supporters and partners in this success, which raises Bahrain's international profile.
The British-Bahraini team 2 Seas Motorsport marked a significant milestone at the historic Nrburgring Circuit, clinching the Bronze Cup victory with drivers Charles Dawson, Tom Lebbon, and Ben Barnicoat in the team's Mercedes-AMG GT3 car number 222, after an intense three-hour contest against sixty-one leading international teams.
The team also supported the Verstappen.com Racing car number 33, driven by Harry King, Chris Lulham, and Thierry Vermeulen, which initially finished first in the Gold Cup but was demoted to third in class and seventeenth overall due to a post-race penalty. Despite the setback, the team retained its championship lead as it approached the final round.
The race was action-packed from the start, with Charles Dawson climbing eleven positions in the opening laps, setting a competitive pace. Tom Lebbon impressed in his debut at the Nrburgring and in the series, taking the class lead during his stint before handing over to Ben Barnicoat, who expertly secured the victory.
This accomplishment further solidifies 2 Seas Motorsport's presence in major endurance races, highlighting Bahrain's stature on the global motorsport map. Owned by His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, 2 Seas Motorsport has become a leading team in international motorsport, participating in prestigious championships such as the GT World Challenge and the British GT Championship.
In a relatively short time, the team has garnered significant successes by recruiting top-notch drivers and engineers and utilizing cutting-edge technologies in motorsport. Today, 2 Seas Motorsport is a prominent name in endurance racing, representing the Kingdom with pride on the global sporting stage.