Le Castellet, 13 April 2025 – Maserati has kicked off the 2025 GT2 European Series Powered by Pirelli with a commanding presence at Circuit Paul Ricard, underlining its motorsport heritage and competitive ambition with a standout performance from its GT2 contenders.
Four Maserati GT2 entries lined up for the opening weekend in southern France, with the House of the Trident immediately making its mark. Reigning Am Class champion Philippe Prette, behind the wheel of the No. 1 LP Racing Maserati GT2, claimed a dominant class victory in Race 1, while the Dinamic Motorsport pairing of Mauro Calamia and Roberto Pampanini earned a hard-fought third place overall and in the Pro Am category in Race 2, despite tricky conditions.
Race 1: Prette Picks Up Where He Left Off
Starting from the front row, Prette executed a clean and confident start, maintaining pace with the front-runners through the early laps. After a well-managed pit window, he rejoined in fifth place overall – crucially maintaining the lead in the Am Class. From there, Prette showcased both racecraft and composure to seal his first class win of the 2025 season, continuing the momentum from his 2024 championship triumph.
Behind him, the Swiss pairing of Mauro Calamia – a former Trofeo Maserati winner – and Roberto Pampanini also delivered a strong performance in the No. 55 Dinamic Motorsport Maserati GT2. A penalty for a false start and a subsequent second pit stop relegated them to seventh overall, but their pace was evident throughout.
In the other Maserati entries, Patrick Charlaix and Jordan Boisson of TFT Racing claimed ninth overall and fourth in the Am Class, while the LP Racing duo of Anik Patel and Eddie Cheever III were unfortunately forced to retire after an incident, ruling them out of Race 2.
Race 2: Fighting Spirit in the Rain
With rain arriving for Sunday’s showdown, conditions at Circuit Paul Ricard shifted dramatically. Calamia took the start in the Dinamic Motorsport entry and immediately slotted into a competitive rhythm. However, an attempt to climb higher in the field saw him spin following contact. Recovering admirably, he handed over to Pampanini in a strong position.
Pampanini picked up the mantle with intent, navigating the wet track with precision and aggression to secure a place on the podium – third overall and in the Pro Am class – and giving Maserati another reason to celebrate.
Prette, meanwhile, launched his own comeback drive from the back of the grid. Despite being handed a drive-through penalty for contact, he still managed fourth in the Am Class, just ahead of the TFT Racing pairing of Charlaix and Boisson.
Maserati Corse: A Vision Confirmed
Reflecting on a strong weekend for the marque, Maria Conti, Head of Maserati Corse, commented:
“We’re extremely proud to have demonstrated our racing DNA and nature of performance during the opening weekend of the GT2 European Series 2025! Seeing four cars on the starting grid, as well as the official Safety Car and Leading Car, makes us proud and epitomises the motorsport nature of our Brand. Now more than ever, we’re delighted to offer our customers, teams and gentleman drivers a car with character – a perfect synthesis of advanced technology and performance at the highest levels.”
Conti also highlighted the importance of Prette’s Am Class victory as a continuation of the team’s title-winning form, affirming Maserati’s ambition to be a key player throughout the season.
Looking Ahead
With a solid points haul and impressive showings in both dry and wet conditions, Maserati’s return to the GT2 European Series in 2025 has already laid strong foundations. The championship now moves on to Zandvoort, Netherlands, from 16 to 18 May, where the Maserati GT2 entries will aim to further their challenge for honours across both Am and Pro Am categories.
