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PCCF | Major Firsts for ABM and Marcus Amand at Misano

The Porsche Carrera Cup France 992 GT3 Cup cars discovered the Misano circuit for the fourth round of the 2025 season. The Italian circuit, located on the shores of the Adriatic Sea, had not hosted the championship since 2019. Six years on, the fast Italian track provided some action-packed racing.

The start of ABM’s dream Saturday began with Paul Cauhaupé’s magnificent qualifying. The PCCF 2024 junior secured his first two pole positions in the category in a highly indecisive session, with the top four separated by just 80 thousandths! Faced with Mathys Jaubert on the front row of the grid, the poleman was unable to hold on to his advantage. Wheel-to-wheel, the two men engaged in a great battle in the first series of bends. The man from Toulouse lost several positions as he was passed by his team-mate Marvin Klein (ABM) and Marcus Amand (CLRT Schumacher). In the wake of the Martinet by Alméras rider, the double champion was pressing on. After several laps of resistance, Mathys Jaubert gave in. When he was overtaken, the native of Salon de Provence broke his steering rod. This marked the start of a long battle to the chequered flag, under which he moved up to ninth place. Once in the lead, the N°74 ABM in its star-spangled blue livery built up enough of a gap to protect itself from the chasing pack. Winning his first Cup France race since September 2023, Marvin Klein gave ABM its first ever championship victory. It was a momentous occasion for the team from Haute-Savoie, who were overcome by emotion in the Parc Fermé. The results of years of hard work. Marcus Amand took second place and the championship lead at the same time. Paul Cauhaupé was once again on the podium. Keagan Masters (TFT Racing) finished just outside the top-3.

Fifth-placed Chester Kieffer (CLRT Schumacher) won the rookies’ race. The Luxembourger was ahead of the constant Enzo Joulié (Martinet by Alméras). Under pressure from Karen Gaillard (Schumacher CLRT) until the final moments, Mathys Cappuccio (ABM) held on to finish third. The Junior PCCF 2025 therefore finished fourth.

Chester Kieffer took his seventh rookie win in eight races. Enzo Joulié, always close to the Luxembourger, had to be content with second place. After a fine attacking race, Joran Leneutre (Racing Technology) rounded off his weekend with a podium finish.

For the first time since Barcelona, Marc Guillot scored a Pro-Am double. Leading from start to finish throughout the weekend, the title holder moved a step closer to a second consecutive title after his sixth victory in 2025. Second in Race 1, Jérôme Boullery was caught up in the unfortunate collision at the first corner in Race 2. The Racing Technology driver could do absolutely nothing to avoid the spinning car. He was able to restart the race and salvage third place behind his team-mate Cyril Caillo.

Jean-Philippe Gambaro had an eventful Saturday in the Am category. After feeling unwell on the pre-grid for qualifying, the Gentleman completed a few laps in a weakened state. Rested, he went into the first race of the weekend hoping to do as well as possible. The ABM driver put in his best performance of the season with victory! Often very fast in qualifying, he put an end to his difficulties in confirming in the race. Eric Debard (Debard Automobiles by Racetivity) and Jordan Boisson (TFT Racing) were alongside him on the podium. Jean-Philippe Gambaro’s race 2 ended sooner than expected when he was involved in the accident in T1. Jordan Boisson took the lead under the chequered flag, but was handed a five-second penalty, giving Eric Debard victory for the first time since the opening meeting. Making their first appearance in the PCCF, Loic Teire and GP Racing Team progressed through the sessions to finish on the third step of the podium.

It’s holiday time for Porsche Carrera Cup France! The 992 GT3 Cup cars will be back on track from September 18-21 in Valencia for what promises to be a thrilling end to the season.

PCCF | Porsche Carrera Cup France to Introduce Mandatory ABS on 911 GT3 Cup Cars in 2026.

Porsche France announces a major technical evolution for the 2026 season of the Porsche Carrera Cup France: the mandatory utilisation of the ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) on the 911 GT3 Cup cars. This decision is part of an alignment strategy with the Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup, which will also adopt this technology starting next year.

This choice marks an important step in the development of customer racing at Porsche. It reflects the desire to offer a better balance between performance, safety, and accessibility, while ensuring technical consistency across the different levels of the Porsche Motorsport pyramid.

“With the introduction of ABS in the Supercup and the Junior Shoot-Out, it was natural for the Carrera Cup France to follow the same path and timeline. This allows drivers to prepare for their progression under comparable technical conditions, while preserving the essence of Porsche motorsport: competition, fairness, and excellence,” Christophe Servens, Head of Motorsport Porsche France.

This development will notably help less experienced drivers build confidence, while maintaining close gaps and maximum intensity on track.

The adoption of ABS reflects the Porsche Carrera Cup France’s commitment to innovation, without compromising its DNA.

See you on the starting grid in 2026.

PCCF | Perrot and Jaubert win a lively round at Spa-Francorchamps

The Porsche Carrera Cup France concluded the first part of its 2025 season at Spa-Francorchamps. The legendary Belgian track once again offered a real challenge to the drivers. From La Source to Blanchimont, via Brussels, Pouhon and the inevitable Raidillon, the Spa circuit – once again – did not disappoint.

In qualifying, Mathys Jaubert continued his fine run from Dijon. After his two victories, Jaubert, who had competed in the 24 Hours of Le Mans a week earlier, took both pole position. At the start of the first race, the Martinet by Alméras resident held off Louis Perrot (Schumacher CLRT). The Toulouse native with the black and gold car would not leave the leader’s alone for the entire race. As the former sim racer kept coming up to the N°16 car, he found a gap. After the safety car intervened to evacuate the car of Eric Debard (Debard Automobiles by Racetivity), Louis Perrot managed the last lap of the race to pass under the chequered flag as winner. When he got out of his car, he was unpleasantly surprised to learn that he had been given a five-second penalty. For a while, first place went to Mathys Jaubert. After reviewing the case, the stewards cancelled the penalty and Louis Perrot opened his Cup France victory record. Schumacher CLRT won for the first time in PCCF this year. The Martinet by Alméras driver took second place ahead of TFT Racing’s South African Keagan Masters. Marcus Amand (Schumacher CLRT) finished just off the podium ahead of Paul Cauhaupé (ABM).

For the first time this year, Chester Kieffer was beaten in the Rookie category. Enzo Joulié was the first to defeat the Luxembourger. The latter worked his way up to second place from the back of the grid after an incident on the first lap. The CLRT Schumacher resident fell just short of the Martinet by Alméras Andorran. Mathys Cappuccio (ABM) was back on the podium.

As in Burgundy, Marc Guillot and Jérôme Boullery shared Pro-Am victories. The Racing Technology driver was the first to pull the trigger. The two-time champion got the better of his rival in the closing stages of Race 1. Sylvain Noël’s team even made it a one-two with Cyril Caillo in second place. Third, the defending champion reacted the very next day, finding his way back to victory. Marc Guillot gave ABM a fourth victory in the category.

In the Am, the surprise came from Great Britain. In Race 1, Graham King (W.D.P Powered by NGT) got the better of the championship regulars. Jean-Philippe Gambaro (ABM) and Jordan Boisson (TFT Racing) finished on the podium. TFT Racing’s driver won Race 2. After his two wins in Dijon, this new victory enabled him to take command of the standings. Jean-Philippe Gambaro and Eric Debard (Debard Automobiles by Racetivity) joined him on the podium.

Porsche Carrera Cup France heads to Italy’s Adriatic coast, to Misano, for the fourth round of the season from July 17th to 20th.

PCCF | Mathys Jaubert continues Martinet by Alméras’ unbeaten run at Dijon

One month after the season opener in Barcelona, the Porsche Carrera Cup France returned to France, and more specifically to Burgundy. The second round of the year took place at Dijon-Prenois. It marked the return of Mathys Jaubert at the wheel of the N°16 Team Martinet by Alméras. The 2024 runner-up had missed the first meeting to take part in the European Le Mans Series with IDEC Sport.

Mathys Jaubert led the way in free practice, but was beaten by Marcus Amand in qualifying for Race 1. The CLRT Schumacher resident took his very first pole position in the championship. At the start, the Finn was not in the right place on the grid. He received a five-second penalty. Remaining in the lead, Marcus Amand set a blistering pace, but Mathys Jaubert managed to stay in the right window. Second under the chequered flag, the Martinet by Alméras driver finally overtook the poleman. Paul Cauhaupé (ABM), who has been impressively consistent since the start of the season, scored another good result by finishing third. Louis Perrot (Schumacher CLRT) was just off the podium. Hugo Chevalier (Debard Automobiles by Racetivity) entered the top-5. On the grid for the second Porsche Carrera Cup Deutschland race on Saturday morning, Marvin Klein had made an express trip to also line up in PCCF. The ABM driver started last after missing out on qualifying, but made a fine comeback to finish seventh.

Chester Kieffer continued his clear round in the Rookie class. The CLRT Schumacher resident won for the third time in succession, ahead of Joran Leneutre (Racing Technology). Karen Gaillard (Schumacher CLRT) was on the podium for the first time in her career. The Junior PCCF 2025 confirmed its rise to prominence.

The Pro-Am category offered the usual duel of the last two years. On his rival’s home turf, Jérôme Boullery (Racing Technology) won the first race ahead of Marc Guillot (ABM). Stung to the core, outgoing champion Marc Guillot retaliated on Sunday. The Dijon-born ABM man could celebrate a victory at home. Cyril Caillo (Racing Technology) finished third after a fine effort, having been struck down by a virus that had troubled him all weekend.

Following Eric Debard’s (Debard Automobiles by Racetivity) one-two finish in Catalonia, Jordan Boisson followed suit in the Am class at Dijon. The TFT Racing driver got the better of Jean-Philippe Gambaro (ABM), who had taken both poles in the class, and Eric Debard by claiming a double victory.

The Porsche Carrera Cup France will travel to Spa-Francorchamps at the end of June (20-22) for the third round of the year.

PCCF | Oeverhaus and Martinet by Alméras kick off their 2025 season in style

Since 2023, the Barcelona-Catalunya circuit has become the preferred venue for the Porsche Carrera Cup France in April. For the third year in a row, a new season of competition began in Catalonia. The opening round provided the first takeaways. First and foremost, Martinet by Alméras will be a team to watch. This weekend, car No. 16 was driven by the 2025 Porsche Motorsport Junior, Théo Oeverhaus. The German was standing in for Mathys Jaubert, who was busy with his European Le Mans Series program. Right from qualifying, the newcomer to the French Cup made a strong impression by confidently claiming both pole positions. Despite constant pressure from Marvin Klein (ABM), he went on to win the first race. The two-time series champion had to settle for second place. ABM had reason to be satisfied with the team’s overall result, with Paul Cauhaupé also stepping onto the podium. South African Keagan Masters (TFT Racing) finished fourth, ahead of Chester Kieffer (CLRT Schumacher). The Luxembourger claimed his first rookie win, finishing ahead of Enzo Joulié (Martinet by Alméras) and Mathys Cappuccio (ABM).

Race 2 quickly swung in Théo Oeverhaus’s favor. With a strong start, the Martinet by Alméras driver took advantage of the battles behind him to break away at the front. Marvin Klein, Paul Cauhaupé, Keagan Masters, and Louis Perrot (Schumacher CLRT) engaged in a thrilling fight for the remaining podium places. The 2024 PCCF Junior, Paul Cauhaupé, emerged victorious from the pack to claim second place. Last year’s Rookie Vice-Champion, now racing for ABM, showed impressive speed early in the season—a promising sign for his second year in the championship. With complete control, Théo Oeverhaus secured a second victory ahead of the two ABM drivers, Paul Cauhaupé and Marvin Klein. Louis Perrot narrowly missed the podium, finishing ahead of Benjamin Paque (TFT Racing), who climbed from tenth to fifth.

Second in qualifying, Marcus Amand had hopes of strong results. Unfortunately, a technical non-compliance discovered after qualifying led to his disqualification from the session. Starting last in both races, the Finn managed to fight his way up to sixth and seventh place finishes. Chester Kieffer confirmed his strong rookie form by beating the same rivals as the day before. Fifth in the rookie category, 2025 PCCF Junior Karen Gaillard (Schumacher CLRT) had a challenging weekend but continues to gain valuable experience.

The Porsche Carrera Cup France will return to the track from May 9–11 for the second round of the season at the Dijon-Prenois circuit.