Yannick Mettler Joins Theeba Motorsport for 2023 GT World Challenge Europe
The 2023 GT World Challenge Europe is heating up as Theeba Motorsport welcomes Yannick Mettler to their team for the fourth round of the competition at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps. Mettler, a Swiss driver with over a decade of experience in GT racing, will join Reema Juffali, Ralf Aron, and Alain Valente for the third round of the season.
Mettler’s Career in GT Racing
Mettler has an impressive career in GT racing, having previously competed in the German Formula Three Cup, Michelin Le Mans Cup, and International GT Open. He is well-versed in GT racing and has previous experience driving in a 24-hour race, having competed in the Nurburgring 24 Hours and taking a hattrick of class wins from 2017-2019.
Currently competing in another Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evo in the Pro-Am Class in the 2023 International GT Open, Mettler also competed in the 2021 GT World Challenge Europe Endurance Cup.
Excitement for the 24H of Spa
Mettler expressed his excitement to join Theeba Motorsport for the 24H of Spa later this month. He praised the team as young and motivated, and from his previous experience with them, he knows them as tough competitors on track and great personalities in the paddock.
Mettler also shared that he already got to work with the team at the official test days a few weeks ago, where they experienced two productive days and had the chance to familiarize themselves with everything. He added that they are now looking forward to building on that momentum as they head into the race in a few weeks’ time.
The Importance of Teamwork in GT Racing
GT racing is a team sport, and success is dependent on the entire team’s performance. Theeba Motorsport recognizes this and is excited to welcome Mettler to their team for the upcoming race.
The team’s drivers, Juffali, Aron, and Valente, have already shown their skills in the previous rounds of the competition. Juffali, the first Saudi Arabian woman to compete in international motorsport, has been making waves in the racing world with her impressive performances.
Aron, a young Estonian driver, has also been showing his potential in GT racing. He previously competed in Formula 3 and has been making a name for himself in GT racing.
Valente, a French driver, has been competing in GT racing since 2015 and has previous experience in the Blancpain GT Series and the European Le Mans Series.
With Mettler’s addition to the team, Theeba Motorsport is looking to continue their success in the competition and achieve a strong result at the 24H of Spa.
The Importance of Experience in GT Racing
GT racing is a challenging sport that requires skill, experience, and teamwork. Mettler’s decade-long career in GT racing makes him a valuable addition to Theeba Motorsport’s team.
His previous experience in 24-hour races and GT racing competitions gives him an edge in the upcoming race at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps. Mettler’s knowledge of the track and his experience driving in similar conditions will be crucial to the team’s success.
In addition to his experience on the track, Mettler’s professionalism and dedication to the sport make him an asset to any team. His willingness to work with his teammates and contribute to a strong result demonstrates his commitment to GT racing and his passion for the sport.
Conclusion
The addition of Yannick Mettler to Theeba Motorsport’s team for the 2023 GT World Challenge Europe is an exciting development for the team and the competition. Mettler’s decade-long career in GT racing and previous experience in 24-hour races make him a valuable addition to the team.
Theeba Motorsport recognizes the importance of teamwork and is excited to welcome Mettler to their team for the upcoming race. With Juffali, Aron, Valente, and Mettler’s skills and experience, the team is looking to continue their success in the competition and achieve a strong result at the 24H of Spa.