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GTC US TOUR – Race Weekend 1/6

Riverside, USA – In a stunning display of grit and strategic mastery, Nat Stevenson clinched an exhilarating victory at the challenging Riverside Long Circuit. Behind the wheel of his Shelby Cobra 289, Stevenson snatched the win in dramatic fashion during the closing stages, finishing the intense 32-lap battle in just over an hour.

Late Drama: Stevenson Seals the Victory

The battle for first was fiercely contested, with meisterJaeger initially dominating, leading 20 laps and clocking the race's fastest lap (1:53.433). However, Stevenson, demonstrating impeccable consistency (99.50%), capitalized on a late-race mistake by meisterJaeger to seize the lead, maintaining his position for 12 of the final 13 laps. Stevenson crossed the finish line just 0.592 seconds ahead, delivering a gripping finale.

Podium Thrills: Sirén Holds Off Pursuers

Kasperi Sirén put on an impressive performance with his Bizzarrini 5300, fighting fiercely to hold onto third place, finishing only 4.945 seconds behind Stevenson. Right on his heels was FMG, showcasing the Ferrari 250 GTO's potential, finishing a mere 8.070 seconds off the lead. Valentin Knechtel, driving the Ferrari 250 GTO Series 2, rounded out the top five, 11.836 seconds behind.

Climbers and Tumblers: Battles Throughout the Field

The race was filled with standout performances. Hayley Smith showed aggressive style, gaining lot of positions after an early crash. HappyKojot also showcased resilience, powering from a lowly 23rd on the grid to 8th at the finish line.

However, not all racers found fortune on their side. Adam Celarek, driving his Ferrari 275 GTB Competizione, faced considerable difficulties throughout the race, slipping from a promising 9th place on the grid to eventually finish in 14th position.

Incidents and Close Calls

The intense competition led to a significant number of incidents, with contacts throughout the race. Riverside proved unforgiving, testing drivers’ skill, composure, and machinery endurance.

Race Statistics and Highlights

• Laps Led: meisterJaeger (20 laps), Stevenson (12 laps)
• Fastest Lap: meisterJaeger (1:53.433)
• Highest Consistency: Nat Stevenson (99.50%) – showcasing ultimate control.
• Close Finish: Top two drivers separated by just 0.592 seconds.
• Notable Climbs: Emil Magnusson (P21 to P13), Hayley Smith (up 4 positions at start)

Championship Battle Intensifies

With Stevenson’s victory shaking up the standings, anticipation is surging for the next thrilling round. As the championship moves forward, one question dominates: will Stevenson maintain his newfound momentum, or will his rivals return stronger than ever? The stage is set for more classic racing excitement in the ongoing GTC US TOUR!

F1 1975 Championship - Race Weekend 2/6

Kyalami, South Africa – In an electrifying showdown at the historic Kyalami Circuit, Simone Porcu showcased a masterclass performance to win the second round of the thrilling F1 1975 championship. Piloting his Williams to near perfection, Porcu managed to control the race's rhythm, overcoming intense pressure and regaining his lead after a dramatic mid-race challenge.

Porcu Fights Back: A Champion's Recovery

Starting strongly and swiftly establishing dominance, Porcu led 46 of the race's 50 laps, clocking a best lap of 1:12.393. Yet victory wasn't without drama; briefly surrendering the lead due to a minor error, Porcu executed a spectacular recovery, swiftly retaking the front position and demonstrating outstanding resilience. With a consistency rating of 98.96%, he showed championship-caliber composure.

Williams and McLaren Battle Intensifies

Florian Masse delivered another impressive drive for McLaren, relentlessly challenging Porcu and finishing just 1.824 seconds behind. Masse's performance was marked by remarkable consistency (99.42%), indicating his persistent threat for the championship title.

Completing the podium was Elia Porcu, adding further glory for Williams. Elia’s strong pace and high consistency rating (99.07%) kept the race intriguing to the very end, finishing only 2.869 seconds behind his winning teammate.

Top Five Action: Pitman and Sirén Impress

Pitman claimed fourth place, providing McLaren valuable points, crossing the finish line 26.760 seconds behind Porcu. Kasperi Sirén, representing Surtees, showcased commendable endurance and secured a respectable fifth place, trailing by 34.516 seconds.

Climbers and Incidents

Max Solmyr was notable for advancing seven positions from his 17th place start, proving determination and grit. Meanwhile, the race was punctuated by numerous incidents requiring detailed review, notably involving Salvador Jurado and Davide Saìu. Their collisions significantly impacted race dynamics and standings.

Race Statistics and Highlights

• Laps Led: Simone Porcu (46 laps)
• Fastest Lap: Simone Porcu (1:12.393)
• Highest Consistency: Florian Masse (99.42%) – a testament to skillful driving.
• Drivers on Lead Lap: 9
• Notable DNFs: Nat Stevenson, D Weller – highlighting the demanding nature of 1970s Formula 1 racing.

Championship Excitement Grows

As the dust settles from a breathtaking weekend at Kyalami, anticipation is building rapidly. Can Porcu maintain his momentum, or will the likes of Masse strike back in the next round at Kyalami? Fans around the globe eagerly await the continued revival of the spectacular F1 1975 Championship action!

Unleash the Legends: Announcing The THR GTC US TOUR!

Following the thrill of classic motorsport, we're delighted to present a new challenge: The GTC US TOUR, a tribute to the golden age of American GT racing! Prepare for a season of thunderous V8s, elegant Italian thoroughbreds, and the pure, unadulterated joy of driving some of the most iconic sports cars ever created.

This is more than just a race series; it's a celebration of an era when racing cars were as beautiful as they were fast. Get ready to experience the unique character of legendary GT machines on a tour of iconic American circuits, each steeped in racing history.

A Bygone Era of Speed and Style:

The GTC US TOUR harkens back to a time when GT racing captured the hearts of enthusiasts worldwide. It was an era of innovation, fierce competition, and stunning machines that pushed the boundaries of automotive design and engineering. Imagine yourself behind the wheel of a snarling Shelby, battling for position against a sleek Ferrari, or wrestling a powerful Corvette through a challenging corner. These were cars that demanded respect, and rewarded skill with unparalleled driving experiences.

Iconic Tracks, Unforgettable Battles:

Our championship takes us to some of the most revered and challenging circuits in American racing history. These tracks, each with its own unique character and storied past, will test your abilities to the limit. From the sun-baked curves of Riverside to the technical challenges of Watkins Glen, you'll face a diverse array of challenges that demand adaptability and precision.

The Challenge Awaits:

The GTC US TOUR Championship is about more than just winning races; it's about embracing the spirit of a bygone era. It's about mastering the art of car control, fine-tuning your setups to perfection, and forging unforgettable memories with a community of like-minded enthusiasts. Prepare for intense battles, breathtaking moments, and the satisfaction of conquering these legendary tracks in equally legendary cars. Join us as we relive the glory days of GT racing in the GTC US TOUR!

Event Website

THE THR GTC US TOUR

Get Ready to Rumble: Announcing the THR F1 1975 Championship!

Following the exhilarating THR Lotus 25 Cup, we're thrilled to transport our community back to another iconic era of motorsport: the wild and captivating world of 1975 Formula One!
Buckle up for a season of raw power, daring overtakes, and the unmistakable roar of classic F1 engines.

This is racing at its purest, where driver skill and car setup are paramount. Prepare to master the legendary machines of 1975 in a series of six race weekends that will test your abilities on a selection of classic tracks.

Step Back in Time: The F1 1975 Season

The 1975 Formula One season was a year of captivating storylines and memorable moments. Niki Lauda, driving for Ferrari, ultimately clinched the World Championship, showcasing his incredible talent and steely determination. The season was marked by both triumph and tragedy, with the Spanish Grand Prix at Montjuïc Park overshadowed by a devastating accident. Ferrari's dominance with the 312T was a defining feature, but strong challenges came from McLaren's Emerson Fittipaldi and Brabham's Carlos Reutemann, making for intense battles throughout the year. Experience the thrill of racing these iconic cars as you try to emulate Lauda's success, or perhaps rewrite history!

The Challenge Ahead

The THR F1 1975 Championship promises to be a true test of skill and car control. With a diverse selection of tracks, you'll need to master everything from high-speed sweeps to tight, technical corners. Get ready to experience the unique characteristics of each car and fine-tune your setups to extract every last ounce of performance. Hone your skills, perfect your setups, and prepare to compete in what will be an unforgettable season of classic Formula One racing. Join us as we relive the glory days of 1975!

Event Website

https://thracing.de/f1-1975-championship-2/

As you all know, we hosted our thrilling 6-hour endurance race at the legendary Circuit de la Sarthe in Le Mans on 26 January.
This event was not only a test of skill, strategy, and endurance but also a fantastic experience for all participants. From start to finish, the race provided an electrifying atmosphere, filled with intense battles, strategic pit stops, and moments of sheer brilliance on the virtual track.

A Smooth and Exciting Race

We are delighted with how smoothly the event unfolded. The extensive preparation and dedication truly paid off. Organizing such a long and demanding race presents many challenges, but we are glad that thanks to our dedicated team we were able to offer all drivers and teams a well-structured and exciting experience.
The competition was intense, with remarkable performances that kept both spectators and participants engaged throughout the entire six-hour event, highlighting the dedication and thorough preparation of the drivers and teams.

The 6 hours went by like nothing and we found winners and podium sitters in all classes.
Congratulations to the winners, podium sitters and to every driver and team who finished the race!

The complete results, stats and many more informations around the race can be found in our
Endurance Info Board.

Impressive Numbers and Achievements

The enthusiasm for this event was evident in the incredible participation and engagement:

• All 52 slots were booked within just 3 hours and 40 minutes.
• A total of 135 drivers took to the track, showcasing their skills and determination.
• In preparation for the race, participants completed 13,415 laps, covering an astounding 174,395 km.
• During the race itself, 4,588 laps were completed, amounting to 59,644 km of competitive racing.

A Big Thank You to Everyone Involved

None of this would have been possible without the dedication and enthusiasm of our drivers, teams, and supporters. We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who took part in this event. Whether you were behind the wheel, supporting a team, or simply watching and cheering from the sidelines, you played a vital role in making this event a success.

A special thank you goes out to our incredible commentators (PirateLaserBeam, Akashic, Guido, Sebastian, Thomas und Jascha), who brought the race to life with their expert analysis and engaging coverage. Their efforts made both the English and German streams highly enjoyable for our audience. Additionally, we are especially grateful to GPLaps, who not only participated in the race but also streamed the event, bringing the excitement of vintage endurance simracing to an even wider audience.

All three streams combined has already amassed an incredible 26,000 views, demonstrating the strong appeal of vintage sim racing and the growing interest in this genre.

Seeing such enthusiasm and engagement is truly fantastic!

Winner Stage and Prize Raffle

Following the race, we hosted a Winner Stage where the podium drivers from all three classes were interviewed, allowing them to share their experiences and insights. This was followed by an exciting Prize Raffle, featuring amazing prizes from our generous sponsors:

• 3DRAP: Three €50 vouchers and a vintage racing rim (McLaren MP4-4)
• PIMAX: Ten $80 vouchers
• Sergio Loro: Five $10 vouchers

The response from the winners was overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing their appreciation for the event and the prizes.

Looking Forward to More Thrilling Events

With such a successful endurance race behind us, we are already looking ahead to the future. THR remains committed to delivering top-tier vintage sim racing experiences, and we can't wait to host more incredible events in the coming months. Stay tuned for more thrilling races, exciting competitions, and opportunities to test your skills against some of the best vintage sim racers.

Once again, a huge thank you to everyone who contributed to making the 5th THR Endurance Race at Le Mans an unforgettable experience.

See you on the track!
Your THR Orga

Hey THR,

our 5th Endurance Race is getting a lot of attention!

The THR Orga Team is thrilled and pleasantly surprised that all 50 starting spots were fully booked in just 3 hours and 40 minutes—a record-breaking speed for registration!

After reviewing lap times over the past few days, we unfortunately had to revoke starting authorization for two teams. But with 15 teams on the waiting list, we quickly filled those spots. In addition, we’ve decided to expand the grid, meaning that 52 teams and 135 drivers will now compete on Sunday, battling for victory across three classes: P7.000, P2.000, and GT.

Qualifying is currently underway, with drivers pushing hard to secure the best possible grid positions.
If you're interested, take a look at the astonishing lap times the drivers are setting on the track!
http://5.75.183.156:8772/live-timing?server=4

For those with some spare time, the updated THR 5th Endurance Info Board and the now included Spotter Guide offers fascinating insights into the drivers and teams. It’s an impressive mix: renowned YouTubers alongside professional sim racers, community admins racing alongside seasoned veterans, and more.

We’re eagerly looking forward to the race and the incredible atmosphere it will bring. Despite the challenges and pressure, the excitement makes it all worthwhile. Of course, we’re also thrilled about the German and English broadcasts, which will elevate the event to an unforgettable experience.

As a fantastic bonus, our sponsors have stepped in to provide prizes for a post-race raffle - an extra treat for everyone involved!

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https://f3classictracks.sellfy.store/

Sergio Loro, a longe time THR buddy and masterful track creator with a passion for vintage content, approached us with an incredible gesture - offering to provide prizes for the event.:

• 5 x 10 USD coupons for content in his Classic Store
  > will be raffled off shortly after the 5th Endurance Race among all drivers who finished the race
  
• 30% Discount (active from next Friday 2025_01_24 until Monday 2025_01_27)
  > the Coupon Code will be posted in THR Discord on Friday

Sergio sends his best wishes to all of you for a phenomenal race and an unforgettable journey back to the glorious past of Le Mans.

https://pimax.com/products/pimax-crystal-light/?ref=THRacing

More and more sim racers are discovering that participating in virtual racing with VR not only enhances the immersive experience but also provides improved spatial awareness and speed perception. The Pimax Crystal Light, with its native 4K clarity and wide field of view, has become the ultimate VR headset for sim racing. Learn more about Pimax Crystal Light

• 10 x 80 USD vouchers to discount the purchase of the Chrystal Light (Discounts are non-stackable)
  > will be raffled off shortly after the 5th Endurance Race among all drivers who finished the race

How it works:

1. The winners will need to provide their personal email address (via a private Discord message) to THR pitman by January 31st.
2. If any of the winners make a Pimax Crystal Light purchase between now and February 28th, they will receive the $80 USD discount as a refund directly to their account.

Pimax is excited to offer this opportunity and wish all drivers a wonderful experience at the 5th THR Endurance Race!

https://www.3drap.it/

Our long-time friends from Italy have been supporting us for years, producing an array of fascinating products centered around our favorite hobby. They consistently contribute amazing prizes to our THR community. From vintage steering wheels and pedals to the innovative Feeling Pro, the winners of the raffle can look forward to these fantastic rewards:

• 1x Mod. MP4-4 Vintage Formula Rim
  > will be raffled off shortly after the 5th Endurance Race among all drivers who finished the race

• 1x €50 coupon for every driver of a raffled team (not cumulative, valid for the entire catalog)
  > will be raffled off shortly after the 5th Endurance Race among all teams who finished the race
  
• 15% off coupons for all drivers who finish the race, valid for the Vintage Collection Steering Wheels (link) and the new Feeling PRO (link)
  > will be sent to the e-mail addresses (provided during registration) of the teams that have finished the race (we ask you to share the codes with your team members)

3DRAP is thrilled about the event and will be tuning in to watch the broadcast. They send their best wishes to all the competing drivers!

Bazza and his team have hardly slept in the last few weeks to release a huge hotfix (v1.2.1) for the two mods.

The Hotfix contains:

• 38 corrections or improvements for WSC60
• 24 corrections or improvements for GTC60

The complete Changelogs can be found on the Mods Websites and in the PDF-manuals.

https://thracing.de/wsc-legends-60s-pack/

https://thracing.de/ac-legends-gtc-60s-by-bazza/

Here we go.
The run on the 50 slots has begun.

We wish you good luck with your registration and will see you on the track afterwards.

We are really looking forward to the event and hope to offer you all a great experience!

THR 5th Endurance Race – 6 Heures Du Mans – Registration

Hey Endurance maniacs.
Nice to see that you are all thrilled 😉

As you have already noticed, we have been under a lot of stress in the background for some time now.

Let me give you a few insights:

We really wanted to wait for the release of the two mods (WSC60 and ACL GTC60)!

Big fantastic updates take time.
Changes to the cars then influenced the selection of cars we will have on the track in the 5th THR Endurance race.
(What's the point if we had a car in the selection that became too fast or too slow due to a last minute change.)
So we had to test and adjust to give you a great experience.

We also made a change to the track that has been on our minds for some time.
You can find more information on the detailed event website, which we are hereby releasing.

5th Endurance Race by THR

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
We take into account that the described delays affect the registration.
We want to give you time to study the classes, test the cars, decide and form your teams.

Therefore we will open the registration for the 5th THR Endurance race on Friday 2025-01-10.

This will also give you enough time to gather the necessary information.
We have 50 slots available and if you want to be prepared, you can check the list below to see what information you need to have ready when you register.

(The info we ask for, is interesting for the THR Info Board [have a look at 2024s edition > http://bit.ly/Infoboard_4th-THR-Endurance] and for the broadcasters.)

Registration info:

• your email address
• your community
• your car selection
• your car number
• your team name
• a skin folder name (either an existing one that comes with the cars, or a new one which can be painted after the registration)
• driver names of driver A, (B) and (C)
• discord names of driver A, (B) and (C)
• nationality of driver A, (B) and (C)
• GUID of driver A, (B) and (C)
• interesting information about the Team
• interesting information about driver A, (B) and (C)

We hope that you like, what we have set up for your!
Let´s have a great Experience until and on 2025-01-26!