LMS: the triumph of Aston Martin

Aston Martin, with three cars at each event of Le Mans Series, gave itself the best chance of winning the titles in the drivers, teams and manufacturers categories. After the Portimao race, where Jean-Christophe Boullion and Christophe Tinseau won, the Pescarolo crew was in the running to win this season. But, during the 1000 km of the Nürburgring, the French crew, supported by Emmanuel Collard, had to abandon, leaving the field open to Aston Marti, who achieved a remarkable hat-trick.

This weekend, at Silverstone, for the final round of the season, Aston Martin did not win, Oreca having dominated the debates. But the third place of Charouz, Enge and Mücke assured the title for the crew of Aston Martin n°007. Other awards, Aston Martin is titled in the Teams and Manufacturers categories. “ It's a perfect ending to an incredible season for Aston Martin », confirms Team Principal, George Howard-Chappell. “ My thanks go to the team and the drivers who worked tirelessly. Thanks to the dedication of the whole team because the cars have been reliable all year round »

For his part, Aston Martin co-owner David Richards is over the moon. “ It's fantastic, 50 years after Aston Martin?s victory in the World Sports Car Championship, that Aston Martin triumphs again, winning the Le Mans Series championship. It?s an impressive result and I?m proud of the whole team »

Stefan Mücke, one of the three drivers of crew no. 007, sums up well the shared joy of his partners. “ I am very happy, I think this is my biggest victory. It?s great for Aston Martin and for all three of us. We finished all the races on the podium, it?s an incredible performance. »