JESSICA HAWKINS Secures GT4 Second Place in British GT Season Opener

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April 28, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • JESSICA HAWKINS claimed second in GT4 and GT4 Silver at Silverstone in her first-ever GT4 race, partnering Will Orton for MKH Racing in a three-hour endurance opener.
  • The duo qualified third overall in GT4 after strong sessions, with HAWKINS topping sector times in Q1 before Orton secured front-row starting position in Silver class.
  • Orton jumped to class lead on chaotic opening lap, overtaking the pole-sitting Ginetta before settling into consistent low-2:11s pace throughout his double-stint strategy.
  • HAWKINS navigated heavy GT3 traffic and multiple safety car periods with mature, mistake-free driving, holding off charging McLaren in closing laps to secure podium.
  • Result establishes MKH Racing as early championship contenders after team’s return to full-season British GT competition with experienced Aston Martin package.

UPCOMING:

  • British GT Championship at Oulton Park Circuit, May 23-25, 2026

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GRRL! summary based upon reporting by RACERS originally appearing on www.racers-behindthehelmet.com