CÉLIA MARTIN & JAMIE CHADWICK Shine in ELMS Barcelona Season Opener Drama

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April 7, 2025

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • CÉLIA MARTIN delivered a breakthrough performance for Iron Dames, qualifying the #85 Porsche on the front row then immediately seizing the lead from pole position at the start. Her consistent pace and error-free driving laid the foundation for what became a dominant run, suddenly positioning her as the Bronze driver to beat in GT class competition.
  • JAMIE CHADWICK played a crucial role in IDEC Sport’s LMP2 Pro victory alongside teammates Mathys Jaubert and Daniel Juncadella. As part of Genesis Magma Racing’s ‘Trajectory Programme,’ she helped secure a statement win that exceeded expectations for what was supposed to be a learning year, proving both driver and manufacturer are serious contenders in 2025.
  • The Barcelona opener showcased exactly why ELMS remains the proving ground for Europe’s best emerging talent. Both women capitalized on prime opportunities – Martin’s front-row qualifying translating to immediate race leadership, while Chadwick’s team executed a perfect strategy to claim overall victory in their class despite intense late-race pressure from experienced competitors.

UPCOMING:

  • Paul Ricard 4 Hours – Célia Martin’s home race
  • ELMS Round 2 TBD

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GRRL! summary based upon reporting by Stephen Kilbey originally appearing on www.dailysportscar.com