JASMINE SHAW Eyes GT Glory After Strong Caterham 270R Season Start

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July 18, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • JASMINE SHAW, 20, qualified career-best fourth at Spa from 50+ entries in her second Caterham 270R season, showcasing maturity and raw pace at the legendary Belgian circuit despite never visiting the venue previously.
  • Started competitive racing at 15—significantly later than peers—after discovering professional karting at local track. Bypassed traditional junior formula route to pursue GT ambitions through cost-effective one-make series ladder.
  • Secured first podium in BRSCC Fiesta Junior finale at Brands Hatch driving Mk7-spec car, climbing from 16th to 9th in debut race against future British F4 champion Deagen Fairclough.
  • Consistently battles at front in treacherous conditions, matching season-best sixth at both Croft and Donington Park. Aims to challenge for podiums and wins against 20+ car grids at DPR Motorsport.

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