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MARTA GARCÍA Returns To Spa For Ligier European Series Prototypes Debut

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August 19, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • MARTA GARCÍA makes prototypes debut with Petrogold at Spa, piloting the #33 Ligier JS P4 after Iron Dames programme collapse left her sidelined through 2026 with only a Toyota GR Cup Spain guest drive.
  • Spanish driver returns to the Belgian circuit where she dominated on GT debut in 2024, taking victory in Race 2 with Iron Dames before securing another win at Portimão—two victories from two weekends.
  • GARCÍA’s 2025 Michelin Le Mans Cup campaign with Iron Dames showed front-running pace despite setbacks including major accident, earning race victory alongside VANINA ICKX before programme folded ahead of 2026 season.
  • Former F1 Academy champion faces competitive 16-car JS P4 field in championship battle intensifying with six races remaining, sharing driving duties with Scott Marsh in crucial return to competitive machinery.

UPCOMING:

  • Ligier European Series Spa-Francorchamps – Practice: Friday, August 21; Qualifying: Saturday morning; Race 1: Saturday 2:10 PM; Race 2: Sunday 9:07 AM

LINKS TO RACER'S PROFILE PAGES:

MARTA GARCÍA VANINA ICKX

circuit de spa-francorchamps, js p4, ligier european series

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