SAMANTHA TAN Shows GT3 Speed at Hockenheim Despite Technical Troubles

September 16, 2026

• SAMANTHA TAN rocketed from 10th to challenge for the overall lead in Race 1, charging to fifth by Turn 1 and methodically working through the field with sub-1:44 laps before handing over within a second of first.
• Despite missing Friday practice due to rotor failure at her first Hockenheim visit, TAN qualified ninth and secured fourth overall on Saturday with Koopman Motorsport’s BMW M4 GT3 after a flawless opening stint.
• Race 2 showcased TAN’s wet-weather prowess as she gained four positions on the damp circuit and dropped lap times from 1:53 to 1:44 while battling the leading BMW M6 GT3s before mechanical gremlins ended her run.
• The Canadian brought extensive credentials including GT World Challenge victories, 24H Series titles, and her 2025 IMSA VP Racing SportsCar Challenge Bronze championship with ST Racing’s BMW M4 GT3 to this weekend’s outing.

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