SAMANTHA TAN Scores P4 In Stunning Road To Le Mans Debut For BMW Team WRT

June 17, 2025

by RACERS // from www.racers-behindthehelmet.com

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SAMANTHA TAN made her long-awaited debut at La Sarthe with BMW Team WRT, turning years of grinding through GT racing into reality with P6 and P4 finishes that showed she absolutely belongs on motorsport’s biggest stage. The 27-year-old Canadian had been crystal clear about her goal since 2021: “The dream is to race at the 24 hours of Le Mans.” This weekend proved she’s not just dreaming anymore – she’s delivering when it counts.
Partnering with Gustav Bergstrom in the #38 BMW M4 GT3, TAN showcased exactly why BMW made her an ambassador and why Team WRT took notice. Her learning curve was steep but impressive – going from 4:04.9 in practice to a blistering 4:02.622 personal best in Race 1, actually faster than her more experienced teammate. When the lights went out, she proved she could race wheel-to-wheel with higher-rated drivers and come out ahead.
Race 2 was where TAN really flexed, starting the race and immediately threading through first-corner chaos to gain positions before handing over a P4 car to Bergstrom. Her stint included overtaking a Kessel Ferrari and pressuring experienced competitors while running consistently quick laps. The team’s reverse strategy paid off perfectly, with TAN’s opening performance setting up their best result of the weekend.
The weekend highlighted everything we love about TAN’s approach – she came to Le Mans prepared, executed under pressure, and immediately started planning her return. “With more laps, more confidence — every time I was getting better and better,” she said, already fielding hints about coming back for the full 24. Next up? The 24 Hours of Nürburgring in a Mini JCW, because apparently this woman doesn’t believe in rest days.