Round 6: Italy
Gatsby Cup – Round 6: Monza Recap
Fast, flowing, and unforgiving—Monza’s 4-minute sprint was a flat-out fight that shuffled both class battles once again. Slipstream duels and razor-thin margins defined the Temple of Speed, as every lap felt like a knockout punch in the championship race. Close matches, but Gatsby pulled off a fantastic 1-2
GTD PRO
#18 Gatsby Automotive MK1 WS.3, Result: 1st in GTD PRO
A commanding rebound after Spa. Gatsby #18 dominated the PRO field with a blistering 6.060 best lap and 30 tours of Monza—comfortably the most in class. The win restores them as a front-runner, vaulting to 316 points and retaking the GTD PRO lead.
#78 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT3, Result: 2nd in GTD PRO
Sharp and composed. Mercedes #78 delivered 29 laps with a strong 6.547 lap time, proving they’re still a constant threat. The silver car takes 37 points and remains only four behind Gatsby #18 in the standings, keeping the fight tighter than ever.
#38 Aston Martin Vantage GT3, Result: 3rd in GTD PRO
A steady outing after the highs of Spa. Aston #38 managed 28 laps, quick enough for a 6.555 best lap, and bagged 34 points. They now sit just 12 points off the class lead—firmly in striking distance as the title fight condenses.
#68 Ford Mustang GT3 Mod, Result: 4th in GTD PRO
A mixed session for Ford. Quick enough to show promise (6.910) but lacking the consistency to hang with the front three, Mustang #68 could only complete 26 laps. A fourth place and 30 points keep them mid-pack with little room for error going forward.
#98 Porsche 911 GT3 R, Result: 5th in GTD PRO
Their streak of quiet podiums ended in Italy. Porsche #98 struggled with speed (7.051) and, despite 26 laps, fell to the back of PRO with just 28 points. Now at 285 overall, they remain close, but momentum is slipping in a field this tight.
GTM AM
#14 Gatsby Automotive MK1 WS.3, Result: 1st in GTM AM
A bounce-back drive of real grit. Gatsby #14 hit a strong 6.694 best lap, completed 29 laps, and seized the maximum 39 points. It’s the result they needed to rejoin the Am title hunt after Spa heartbreak.
#74 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT3, Result: 2nd in GTM AM
Mercedes #74 again proved their consistency. 27 laps and an efficient 7.217 time earned them 35 points, keeping their Am championship momentum steady. They’ve been the reliable foil to Gatsby and Aston all year.
#34 Aston Martin Vantage GT3, Result: 3rd in GTM AM
Not their cleanest drive, but Aston #34 did enough to stay in the fight. With 26 laps and a 6.654 best, they took 32 points. Still the class benchmark, though their once-comfortable lead has thinned to a handful of points.
#94 Porsche 911 GT3 R, Result: 4th in GTM AM
Flashes of speed (6.742) weren’t enough. With only 21 laps logged, Porsche #94 could salvage 25 points—falling behind the other Am title contenders. They remain in the conversation, but the deficit is widening.
#64 Ford Mustang GT3 R, Result: 5th in GTM AM
Struggles continued in Italy. Ford #64 fought hard but with only 19 laps and a 7.875 best time, their 21-point haul leaves them at the back of Am. At this stage, they’ve shifted to damage limitation rather than title contention.
🏁 Championship Notes After Round 6:
GTD PRO Leader: Gatsby #18 (316 pts)
GTM AM Leader: Aston Martin #34 (305 pts)
Constructors Leader: Aston Martin (609 pts)
Next up: Singapore. A street-circuit sprint with zero margin for error. With both championships hanging in the balance, Monza’s momentum swings set up the sharpest showdown yet—where every wall, every corner, and every point could decide the season.