The 2025 Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS) kicked off in spectacular fashion at the legendary Nürburgring Nordschleife, marking the start of the 70th ADAC Westfalenfahrt. In a race that showcased precision driving and fierce competition, Falken Motorsports emerged victorious, securing a dominant one-two finish.
Falken Motorsports Seals Double Victory
Morris Schuring and Sven Müller piloted their Porsche 911 GT3 R to a well-earned victory, crossing the finish line just under three seconds ahead of their Falken Motorsports teammates, Nico Menzel and Dorian Boccolacci. Their performance not only demonstrated the team’s technical prowess but also reinforced their reputation as one of the strongest contenders in endurance racing.
Adding to the Porsche dominance, the ever-iconic Manthey Racing Porsche GT3 R, affectionately known as "Grello," claimed the final podium position. Driven by Thomas Preining and Ayhancan Güven, the team delivered a strong showing, keeping the leading Falken cars in their sights throughout the race. Meanwhile, Dinamic GT’s Porsche GT3 R, piloted by Matteo Cairoli and Bastian Buus, secured fourth place, ensuring an all-Porsche top four.
Stippler Stuns in Qualifying
The first major surprise of the event came in qualifying, where Frank Stippler delivered an outstanding lap in the JUTA RACING Audi R8 LMS. Clocking in at 7:51.530 minutes, he clinched pole position for the Lithuanian team, led by ambitious Am drivers "SELV" and Alexey Veremenko. This remarkable achievement put JUTA RACING in the spotlight, proving that underdog teams can challenge the established giants of the Nürburgring endurance series.
A Promising Season Ahead
With such an exhilarating start to the 2025 NLS season, anticipation is high for what lies ahead. Falken Motorsports has set the tone, but with teams like Manthey Racing, Dinamic GT, and JUTA RACING showing immense potential, the season promises thrilling battles on the demanding Nordschleife circuit.
The Nürburgring remains one of the most unforgiving racetracks in the world, and as the season unfolds, strategy, endurance, and sheer driving skill will determine who emerges victorious. If the opening round is anything to go by, motorsport fans are in for an unforgettable season.
