Team Virage is happy to announce its entry for the 2021 Michelin Le Mans Cup in LMP3, alongside its full program in European Le Mans Series.
Founded in 2018 by Philippe Gautheron and Julien Gerbi, Team Virage has established itself as one of the reference team in LMP3 with the Ligier JSP320, winning the Ultimate Cup Series championship in 2020.
Rob Hodes is the first Bronze driver of the line-up and started his LMP3 career in 2017 after having competed in Ferrari and Lamborghini series, winning a round of the Ferrari Challenge North America.
Garett Grist, the youngest driver of the line-up and Silver ranked, has shown solid pace in LMP3 and LMP2 with several podiums under his belt, including an Asian Le Mans Series vice-champion title in 2019 and a 3rd place in the 2018 ELMS championship, scoring his maiden win at Silverstone.
Philippe Gautheron, Team Virage founder: “I am very proud to announce our line-up for 2021. Despite the current situation, 2020 has been a turning point for Team Virage and we aim to keep growing within the LMP3 ladder. With such an experienced line-up, I am convinced that we are able to be regular front-runners in the category with our Ligier JS P320.”
Rob Hodes :“What an adventure for 2021! It’s very exciting being part of a new team entering the series. I’m looking forward to the upcoming season with Virage. Philippe and Julien could not be more committed and supportive. Their vast experience and success in Motorsport is impressive. I’m sure I will learn much from them as we pursue this path with a focus toward victory!”
Garett Grist :“I’m happy to be joining Virage for 2021. Their pace was impressive at the select races they did last year. We got a chance to test with them after the season and really enjoyed it. Philippe and Julien have a lot of experience and work well together. I look forward to having the car up front for them.”
