Harmony Racing to compete in the IGTC Suzuka 1000km Endurance Race

From September 12th to 14th, the Intercontinental GT Challenge (IGTC) will return to Japan after a five-year hiatus, staging a 1,000km endurance race at the Suzuka Circuit. This race is not only a key Asian leg of the IGTC this season, but also carries the unique significance of being an "Asian Endurance Classic."

For this race, Harmony Racing will feature American gentleman driver Dustin Blattner, Italian silver-rated driver Lorenzo Patrese, and German professional driver Dennis Marschall will compete in the Bronze Cup class in the distinctive "Ramen Rocket" Ferrari 296 GT3!

All three drivers have impressive track records in international endurance racing. Dustin Blattner has been active in European GT endurance racing for many years, achieving podium finishes in the Asian Le Mans and Creventic 24 Hour Series. Known for his consistent pace and outstanding performance, he will provide a solid foundation for the team.

Lorenzo Patrese competed in the GT World Challenge Asia Cup at the start of the season for Harmony Racing. This young Italian star, inheriting the speed gene from a racing family, has rapidly grown in European GT racing, possessing exceptional impact and adaptability, making him a powerful weapon in pursuit.

Dennis Marschall is undoubtedly the team's speed champion. A former Audi factory driver, he competed in top European series, frequently finishing at the top of the field in the GTWC Europe Cup. He even won the overall victory in last year's 24-hour race at the "Green Hell" of the Nürburgring! It's worth noting that Marschall and Dustin Blattner have competed side-by-side for several seasons, reaching the top step of the podium, a feat that undoubtedly strengthens the team's chemistry and confidence.

The Intercontinental GT Challenge is the world's premier GT3 endurance series, founded by the SRO Motorsport Group. With races across Australia, Europe, Asia, and the Americas, it aims to bring together GT3 manufacturers and top drivers from around the world. Each race is not only a test of speed and skill, but also the ultimate test of endurance and teamwork.

<img src="https://img2.51gt3.com/wx/202508/b2d8265a-b4f0-4563-b478-098a68beae3f.jpg" alt="" The Suzuka 1000km Endurance Race is one of Asia's oldest and most prestigious endurance races, first held in 1966. It is renowned for its unique track characteristics and intense, long-distance race. As a landmark event in Japanese motorsport culture, it has attracted countless world-class teams and drivers. It is also renowned for its daytime and nighttime running, creating a captivating atmosphere both for competition and for spectators. This season, the Suzuka 1000km Endurance Race serves as the fourth and only Asian stop in the 2025 Intercontinental GT Challenge. Top teams and drivers from around the world will gather in Mie Prefecture to compete for the highest honors on this legendary circuit, a perfect blend of technology and speed.

For Harmony Racing, the Suzuka 1000km Endurance Race is not only a crucial opportunity to compete for a Bronze Cup podium, but also a crucial test of the team's competitiveness within the international endurance racing system. From the fierce daytime races under roaring engines and sweltering heat to the challenging, nighttime endurance races under the blazing lights, Harmony Racing will give its all, writing a new chapter in this 1000km extreme challenge!