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The Audi R8 LMS Cup has entered a new era with the fifth season of
the first one-make series from the brand with Four Rings. Established
in 2012, the series has grown in both scope and stature across the
region, with the competition continuing to intensify year-on-year.
The Audi R8 LMS Cup offers a platform for motorsport enthusiasts
to compete in one of the most prestigious and competitive GT
championships in Asia, racing wheel-to-wheel with fellow privateers
as well as high-profile professional drivers. The 2016 season
features a wide range of established drivers racing alongside an
exciting mix of young, passionate new entrants, making it the
youngest, most competitive line-up of drivers in the series so far.
The new season will also mark the debut of the next generation
Audi R8 LMS race car – a vehicle designed and developed specifically
for motorsport, and one that shares more than half of its technical
base with the Audi R8 production car.
This season, we would also like to offer a warm welcome to the
Cup’s two new service teams, Phoenix Racing Asia and KCMG, and
a warm welcome back to long-time series service partner Absolute
Racing. The three service teams will add an intriguing dynamic to the
competition as the Audi R8 LMS Cup’s 2016 season unfolds.
Over the years, Audi Sport customer racing Asia has also increased its
reach, breaking down geographical barriers in motorsport across the
globe. This year, the all-Asian Audi entry of Shaun Thong, Marchy Lee,
Alex Yoong and Cheng Congfu return to the 24 Hours Nürburgring,
following their impressive 12th place finish from over 150 entries
in 2015. Last year, the first participant in the Audi Sport customer
racing Asia young driver development programme, Shaun Thong, was
also entered into the Audi Sport TT Cup for a full season.
Sporty, progressive and sophisticated – motorsport is in the Audi
DNA. In 2016, Audi Sport customer racing Asia will continue to
further develop motorsport in the region with action packed events
across the continent and the most attractive race packages for Asian
motorsport aficionados.
We wish all of our drivers and teams the very best of luck for the
2016 season and would like to thank our partners, fans and media
friends for their continued support.
Thank you and enjoy the season!
Bernd GoeresDirector of Audi Sport customer racing Asia
Martin KuehlHead of Corporate Communications, Audi China
Spokesman, Audi R8 LMS Cup
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Race calendar
2016 Calendar
Rounds
Official Test
1 & 2
3 & 4
5 & 6
7 & 8
9 & 10
11 & 12
Date
May 17-18
May 21-22
July 23-24
August 13-14
September 24-25
October 15-16
November 4-5
Circuit
Shanghai International Circuit, China
Shanghai International Circuit, China
Chang International Circuit, Thailand
Sepang International Circuit, Malaysia
Korea International Circuit, Korea
Penbay International Circuit, Chinese Taipei
Shanghai International Circuit, China
Audi R8 LMS Cup 2016 season
The 2016 season of the Audi R8 LMS Cup is set to be its most competitive yet. Highlights of the new season include the new Audi R8 LMS race car, the strongest ever international line-up in Cup history, a series debut for a challenging new track, and the addition of Phoenix Racing Asia and KCMG, who join Absolute Racing as new service teams from this season.
The 12-round championship will be held over six pan-Asian weekends, coming full circle to conclude back in Shanghai, where the sprint series will join the Audi Sport motorsport family for the penultimate round of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC).
The new season’s driver line-up of returning stars, new additions and competitive amateurs is one of the most impressive in Cup history. Malaysia’s Alex Yoong of Audi TEDA Racing Team returns in the hope of completing an unprecedented hat trick of Audi R8 LMS Cup titles. Returning to challenge him are 2015 runner-up, Chinese driver Cheng Congfu of FAW-VW Audi Racing Team, 2012 champion Marchy Lee of Audi Hong Kong Team, India’s Aditya Patel of the Audi R8 LMS Cup
Team and Audi Korea’s K.O. You. Swiss GT specialist Rahel Frey of Castrol Racing Team also returns to the Cup for a third full season, strengthening its international credentials. Joining the championship battle are new exciting, young drivers, including three champions from Europe: Martin Rump, winner of Formula Masters China Series’ 2015 season, Jan Kisiel, the 2015 Audi Sport TT Cup champion, and Alessio Picariello, the 2013 ADAC Formel Masters champion. Yuichi Nakayama from Japan is another new series addition, along with the youngest driver in Audi R8 LMS Cup history, Hong Kong’s Jasper Thong. Once again, the Cup provides a highly competitive platform for proven professionals, exciting new talents and ambitious privateers to race head-to-head.
The second-generation Audi R8 LMS race car makes its series debut at the 2016 season’s opening weekend at the Shanghai International Circuit. Up to 15 of the 18 entries in the Cup’s 2016 season opener will race the all-new Audi R8 LMS. A limited number of previous generation Cup cars will compete for the new Masters Cup title this season.
The Audi R8 LMS Cup, the first brand cup of AUDI AG, was founded in China in 2012 and plays a leading role in the development of motorsport in Asia. The sprint race championship has competed across the region’s premier circuits, making its debut in Malaysia, South Korea and at the Macau Grand Prix in 2013; Japan and Abu Dhabi in 2014; and Taiwan in 2015. 2016 will see the Cup conquer new challenges as it makes its first appearance in Thailand on the famed Chang International Circuit in Buriram.
The Audi R8 LMS Cup is the optimum showcase for Audi lightweight technology, the benefits of which are translated directly to the customer as improved efficiency. The series is part of the Audi Sport customer racing Asia programme and is organized by Audi China.
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The tracks
Chang International Circuit
Track length: 4.5 km No. of turns: 12
Direction: Clockwise
The Chang International Circuit was opened in 2014, and is the first FIA
Grade 1 and FIM Grade A circuit in Thailand. Designed by Hermann Tilke, the
entire track can be seen from the main 50,000-seat grandstand. Even more
impressive is the fact that the track has two of Tilke’s famed long straight
sections (one of which is 1km in length), as well as a more compact sections
in front of the grandstand. In 2016, the Audi R8 LMS Cup makes its debut
at the Chang International Circuit, racing in Thailand for the first time in the
series’ five-year history.
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Sepang International Circuit
Track length: 5.5 km No. of turns: 15
Direction: Clockwise
Home of the Formula 1 Malaysian Grand Prix, the Sepang International
Circuit features two long straights, which are joined by a hairpin that forms
the track’s final corner. Also designed by Hermann Tilke, the track combines
long straights and varied low, medium and high-speed turns. Coupled with
the searing heat and humidity, racing at Sepang always presents a unique
challenge.
2015 season race winners: Alex Yoong (Round 8) & Marchy Lee (Round 9).
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Korea International Circuit
Track length: 5.6 km No. of turns: 18
Direction: Counterclockwise
The venue of the Formula 1 Korean Grand Prix from 2010 to 2013, the Korea
International Circuit is located 400 km south of Seoul, near the port city
of Mokpo and is the country’s first international racing circuit. Designed by
Hermann Tilke, this counter-clockwise circuit features a 1.2 km straight. The
facility incorporates elements of Korean design, including the grandstand
which resembles the eaves of ‘hanoks’, the traditional Korean styled houses.
2015 season race winners: Jean-Karl Vernay (Round 3) & Rahel Frey (Round 4).
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Penbay International Circuit
Track length: 3.5 km No. of turns: 16
Direction: Clockwise
Opened in 2011, the Penbay International Circuit is the only international
circuit in Taiwan. Located on the southern part of the island, this multi-
purpose circuit features 16 turns. In 2016, the Audi R8 LMS Cup will return to
the Penbay International Circuit after a successful debut in the 2015 season.
2015 season race winners: Edoardo Mortara (Round 6) & Thomas Fjordbach
(Round 7).
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Shanghai International Circuit
Length: 5.5 km No. of turns: 16
Direction: Clockwise
Home to China’s Formula 1 Grand Prix, the Shanghai International Circuit was
opened in 2004. Designed by Hermann Tilke, the track layout was inspired
by the Chinese character “shang” (上 ), the first character in the city’s name,
which means “above” or “ascend”. This wide and smooth track features
a technically challenging layout – including Tilke’s trademark long, back
straight followed by a hairpin turn – and several elevation changes.
2015 season race winners: Alex Yoong (Round 12) & Aditya Patel (Round 13).
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Regulations
Series Name: Audi R8 LMS Cup
Overall Drivers Championship
Amateur Drivers Cup (“Am Cup”, for second generation Audi R8 LMS cars)
Masters Cup (Amateur Class for previous generation Audi R8 LMS Cup cars)
Team Cup
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Championships
Must be at least 16 years of age, holder of valid Competition License of grade “International C” or higher
Eligible drivers
Second generation Audi R8 LMS cars and Audi R8 LMS Cup cars which comply with the technical regulations
Eligible cars
12 races at 6 race weekends (each race approx. 30 minutes)
Qualifying: 15 minutes Q1 followed by Superpole shoot-out for the top 8
Grid:
· 1st Race – in order of the fastest time from Superpole, then fastest in Q1
· 2nd Race – in order of the fastest lap time achieved by each driver in the first race
Start procedure:
· 1st Race – Rolling start with a 2 x 2 formation
· 2nd Race – Standing start with 1 x 1 formation
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Race format
Regulations
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After each qualifying session, 1 point will be awarded for pole position
Guest drivers are ineligible to score points
A leaderboard dead heat will be resolved as follows:
· By considering the number of wins
· By considering the number of second places, and so on
· If still tied, the best position in the final race will be the determining factor
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Points
After each race, the following points will be awarded to eligible drivers listed as classified finishers in the final official classification as follows:
Position
Points
1st
25
2nd
18
3rd
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4th
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5th
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6th
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7th
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A system of Race Success Ballast weight handicaps will be applied to drivers after each round based on the classification.
The Race Success Ballast weight will be applied after a race and will be effective for the driver’s next race only.
There will be no Race Success Ballast applied in the first round of the season as no round precedes it.
Race Success Ballast will be applied as follows:
Race success ballast
1st: 50 kg
2nd: 35 kg
3rd: 20 kg
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A weight ballast will be applied to ensure that all drivers, in full gear, weigh at least 80 kg.
Driver weight equalization
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Vehicle specifications
Drivetrain/transmissionType of transmission:
Clutch:
Gearbox:
Differential:
Driveshafts:
Rear wheel drive, traction control (ASR)
Electro hydraulically activated 3-plate race clutch (ECA)
Sequential, pneumatically activated 6-speed racing gearbox with paddle shift
Limited-slip rear differential, variable preload
Constant velocity joint driveshafts
VehicleVehicle type:
Chassis:
Safety concept:
GT3 race car
Audi Space Frame (ASF) in aluminium-CFC hybrid construction with stressed steel roll-cage, bodywork parts from CFC and aluminium
Energy absorbing aluminium and CFC crash structures front and rear. Safety concept fulfils FIA LMP1 crash requirements. Audi Sport PS1 safety seat
EngineEngine type:
Management:
Lubrication:
Cubic capacity:
Power:
Torque:
90 degree V10 engine, 4 valves per cylinder, DOHC, gasoline direct injection, emission control by two exhaust gas race catalytic converters
Bosch Motronic MS 6.4
Dry sump
5,200 cc
Variable by restrictor up to 430 kW (585 hp)
Over 550 Nm
Suspension/steering/brakesSteering:
Suspension:
Brakes:
Wheels:
Tyres:
Servo assisted rack and pinion steering
Front and rear independent suspension. Double wishbones, damper struts with coil springs and adjustable dampers as well as adjustable front and rear anti-roll bars
Hydraulic dual circuit brake system, steel brake discs front and rear, race ABS
Forged aluminium wheels, front 12.5 x 18 inch, rear 13 x 18 inch
Front 30-68/18, rear 31-71/18
EquipmentControls:
Fire extinguisher systemsystem:
Seat system:
Height and length adjustable safety steering column, quick adjust rail mounted pedal box
Audi Sport
Audi Sport customer racing PS-1
Dimensions/weightLength:
Width:
Height:
Homologation weight:
Fuel tank capacity:
4,583 mm
1,997 mm
1,171 mm
1,225 kg
120 litres
305 km/h Top speed
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1,225 kg Weight
Audi R8 LMS (second generation)
2.8 kg/kWPower weight ratio
3.2 sec 0-100 km/h
Approx. 430kW(585 hp)
5,200 cc Cubic capacity
Vehicle specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Drivetrain/transmissionType of transmission:
Clutch:
Gearbox:
Differential:
Driveshafts:
Rear wheel drive, traction control (ASR)
Race clutch, upgraded for 2015
Sequential, pneumatic activated 6-speed sport gearbox with shiftpaddles
Locking differential
Constant velocity joint driveshafts
EquipmentFire extinguisher:
Refuelling system:
Seat:
Audi Sport
Stäubli
Audi Sport customer racing PS-1
VehicleModel:
Design:
GT3 race car
Audi Space Frame (ASF) made of aluminium with bolted steel roll cage, carbon-fibre composite/aluminium bodywork
EngineEngine type:
Engine management:
Engine lubrication:
Cubic capacity:
Power:
Torque:
V10 engine, 90-degree cylinder angle, 4 valves per cylinder, DOHC, petrol direct injection, emission control by two race catalytic converters
Bosch Motronic MED 9.1.2
Dry sump
5,205 cc
560 hp
Over 500 Nm
ChassisSteering:
Suspension:
Brakes:
Wheels:
Tyres:
Servo-assisted rack and pinion steering
Independent front and rear double-wishbone suspension, damper strut with coil spring (Eibach) and adjustable dampers (Bilstein) as well as adjustable front and rear anti-roll bars
Dual circuit hydraulic brake system, steel brake discs front and rear, race ABS
O.Z. cast magnesium wheels, 11 x 18 inches front, 13 x 18 inches rear
Michelin tyres. Front 27-65 R18. Rear 31-71 R18
Dimensions/weightLength:
Width:
Height:
Dry weight:
Tank capacity:
4,470 mm
1,984 mm
1,195 mm
1,290 kg (excluding driver)
120 litres
Audi R8 LMS (first generation Cup car) Audi Sport customer racing Asia offers a diverse range of
opportunities to motorsport enthusiasts, from sports car experiences
and licensing courses, to participation in racing events in Asia and
Europe. Part of Audi China, Audi Sport customer racing Asia builds
on the global Audi customer racing programme. A cornerstone of the
programme is to give ambitious privateers and Audi enthusiasts the
opportunity to compete in international-standard motorsport series
against renowned professional talents.
Launched alongside the Audi R8 LMS Cup in 2012, Audi Sport
customer racing Asia plays a pioneering role in the development of
Asian motorsport; in addition to the Audi R8 LMS Cup, the programme
supports entries in selected regional series and races, including the
GT Asia Series, the Sepang 12 Hours, and the Macau Grand Prix. Audi
Sport customer racing Asia entered the full-Asian team of Shaun
Thong, Marchy Lee, Alex Yoong and Cheng Congfu in the 24 Hours
Nürburgring in May 2016, following their impressive 12th place
finish in 2015. Its European programme in 2015 also included Shaun
Thong’s season-long entry in the new Audi Sport TT Cup. Along with
Marchy Lee and Markus Winkelhock, Thong also raced in the Blancpain
Endurance Series with Phoenix Racing.
In 2014, Thong was announced as the brand’s first ever participant
in its Young Driver Development Programme in Asia. The programme
is part of its commitment to developing the region’s fledging talents
and, through it, Thong has received exclusive benefits including GT3
coaching and training, along with opportunities to race in high-profile
events in both Europe and Asia.
In 2016, Audi has also stepped up its support for Formula Masters
China Series (FMCS) – the region’s leading junior single-seater series.
Notable performances in FMCS have led to potential opportunities in
the Audi R8 LMS Cup. The latest recipients of this are Martin Rump,
the 2015 FMCS champion, and fellow contender Alessio Picariello,
both of whom will race for the Audi R8 LMS Cup in its 2016 season.
For more information about the service portfolio of Audi Sport
customer racing Asia please contact:
Bernd Goeres
Director
Audi Sport customer racing Asia
Tel: +86 10 6531 5024
Audi Sport customer racing Asia
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The drivers
Team: Nationality:Website:Profession: Date of Birth:
Alex YOONG01
Audi TEDA Racing TeamMalaysiawww.alexyoong.comRacing driver, Commentator20 July 1976
Racing History:
201520142013
201220112010
2007-20082007
2006-200720062005-20062002
2001
Audi R8 LMS Cup, ChampionAudi R8 LMS Cup, ChampionAudi R8 LMS Cup, 2nd; Malaysia Merdeka Endurance Race,Winner in GTC classAudi R8 LMS Cup, 3rd; Team Championship, 2ndMalaysia Merdeka Endurance Race, GT Class and Overall, 5thIntercontinental Le Mans Cup, 1000km of Zhuhai, GTC Class, 1st A1GP, Team Malaysia, 15th (2 wins)24 Hours of Le Mans, LMP1 Class, 5th, Overall, 8thA1GP, Team Malaysia, 6th (2 wins)24 Hours of Le Mans, LMP1A1GP, Team Malaysia, 5thFormula 1, KL Minardi AsiatechFormula 1, European Minardi, 3 races
Alessio PICARIELLO06
Team:Nationality:Profession:Date of Birth:
MGT Team by AbsoluteBelgiumRacing driver27 August 1993
Racing History:
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4th Formula Masters China series (5 wins) (3 race weekends)MRF Challenge (5 wins) (3 race weekends)Audi R8 LMS Cup (1 race weekend)Asian Le Mans (1 win) (3 race weekends)FA1 (2 race weekends) 1st (Champion) Formula ADAC Masters6th Formula ADAC Masters (2 wins)6th Formula Renault NECFormula Renault 2000 NEC (3 wins) (2 race weekends)
The drivers
Team:Nationality:Profession:Date of Birth:
Jeffrey LEE (Amateur Cup)07
Team Audi Volkswagen TaiwanChinese TaipeiBusinessman 15 February 1971
Racing History:
2015201420132012
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Audi R8 LMS Cup, 10th; GT Asia SeriesAudi R8 LMS Cup, 11th; GT Asia SeriesAudi R8 LMS Cup, 8th Audi R8 LMS Cup, Amateur Cup Champion; GT Asia Series, best finish 2nd; Macau Grand Prix, Macau GT CupPorsche Carrera Cup Asia, Class B, 7th (winner in Singapore); Le Mans 6-Hours Zhuhai, 2nd; Ferrari Challenge Asia Pacific; Merdeka Millennium Endurance RacePorsche Carrera Cup Asia, Class B, 6th; 24 Hours of Spa; Merdeka Millennium Endurance Race, 4th; Macau Grand Prix, Macau GT Cup; Inter Le Mans Cup, Euro Le MansPorsche Carrera Cup Asia, 9th; Merdeka Millennium Endurance RacePorsche Carrera Cup AsiaAsia Formula Renault V6
Aditya PATEL 08
Team: Nationality:Website:Profession: Date of Birth:
Team Audi R8 LMS CupIndiawww.adityaracing.com Racing driver, Driving instructor 8 July 1988
Racing History:
2015201420132012
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2008
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20062002
Audi R8 LMS Cup, 4thInternational GT Open, GTS, 6th; Gulf 12 Hours, GT3ADAC GT MastersNürburgring 24 Hours, SP4T, Champion; JK Racing Asia Series; VLN Endurance ChampionshipVolkswagen Scirocco R Cup Germany, 5thVolkswagen Scirocco R Cup Germany, 12th; Volkswagen Scirocco R Cup Germany, Pro Cup, 7thFormula BMW Pacific, 14th; ADAC Volkswagen Polo Cup, 25th Formula BMW Pacific, 9th; Formula Rolon, 9th JK National Racing Championship, 1st (4 wins); Rotax Max India, 1st (3 wins)Rotax Max India, 2nd JK Tyre National Karting Champion
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The drivers
Kyong-Ouk YOU11
Team: Nationality:Profession: Date of Birth:
Team Audi KoreaSouth KoreaRacing driver, Television Emcee5 June 1980
Racing History:
2015201420122011
Audi R8 LMS Cup, 7thAudi R8 LMS Cup, 7th Audi R8 LMS Cup; CJ Super Race, Ecsta-GT, 1stCJ Super Race, 1st, Racer of the Year
Alex AU (Amateur Cup)12
Team:Nationality:Profession:Date of Birth:
Phoenix Racing AsiaHong Kong, ChinaFinance12 January 1976
Racing History:
2015201420132012
2011
Audi R8 LMS Cup, Amateur Cup, 2ndAudi R8 LMS Cup, 13thAudi R8 LMS Cup, Amateur Cup ChampionFerrari Challenge APAC, Shell category Champion; Audi R8 LMS Cup, Amateur Cup, 2ndFerrari Challenge Asia Pacific
The drivers
Team:Nationality:Profession:Date of Birth:
Kevin CHEN (Masters Cup)15
J-Fly Racing by AbsoluteChinese TaipeiChief Executive Officer15 October 1973
Racing History:
2015
2014
20132012
Taiwan Princess Caterham R300 OTGP (Season 2nd)OTGP (Option Tuning Car Grand Prix), Open Category (2nd); International Competition; Audi R8 LMS Cup Fuji Speedway, Japan, Round 10 (3rd), Round 11 (2nd)Taiwan Speed Festival, GT-B Class (2nd);Option Tuning Car Grand Prix, Round 4, GT Open Class (2nd);Porsche Owners Track Day, 1stTaiwan Speed Festival, GT-B Class (2 podiums)Super Taiwan Touring Car Championship,Class A (2nd)Option Tuning Car Grand Prix, Round 3, GP1 Class (2nd)
SUN Jingzu (Amateur Cup)13
Team:Nationality:Profession:Date of Birth:
Absolute RacingChinaBusinessman2 August 1986
Racing History:
2015 2014
2013
Audi R8 LMS Cup, Amateur CupAudi R8 LMS Cup, Amateur Cup 5th; GT Asia Series;Gulf 12 Hours of Abu DhabiAudi R8 LMS Cup, Amateur Cup 6th
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Team:Nationality:Profession:Date of Birth:
Martin RUMP18
Champion Racing TeamEstoniaRacing driver2 April 1996
Racing History:
2015
2014
2013
2010
Formula Masters China Series (1st)Sepang 12 Hours – GTC Class (1st)Formula Renault EurocupToyota Racing Series (Rookie Champion and 4th Overall)Formula Renault 1.6 NEC (2nd)Formula Renault 1.6 STCC (2nd)Rotax Max Grand Finals (Rotax Max Junior, 1st)
Yuichi NAKAYAMA19
Team:Nationality:Profession:Date of Birth:
KCMGJapanRacing driver25 July 1991
Racing History:
2015
2014
2013
2012
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2008
Super Formula Series (16th)Super GT – GT300 Class (3rd)Super Taikyu – ST-3 Class (6th)Inter Proto Series – Professional Class (2nd)Super Formula SeriesSuper GT – GT300 ClassSuper Taikyu – ST-1 Class (Champion)Inter Proto Series – Professional Class (2nd)Japanese Formula 3 (Champion)Super GT – GT300 ClassInter Proto Series – Professional Class (3rd)Japanese Formula 3 (2nd)Super GT – GT300 ClassJapanese Formula 3 N Class (3rd)Formula Challenge Japan (Champion)Formula Challenge Japan (4th)Super FJ Tsukuba Series (Champion)Formula ChallengeJapan (13th)
The drivers
Mark CHUNG (Masters Cup)17
Team:Nationality:
J-Fly Racing by AbsoluteChinese Taipei
Ryo OGAWA20
Team:Nationality:Profession:Date of Birth:
KCMGJapanRacing driver22 April, 1991
Racing History:
2015
2014
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20102009
200820072006
Japanese Formula3 National Class (15 races 12 wins /15 podiums /12 pole positions /15 fastest laps)Porsche Carrera Cup Japan (2 wins); Gazoo Racing 86/BRZ Race (1 win); Super Endurance Race ST-4 Class (1 win)Formula 4 FC ClassPorsche Carrera Cup Japan (4 wins); Japanese F3 National ClassFormula Challenge Japan; Super FJFuji Champion Race FT86 Class; Formula Challenge JapanFormula Challenge Japan; SL National Convention SSO Class; Motegi Kart Race SSO ClassAll Japan Kart Race KF2All Japan Kart Race ICAAPG Cup / Ooimatuda Kart Race
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The drivers
Team:Nationality:Profession:Date of Birth:
Jan KISIEL 43
KCMGPolandRacing driver14 July 1994
Racing History:
2015201420132012
Audi Sport TT Cup (1st)VW Castrol Cup (3rd)VW Castrol Cup (3rd)Clio Cup (2nd)
Johnson HUANG (Amateur Cup)51
Team: Nationality:Website:Profession: Date of Birth:
Absolute Racing Chinese Taipeiwww.bcec.com.tw Chief Executive Officer22 October 1974
Racing History:
2015
2014
Audi R8 LMS Cup, Amateur Cup, 4th; Porsche Carrera Cup Asia Audi R8 LMS Cup, Amateur Cup, 7th; Porsche Carrera Cup Asia, Class B 12th
The drivers
Team:Nationality:Profession:Date of Birth:
Jasper THONG (Amateur Cup)26
Phoenix Racing AsiaHong Kong, ChinaStudent18 October 1999
Racing History:
2016
20152014
Asian Formula Renault SeriesPan Delta Scirocco Cup 3 hours enduranceCKC X30 Junior, ChampionRotax China Junior, Champion
Rick YOON (Masters Cup)38
Team:Nationality:Profession:Date of Birth:
Phoenix Racing CarItalyBanking15 July 1977
Racing History:
2016
2015
Asia lemans series 3hours of Sepang, GTM classSuper Taikyu Round 1 – 5 hours of Motegi, GT3Taiwan Speed Festival, Round 1, PenbayFerrari Challenge Asia Pacific, Round Shanghai, Race 1 & 2Ferrari Challenge Asia Pacific, Round Sepang, Race 1 & 2Audi R8 LMS Cup Round Sepang and Shanghai
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The drivers
Marchy LEE88
Team:Nationality:Profession:Date of Birth:
Audi Hong KongHong Kong, ChinaRacing driver2 September 1976
Racing History:
2015
201420132012
20112010
2008-200920082007
2006
2004
Audi R8 LMS Cup, 3rd; Nürburgring 24H; Blancpain GT Endurance Series; FIA GT World Cup – MacauAudi R8 LMS Cup, 5th; GT Asia Series (partial season)Audi R8 LMS Cup, 3rd Audi R8 LMS Cup, Champion; GT Asia Series, 4th; 500km Zhuhai Heroes Race, Overall 3rdWorld Touring Car Championship, 3 roundsPorsche Carrera Cup Asia, 2nd; Intercontinental Le Mans Cup, 1000km of Zhuhai, GTC Class, 1stSpeedcar Series ChampionshipPorsche Carrera Cup Asia, 5thPorsche Carrera Cup Asia, 2 Rounds; Formula V6 Asia, Round 1, 1st; Support race to FIA GT Championship, Zhuhai Round, 1stFormula V6 Asia by Renault, Zhuhai, 2ndFormula BMW Asia, Champion; Formula 3 Macau Grand Prix
Rahel FREY66
Team: Nationality:Website:Profession: Date of Birth:
Castrol Racing TeamSwitzerlandwww.rahelfrey.chRacing driver23 February 1986
Racing History:
2015
20142013
2011-2012
Audi R8 LMS Cup, 5thADAC GT MastersAudi R8 LMS Cup, 3rd; ADAC GT Masters; Nürburgring 24 HoursAudi R8 LMS Cup, Round 10 (winner)Blancpain Endurance Series – GT3 Pro CupDTM (German Touring Car Masters)
Daniel BILSKI (Master Cup)59
Team: Nationality:Profession: Date of Birth:
B-Quick RacingAustraliaBanker1 March 1971
Racing History:
Audi R8 LMS Cup, AM Champion; Sepang 12 hour, GTC 3rd place; Thailand Super Series; Asia Classic Car Challenge; Bathurst 12 hourGT Asia Series (4 rounds); Audi R8 LMS Cup (AM Class, Round 3, 3rd; Round 4, winner); Porsche Carrera Cup Asia (1 round); Lamborghini Super Trofeo Asia (2 rounds); Malaysia Merdeka Endurance Race Sepang 12 Hour, 2nd GTC ClassAsia Classic Car Challenge Overall Champion (11 wins);Porsche Carrera Cup Asia Macau Grand Prix Invitational;Malaysia Merdeka Endurance Race Sepang 12-Hour, 3rd GTC; Porsche Carrera Cup Asia(Porsche Medal Winner, Round 5)Audi R8 LMS Cup (2 Rounds); Malaysia Merdeka Endurance Race Sepang 12-Hour, Winner Sports Production Class; ACCC, Open Class ChampionMille Miglia, Italy; Porsche Carrera Cup Asia (2 rounds);Indonesian GT3 (2 rounds); GT4 Asia (2 rounds);Asia Classic Car Challenge
Vincent FLOIRENDO (Amateur Cup)55
Team:Nationality:Profession:Date of Birth:
EN Sport by AbsolutePhilippinesBusinessman1 September 1968
Racing History:
2015 2014
Raced one leg at Fuji to Test Audi R8Ferrari Challenge Asia Pacific
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2014
2013
2012
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CHENG Congfu99
Team:Nationality:Profession:Date of Birth:
FAW-VW Audi Racing TeamChinaRacing driver15 August 1984
Racing History:
2015
2014
2013
2011-20122008-2009 2008
2007-20082007
2006-2007
Audi R8 LMS Cup, 1st Runner-up, Team ChampionNürburgring 24 Hours, 12th Audi R8 LMS Cup, 4th; FIA Blancpain Endurance Series (partial season)Audi R8 LMS Cup, 5th; 24 Hours of Le Mans, LMP1 Class, GT Asia SeriesTeam AMG Mercedes-Benz SLS GT3A1 Grand Prix, A1 Team ChinaFormula 3 Euroseries; 24 Hours of Le Mans, LMP2 ClassA1 Grand Prix, A1 Team ChinaBritish Formula 3, 2nd Scholarship ClassA1 Grand Prix, A1 Team China
Bhurit BHIROMBHAKDI (Amateur Cup) 95
Team:Nationality:
Absolute RacingThailand
The drivers
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2016 Results
Alessio PICARIELLO – 65
Alex YOONG – 62
Martin RUMP – 61
Marchy LEE – 49
Rahel FREY – 45
Jan KISIEL – 32
CHENG Congfu – 30
Aditya PATEL – 20
Ryo OGAWA – 20
Yuichi NAKAYAMA – 7
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Overall classification after Round 4 – Top 10
Jeffrey LEE – 90
SUN Jing Zu – 60
Johnson HUANG – 44
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Am Cup classification after Round 4 – Top 3
Daniel BILSKI - 51
Chun Hua CHEN (Kevin) – 50
YOON Sanghwi (Rick) – 36
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Masters Cup classification after Round 4 – Top 3
MGT Team by Absolute - 65
Audi TEDA Racing Team – 62
Champion Racing Team – 61
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2015 Results
Alex YOONG – 161
Franky CHENG – 160
Marchy LEE – 134
Aditya PATEL – 119
Rahel FREY – 110
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Final Championship standings – Top 5
Daniel BILSKI – 186
Alex AU - 180
Andrew KIM - 131
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Final Amateur Cup standings – Top 3
FAW-VW Audi Racing Team/4R – 192
Castrol Racing Team – 162
Audi TEDA Racing Team – 154
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Overall standings 2012-2015For race-by-race results, please check www.audir8lmscup.com
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2014 Results
Alex YOONG – 189
André COUTO – 177
Rahel FREY – 148
Franky CHENG – 130
Marchy LEE – 113
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LIN Yue – 270
Ashraff DEWAL – 181
Jacky YEUNG - 129
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Brothers Racing Team – 201
Audi TEDA Racing Team – 190
Castrol Racing Team – 153
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2013 Results
Adderly FONG – 188
Alex YOONG – 186
Marchy LEE – 164
Rahel FREY – 101
Franky CHENG– 98
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Alex AU – 228
Eric K – 153
Aaron KWOK - 103
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KLM Team – 188
Audi TEDA Racing Team – 186
Audi GQ – 164
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2012 Results
Marchy LEE– 229
Adderly FONG – 217
Alex YOONG – 167
SUN Zheng – 115
WANG Jianwei – 84
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Jeffrey LEE – 197
Alex AU – 156
Aaron KWOK - 129
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Audi Ultra – 229
Audi GQ – 193
KLM Team – 186
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Audi motorsport
Audi positions itself as the sportiest manufacturer in the premium segment and has a perfect basis to do so: motorsport. Sportiness, advanced
technology and emotional design are the main elements accounting for the success of the Audi brand. In 2015, Audi presented the second generation
of the Audi R8 LMS that had instant wins at the 24-hour race at the Nürburgring and a one-two-three win at the Sepang 12 Hours. Today’s success
builds upon a long legacy, as racing has always been in the genes of the Audi brand.
Early success
The motorsport history of Audi began more than 100 years ago with the
Audi Type C – the “Alpine conquerer” – winning the Austrian Alpine Run
between 1911 and 1914. In the 1930s, Audi achieved further success
with the iconic Auto Union Grand Prix car, the “Silver Arrow”, which
clinched titles around the world with legendary drivers including Bernd
Rosemeyer. The “Silver Arrow” also broke speed records, reaching 320
km/h on an Italian autostrada in 1935.
The motorsport history of AUDI AG began with the Audi quattro
The commanding victories, plus two manufacturers’ and two drivers’
titles achieved with the ‘original quattro’ in the World Rally Championship
between 1982 and 1984, were a key factor in producing the success of
quattro drive in the marketplace. Audi then established quattro drive in
circuit racing as well: 1996 saw the Audi A4 quattro clinch championship
titles in seven countries. In 2012, the all-wheel drive system returned to
the race track as the e-tron quattro.
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Audi motorsport
Audi R8, most successful present-day Le Mans sports car
In its 1999 debut at Le Mans, the world’s toughest endurance race,
Audi, on clinching third place, instantly managed the leap onto the
winners’ podium. In the following years, the Audi R8 was in a class
of its own. From 2000 to 2002, Audi achieved a historic hat-trick,
not least thanks to debuting TFSI technology that subsequently
made its way into production technology. 2004 and 2005 saw
customer teams score two further overall victories for Audi. The R8
secured its place in motorsport history with a total of 63 victories
in 80 sports car races.
Title wins following return to DTM
Following Laurent Aiello’s 2002 victory in the Abt-Audi TT-R, Audi
returned to the DTM with a factory commitment in 2004 and, with
Mattias Ekström, instantly clinched the title. The Swede triumphed
again in 2007, while in 2008 and 2009, Timo Scheider won, making
Audi the first – and so far only – automobile manufacturer in DTM
history to have achieved a title hat-trick. Martin Tomczyk completed
the success story of the Audi A4 DTM in the 2011 season with
another title win – the fifth one in total for the Audi A4 DTM. In
2013, Mike Rockenfeller in the Audi RS 5 DTM claimed the ninth DTM
title in total for Audi.
Audi motorsport
Pioneering achievements with TDI technology
With TDI technology, Audi demonstrated a pioneering
achievement, again proving ‘Vorsprung durch Technik’
in the process. In 2006, the Audi R10 TDI featuring a
new concept was the first-ever car with diesel power
to triumph in the legendary Le Mans 24 Hours. 2007
and 2008 again saw Audi win at Le Mans with the R10
TDI. In addition, Audi won the American Le Mans Series
three times in succession with the diesel-powered
sports car, plus, in 2008, the Le Mans Series in Europe.
With the R15 TDI, Audi celebrated a one-two-three
result in the fastest Le Mans race of all time in 2010,
as well as setting a new distance record that has not
been broken to date. In 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014,
Audi TDI Power again won at Le Mans, plus in 2014, the
brand celebrated its 13th victory in only 16 races it had
participated in. Audi has been demonstrating ‘Vorsprung
durch Technik’ in terms of energy efficiency as well,
having reduced diesel consumption by 40 percent ever
since the TDI era began in racing in 2006.
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First hybrid winner at Le Mans
On clinching the first victory of a hybrid race car in the Le Mans 24
Hours in 2012, Audi achieved another pioneering feat in the world’s
most important endurance race. Three times in succession (2012,
2013 and 2014), the Audi R18 e-tron quattro remained unbeaten
at Le Mans. Numerous other innovations such as Audi laser light
complement the brand’s pioneering prowess in technology. In
addition, Audi won the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC)
with the hybrid sports car two consecutive times, in 2012 and 2013.
GT racing as third pillar
In the R8 LMS, Audi, in 2009, developed a race car specifically for use
in customer racing for the first time. The GT3 sports car, more than
50 percent of which consists of production components, instantly
impressed. More than 130 race cars were delivered to customers by
the beginning of 2015. In addition to 28 championship titles around
the world, the track record of the R8 LMS reflects eight overall
victories in iconic 24-hour races such as those at the Nürburgring
and at Spa-Francorchamps, plus three successes in 12-hour races. In
March 2015, Audi presented the second generation of the successful
GT3 sports car that, only two months later, won the 24-hour race at
the Nürburgring and later that year, saw a one-two-three win in the
12-hour race in Sepang.
Motorsport benefits Audi customers
Motorsport at Audi is always undertaken with consideration for our customers. Audi uses the race track as a test centre for new technologies.
Race car development and series production benefit from each other in many areas, including hybrid drives, engine downsizing, fuel injection
technology and turbocharger design.
Light technology
In 2014, for the first time, Audi drove at Le Mans with laser lights and
a special edition Audi R8 LMX, a road model with laser lights, followed
shortly. Lights are an important safety factor and are often tested in
motorsport. The Audi R18 TDI, for example, was the first Le Mans sports
car with full LED headlights.
Ultra lightweight
Ultra lightweight aluminium suspension components were tested by Audi
in rallying in the 1980s, and have since played a significant role in the
reduction of fuel consumption in road cars. For 20 years, the lightweight
Audi Space Frame (ASF) has set manufacturing standards. The Audi R8
LMS racing car’s aluminium chassis and the road going Audi R8 originate
from the same production. Carbon fibre reinforced plastics (CFRP) have
also found their way from motorsport into series production.
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Audi China
Audi China was established in Beijing in 2009 as a
fully owned subsidiary of AUDI AG. The company
coordinates the business cooperation between
AUDI AG, FAW Group and the joint venture FAW-
Volkswagen. In addition, Audi China supports the
global activities of AUDI AG.
All board-level depar tments of AUDI AG have a
counterpart at Audi China. The company is also the
home of Audi R&D Beijing, the first comprehensive R&D
site of AUDI AG outside Germany.
The Audi Sport customer racing Asia programme, which
includes the Audi R8 LMS Cup, is organized from Beijing
by Audi China.
Audi China has about 600 employees. The company
puts a strong emphasis on the development of young
local talent.
Official partners
Oil & Lubricant Partner & Team Partnerwww.castroledge.com.cn
Founded in 1899 and now a member of BP Group, Castrol is one of the world’s largest lubricant manufacturers as well as the leader of lubrication technology. Castrol i s committed to prov id ing advanced engine oils for automobiles, motorcycles and commercial vehicles, and producing the lubricants used in the fields of natural gas exploitation, power generation, transportation, construction, refrigeration equipment, metalworking and plastics, marine and industry.
Tire Partner www.michelin.com
D e d i c a t e d t o t h e i m p ro v e m e n t o f sustainable mobility, Michelin designs, manufactures and sells tires for every type of vehicle, including airplanes, automobiles, bicycles, earth-movers, farm equipment, heavy-duty trucks and motorcycles. Michelin employs 115,000 people in more than 170 countries and operates 69 production sites in 18 countries throughout five continents. The company also publ ishes travel guides, hotel and restaurant guides, m a p s a n d ro a d a t l a s e s a n d o ff e r s electronic mobility support services, on V iaMichel in.com. Research and innovation development is being taken care of in technology centres in Asia, Europe and North America.
Media Partnerwww.sportauto.cn
auto motor und sport (AMS) is an automobile media platform, established in 1946 in Germany and 1996 in China. sportauto is a sub-brand of AMS and since 2014, this platform has provided regular news about the automotive industry, a comprehensive motorsport overview, as well as sports car tests and race driver insights to Chinese consumers.
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Official partners
Credit Card Partnerwww.mastercard.com/cn
MasterCard is a technology company in the global payments industry. It is leading the way toward a world beyond cash with the power to expand connectivity, opportunity, and prosperity for individuals, businesses, and communities. MasterCard operates the world’s fastest payments processing network, connecting consumers, financial institutions, merchants, governments, and businesses in more than 210 countries and territories. MasterCard products and solutions make everyday commerce activities – such as shopping, traveling, running a business, and managing finances – easier, more secure, and more efficient for everyone. Through MasterCard payment solutions, the company delivers value and connects close to two billion cardholders with tens of millions of merchants around the world.
TV Production Services Partnerwww.chinatvservice.com
Driven by Beijing's increasing opportunities and China's growing market, CTVS has developed from a small company into a comprehensive service organization with a proven track record and a flexible all-encompassing offering for TV and Film productions. CTVS' clients are not only from the Asian region. CTVS has provided services for clients from 6 continents, and over 60 countries worldwide. Their production experience in Asia makes CTVS the logical choice for international customers wishing to enter Asian markets – and vice versa.
Operational partners
www.absoluteracing.net
Absolute Racing was founded by Fabien Fior and Ingo Matter in 2010, leveraging prestigious European racing pedigrees and more than two decades’ experience in Asian and European motorsport. Between 2012 and 2015 the team single-handedly managed 4 seasons as the service partner of the Audi R8 LMS Cup. Absolute Racing is headquartered in Zhuhai, China, with complementary bases at the Shanghai International Circuit and at Malaysia’s F1 track, the Sepang International Circuit.
www.motorsportfocus.net
Motorsport Focus is a company dedicated to the sporting organisation of international motor sport events. The company provides independent sporting staff to ensure that the highest levels of safety and integrity are present within the Audi R8 LMS Cup.
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Service partners
www.phoenix-racing.asia
Phoenix Racing Asia was created in 2015 by DTM and 24 Hours Nürburgring winning Phoenix Racing GmbH. Headed by Ernst Moser and well-known Hong Kong racing driver Marchy Lee, its mission is to combine Phoenix Racing's expertise in GT and Touring Car racing with Marchy Lee's strong network in Asia, to offer the most professional and world-class motorsport services in the region. With multiple victories in the DTM, the FIA GT1 World Championship, the FIA GT3 European Championship, the ADAC GT Masters and the famous 24h races at the Nürburgring and Spa, Phoenix Racing has operated successfully in the international world of car-racing for sixteen years.
www.absoluteracing.net
Absolute Racing is recognised as one of the most successful teams in Asia, with an extended team of experienced professionals who are highly respected throughout the industry. Absolute Racing not only offers traditional “Customer Racing” services, has also been recognized as a one of Asia’s leading fully-fledged motorsports organizations.
www.kcmg.com.hk
KC Motorgroup (KCMG) is an international motorsport services group established by Dr. Paul Ip in 2007, providing unrivalled motorsport services, equipment, team management and quality distributorship in the automotive industry. With a strong influence in motorsport across the globe, the team made motorsport history by becoming the first Chinese LMP2 team to compete in both 24 Hours of Le Mans and select races of the FIA World Endurance Championship. KCMG became a Le Mans winner in 2015, and holds wins in Formula Masters China Series and the Asian Formula Renault Series. The team has also had successful campaigns in Japan with the FIA F4 Japan, All-Japan Formula 3, Porsche Carrera Cup Japan, Super Formula, and Super GT for a number of seasons. Headquartered in Hong Kong, KCMG has offices located in China, Taiwan, Japan, Philippines, Germany and Ireland.
Audi R8 LMS Cup management team
Bernd GoeresDirectorAudi Sport customer racing Asia
Mark TurnerSeries ManagerAudi R8 LMS Cup
Martin KuehlSpokesmanAudi R8 LMS Cup
Rene KonebergChairman of Steering Committee Audi Sport customer racing Asia
Ingo MatterOperation DirectorAudi R8 LMS CupTeam ManagerAbsolute Racing
John O'HaraTeam ManagerKC Motorgroup
Bernhard DemmerTeam ManagerPhoenix Racing Asia
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Race coverage
The Audi R8 LMS Cup has a broad media presence across Asia, including:
A 30-minute highlights programme from each race weekend, broadcast across Asia on Fox Sports, Star Sports and Gear One. In China, fans of the Cup can watch a Chinese language version on various local channels, including Sichuan TV, Guangdong TV, Tianjin TV and Wuhan Sports Channel. For up-to-date broadcast times, please go to www.audir8lmscup.com.
Live streaming of all races is available at:· www.audir8lmscup.com and www.audi-motorsport.com (English)· Partner platforms youku.com, letv.com and pptv.com (Chinese)
sportauto.cn, the Asian sports car platform from leading German car magazine auto motor und sport, is an official Audi R8 LMS Cup partner.
The Cup operates social media channels on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, WeChat, Weibo and Youku.
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Total hours of TV broadcasts: 89
Total number of TV viewers: 69 million
Total reach of social media channels: 14 million impressions
Total number of journalists attending the Audi R8 LMS Cup: 405 from 9 countries
Total number of race reports published: over 2,300
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Mr. Martin Kuehl
Head of Corporate Communications
Audi China
Spokesman, Audi R8 LMS Cup
Mobile: +86 138 1145 9454
Email: [email protected]
Media contact:
Mr. Alexander Blackie
Digital and Communications
Audi Sport customer racing Asia
Mobile: +86 186 1265 5447
Email: [email protected]
Ms. Yang Xing
Communication Officer
Audi China
Mobile: +86 150 0100 7350
Email: [email protected]
Mr. Bernd Goeres
Director
Audi Sport customer racing Asia
Mobile: +86 10 6531 5024
Email: [email protected]
Motorsport & event contact:
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The Audi R8 LMS Cup has entered a new era with the fifth season of
the first one-make series from the brand with Four Rings. Established
in 2012, the series has grown in both scope and stature across the
region, with the competition continuing to intensify year-on-year.
The Audi R8 LMS Cup offers a platform for motorsport enthusiasts
to compete in one of the most prestigious and competitive GT
championships in Asia, racing wheel-to-wheel with fellow privateers
as well as high-profile professional drivers. The 2016 season
features a wide range of established drivers racing alongside an
exciting mix of young, passionate new entrants, making it the
youngest, most competitive line-up of drivers in the series so far.
The new season will also mark the debut of the next generation
Audi R8 LMS race car – a vehicle designed and developed specifically
for motorsport, and one that shares more than half of its technical
base with the Audi R8 production car.
This season, we would also like to offer a warm welcome to the
Cup’s two new service teams, Phoenix Racing Asia and KCMG, and
a warm welcome back to long-time series service partner Absolute
Racing. The three service teams will add an intriguing dynamic to the
competition as the Audi R8 LMS Cup’s 2016 season unfolds.
Over the years, Audi Sport customer racing Asia has also increased its
reach, breaking down geographical barriers in motorsport across the
globe. This year, the all-Asian Audi entry of Shaun Thong, Marchy Lee,
Alex Yoong and Cheng Congfu return to the 24 Hours Nürburgring,
following their impressive 12th place finish from over 150 entries
in 2015. Last year, the first participant in the Audi Sport customer
racing Asia young driver development programme, Shaun Thong, was
also entered into the Audi Sport TT Cup for a full season.
Sporty, progressive and sophisticated – motorsport is in the Audi
DNA. In 2016, Audi Sport customer racing Asia will continue to
further develop motorsport in the region with action packed events
across the continent and the most attractive race packages for Asian
motorsport aficionados.
We wish all of our drivers and teams the very best of luck for the
2016 season and would like to thank our partners, fans and media
friends for their continued support.
Thank you and enjoy the season!
Bernd GoeresDirector of Audi Sport customer racing Asia
Martin KuehlHead of Corporate Communications, Audi China
Spokesman, Audi R8 LMS Cup
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01 Foreword
02 Audi R8 LMS Cup 2016 season
03 Race calendar
04 The tracks
08 Regulations
10 Vehicle specifications
13 Audi Sport customer racing Asia
14 The drivers
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31 Audi motorsport
35 Motorsport benefits Audi customers
36 Audi China
37 Partners
41 Audi R8 LMS Cup management team
42 Race coverage
2016 Results
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Mr. Martin Kuehl
Head of Corporate Communications
Audi China
Spokesman, Audi R8 LMS Cup
Mobile: +86 138 1145 9454
Email: [email protected]
Media contact:
Mr. Alexander Blackie
Digital and Communications
Audi Sport customer racing Asia
Mobile: +86 186 1265 5447
Email: [email protected]
Ms. Yang Xing
Communication Officer
Audi China
Mobile: +86 150 0100 7350
Email: [email protected]
Mr. Bernd Goeres
Director
Audi Sport customer racing Asia
Mobile: +86 10 6531 5024
Email: [email protected]
Motorsport & event contact: