Imola, May 2026
The second round of the Lamborghini Super Trofeo Europe at the historic Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari in Imola presented drivers and teams with major challenges. Whilst conditions remained consistent during free practice and qualifying, rainfall on race day led to difficult and at times unpredictable track conditions. Leipert Motorsport once again demonstrated consistency, securing significant championship points with both cars.
It was already clear during free practice that the pace across the field was very close. The #88 finished the first free practice session in third place in the class, whilst the #44 took second place in the second session. However, due to the changing weather conditions, the practice results were of limited significance.
The team also confirmed its strong form in qualifying. The #44 secured an excellent starting position for Race One with a second-place finish in its class in the first qualifying session. In the second qualifying session, the #48 made a clear statement by setting the fastest time in the Pro class and started the second race from the front row.
#44 Thalin (SWE) / Bengtsson (SWE) – Pro class
The #44 delivered a solid performance throughout the weekend and consistently held its own at the front of the field despite the difficult conditions. In the first race, Thalin and Bengtsson fought on undeterred, despite a sudden engine power issue, and finished the race without any mistakes in seventh place in the class.
The schedule at Imola was very tight, as both races were held on the same day at this event. Consequently, despite their best efforts, the problem could not be permanently resolved, forcing the team to field the car in the second race despite a power deficit. Fortunately, the second race took place in wet conditions, so the lack of power did not have a full impact and a consolation seventh place was secured in the end.
#88 Tuomaala (FIN) / Salonen (FIN) – Pro class
The #88 driver duo once again showed good pace and impressed with a commanding performance in difficult conditions. Following a strong qualifying performance with the class’s fastest time in the second qualifying session, Tuomaala and Salonen also held their own in the upper midfield during the races.
In the first race, the #88 finished sixth in the class, before the duo finished the second race in eighth place. Despite the difficult weather conditions, both drivers stayed out of trouble and collected further important points for the championship.
Managing Directors Marc Poos and Marcel Leipert:
“The rain made the races at Imola a particular challenge. However, both driver pairings performed very professionally in the difficult conditions and brought the cars home safely. Even though the results this time do not quite reflect our pace, we are taking important points and many positive takeaways from this weekend.”
Following the demanding race weekend at Imola, Leipert Motorsport is now turning its focus to the next round of the Lamborghini Super Trofeo Europe at the end of June at Spa-Francorchamps. The team will be competing there with an expanded line-up of cars.
