Two victories scored by Schubert Motorsport at the Nürburgring racing event
René Rast Secures Dominant Victory in DTM Race 2 at Nürburgring
In a thrilling display of driving skill and car performance, René Rast claimed a resounding victory in the DTM Race 2 at Nürburgring on August 10, 2025. The German driver, behind the wheel of the No. 33 Schubert Motorsport BMW M4 GT3 EVO, secured his 30th career DTM victory in a race that was marked by aggressive overtaking and strategic brilliance.
Starting from seventh on the grid, Rast quickly demonstrated his prowess, advancing through the field and taking the lead within six laps. He maintained control of the race, finishing nearly 8 seconds ahead of his teammate Marco Wittmann, who claimed second place. Lucas Auer, driving for Team Landgraf, finished third, reclaiming the championship lead for Landgraf Mercedes.
Rast's driving and the BMW's performance were a surprise to many, including the driver himself. Rast praised the car's exceptional connection to the track, which enabled him to pursue an aggressive overtaking strategy early in the race. He passed five cars in the initial laps, overtook Auer for second, and caught and passed Ben Doerr for the lead prior to the pit stops.
The Schubert Motorsport strategy also proved effective, securing a BMW 1-2 finish. Rast made key overtakes on-track and managed his pit windows efficiently, pitting later than some rivals to maintain track position. Wittmann, however, struggled somewhat with tire performance during the initial stint, which limited his ability to keep up with Rast but still secured second place.
Auer's team, Landgraf Mercedes, had a slower second pit stop, which compromised Auer's challenge for the win but he still finished on the podium, gaining valuable championship points and regaining the overall championship lead.
Top Results from Race 2
| Position | Driver | Team | Car | |----------|----------------|--------------------|-----------------------------| | 1st | René Rast | Schubert Motorsport| BMW M4 GT3 EVO (#33) | | 2nd | Marco Wittmann | Schubert Motorsport| BMW M4 GT3 EVO | | 3rd | Lucas Auer | Team Landgraf | Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evo (#22) |
The next DTM races will take place at Sachsenring on August 22-24, continuing the championship fight.
Schubert Motorsport currently sits second in the team standings with 213 points in the DTM series. Rast, who started from 6th on the grid, made a comeback in the title race with the points for first place. Wittmann, who finished fifth in the previous race on Saturday, improved on his performance in the second race at the Nürburgring. He praised the team's strategy and pit stops as crucial to his success.
Rast expressed his happiness with his win at the Nürburgring, attributing his success to the handling and grip of his BMW M4 GT3 EVO. The team will now look forward to the upcoming race at Sachsenring, a track where they have traditionally faced challenges but are determined to maximize points.
Racing at the Nürburgring proved to be a showcase of sports and strategic prowess, as René Rast claimed another victory in his racing career. The Schubert Motorsport BMW M4 GT3 EVO, with its impressive performance and connection to the track, enabled Rast to outperform his competitors, even starting from seventh on the grid. The following race at Sachsenring promises more sports and racing opportunities for the team.
