Guild crowned Racing Prodigy champions in thrilling season finale
Guild has secured victory in the inaugural Racing Prodigy P3 Championship following a nail-biting season finale in New Orleans. The talented trio of Will Redford, Laurens Beerten, and Nathan Maximin claimed the teams' championship in dramatic fashion, edging out rivals TC Racing on a tie-breaker.
The groundbreaking championship, which has transformed sim racers into real-world competitors, consisted of five rounds spanning from November to March. Guild's journey to the top was highlighted by exceptional performances throughout the season, culminating in a thrilling final showdown in NOLA.
Wheel to wheel racing
The championship format changed dramatically for the final round, with all teams competing simultaneously on track for the first time, moving away from the head-to-head format that had characterised earlier rounds. Guild entered the finale with momentum, with their season performance securing them the top three grid positions for Race 1.
Will Redford continued his stellar form by taking the checkered flag in the penultimate race, with teammate Laurens Beerten securing third place. These results positioned Guild favorably heading into the decisive final race, despite TC Racing having led the championship for most of the season.
The final race delivered one last twist when Prodigy of the Year champion Lorenz Horzing produced a stunning drive for TC Racing to win ahead of Guild's Will Redford. Laurens Beerten claimed third place, while Nathan Maximin fought hard to secure sixth position. These results left both TC Racing and Guild tied on points at the championship's conclusion.
The title was ultimately decided by a tie-breaker, with Guild claiming the championship due to defeating TC Racing the last time they faced off head-to-head in Miami in February.
Team Principal Seb Hawkins said: "This victory is a testament to the incredible talent and determination of our drivers. "
“Throughout the season, they have shown remarkable resilience and adaptability, particularly in the final round where the format changed significantly. Will, Laurens, and Nathan have represented Guild with distinction, and we couldn't be prouder of their achievement in bringing home the championship."
A year to remember
Guild extends its gratitude to Racing Prodigy for creating this unique championship that bridges the gap between virtual and real-world racing, offering sim racers an unprecedented opportunity to showcase their talents on actual racetracks.
We also acknowledge the invaluable guidance provided by team coach and racing legend Katherine Legge, whose expertise and support were instrumental in the team's success. Aimee Frame had to leave the team ahead of the final round due to each team requiring to drop a driver for the finale. At just 18, Aimee has a bright future in motorsport ahead of her, and the points she secured proved crucial for Guild’s success. Additionally, Guild recognises the essential role played by the Prodigy Racing Pit Crew in ensuring the smooth operation of the competition and the work on our Radical cars.
This historic championship victory marks another milestone in Guild Racing’s growing legacy in the racing landscape, following on from our victory in British F4 esports last year, and a top 10 finish on Rennsport at the Esports World Cup last year.
