Canadian Bruno Spengler will compete this weekend in Round 9 of the DTM series at the Hockenheimring in Germany. The works Mercedes-Benz driver is still on top of the provisional standings with just three races to go.
Spengler has been leading the points’ table since the second race of the season. However, his HWA teammate, Paul Di Resta has captured two consecutive victories and lies now in second place in the standings, just 7 points away from the Canadian, also the winner of two races.
But both drivers will need to keep their eyes on two of their rivals, Gary Paffett (Mercedes) and Mattias Ekstrom (Audi) who could change everything with a solid run this weekend on the German circuit.
“I look forward to the race at Hockenheim, because it is one of the favourite tracks, said Spengler at Auto123.com.
“It’s always a great fun over there with the enthusiastic fans. Especially since it will be our last race of the season in Germany. Hockenheim is a short circuit, so the lap times will be very close, and a good qualifying spot will be crucial for the race. My objective is to give my very best and not be distracted by the title chase,” Spengler said.
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Spengler has been leading the points’ table since the second race of the season. However, his HWA teammate, Paul Di Resta has captured two consecutive victories and lies now in second place in the standings, just 7 points away from the Canadian, also the winner of two races.
But both drivers will need to keep their eyes on two of their rivals, Gary Paffett (Mercedes) and Mattias Ekstrom (Audi) who could change everything with a solid run this weekend on the German circuit.
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| Photo: René Fagnan/Auto123.com |
“I look forward to the race at Hockenheim, because it is one of the favourite tracks, said Spengler at Auto123.com.
“It’s always a great fun over there with the enthusiastic fans. Especially since it will be our last race of the season in Germany. Hockenheim is a short circuit, so the lap times will be very close, and a good qualifying spot will be crucial for the race. My objective is to give my very best and not be distracted by the title chase,” Spengler said.