Lamborghini Super Trofeo

Lamborghini Super Trofeo
Name	Lamborghini Super Trofeo
Category	One-make GT racing
Country/region	International
Inaugural	2009
Constructors	Automobili Lamborghini
Tyres	Pirelli

Lamborghini Super Trofeo is a single-make GT racing series operated by Automobili Lamborghini that showcases the manufacturer's track-focused models in regional and global championships. Launched to promote Lamborghini's customer racing program, the series has run championships in Europe, North America, Asia, Middle East, and held a World Final that consolidated regional victors. It serves as a stepping stone to endurance series such as the FIA World Endurance Championship, IMSA SportsCar Championship, and GT World Challenge competitions.

History

The series originated in 2009 under the aegis of Automobili Lamborghini and the marque's Motorsport division, evolving alongside events at circuits like Monza, Silverstone Circuit, Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, Interlagos, and Suzuka Circuit. Early seasons paralleled customer programs operated by outfits such as Reiter Engineering, GDL Racing, Boutsen Ginion Racing, and Imperiale Racing while aligning with promoters including SRO Motorsports Group and series partners like Pirelli and FIA. Milestones include the introduction of the Gallardo LP 560-4 based Trofeo cars, the transition to the Huracán LP 620-2 and later Huracán Super Trofeo Evo, and the establishment of regional championships in North America, Europe, and Asia followed by the biennial World Final format at venues like Vallelunga Circuit and Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.

Format and Regulations

Race weekends mirror formats used by GT and touring categories at circuits such as Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Hockenheimring, Paul Ricard, Laguna Seca, and Mount Panorama Circuit. Each event typically features practice sessions, qualifying sessions for Pro and Am classes, and two sprint races with driver changes mandated in certain categories to comply with sporting rules overseen by FIA stewards and national motorsport authorities like FIA Americas equivalents and ACI in Italy. Sporting and technical regulations specify driver categorization using FIA driver grading and balance-of-performance adjustments coordinated with FIA GT Committee principles, while tyre allocation and procedures reference Pirelli Motorsport standards.

Cars and Technical Specifications

Vehicles are prepared by Automobili Lamborghini's Motorsport division and affiliated preparers such as Oculus Racing and established teams like Grasser Racing Team for customer support. Models progressed from the Lamborghini Gallardo Trofeo chassis to the Lamborghini Huracán LP 620-2 and the Huracán Super Trofeo Evo featuring aerodynamic packages homologated for the series. Powertrain components trace to Lamborghini's road car units, mated to sequential transmissions from suppliers such as Xtrac and equipped with braking systems by companies like Brembo. Electronics and data logging involve partners like Marelli and Motec while safety equipment complies with FIA safety mandates, including roll cages, HANS device, fire suppression by Halon-standard systems, and fuel cells by firms like ATL. Tyres are supplied by Pirelli with specifications tailored for sprint formats.

Series Structure and Events

The championship calendar aligns with major motorsport festivals and supports series organized by promoters including SRO Motorsports Group, IMSA, and regional organizers in Asia and the Middle East. Typical events occur at global circuits such as Nürburgring, Brands Hatch, Donington Park, Circuit of the Americas, and Sepang International Circuit. The season culminates in the Lamborghini World Final, a multi-class showdown historically hosted at tracks like Vallelunga and Jerez de la Frontera, gathering class winners and guest entries for endurance-style contests and sprint finals that determine overall World Final champions.

Teams and Drivers

Customer teams range from factory-supported squads like Grasser Racing Team and Konrad Motorsport to privateer operations including VS Racing and Team Lazarus, with driver lineups mixing professionals, gentlemen drivers, ex-Formula One and DTM competitors, and emerging talents from programs such as Lamborghini Squadra Corse and academies like ACI Sport initiatives. Notable drivers who have participated or progressed through the series include alumni who moved into GT World Challenge Europe, FIA World Endurance Championship, 24 Hours of Le Mans, and Bathurst 12 Hour campaigns.

Records and Notable Moments

Historic highlights include dominant championship runs by teams such as Grasser Racing Team and standout performances at marquee rounds like Spa-Francorchamps and Monza. The series has been a platform for drivers advancing to 24 Hours of Le Mans entries and factory roles with Lamborghini and other manufacturers, and its World Final produced memorable endurance duels resembling contests in FIA GT1 World Championship and Blancpain GT Series history. Race incidents, championship-deciding finishes, and technological rollouts—such as the Huracán Evo aerodynamic upgrade—are frequently referenced alongside appearances at global motorsport events like Goodwood Festival of Speed and support race weekends for Formula One grands prix.

Category:International auto racing series Category:Lamborghini