Seventeen-year-old Jordan Genten secured the pole position in the Club Sport category at the 48th edition of the 24 Hours of Zolder. Driving a BMW M2 Racing for the M3M Endurance Academy, the Weismes driver clocked the fastest qualifying time during his debut outing in the BMW and his first appearance at the endurance classic.
Jordan Genten Claims Pole in Debut Outing
M3M Endurance Academy Captures Club Sport Victory
The 48th running of the Zolder endurance test saw intense competition across multiple classes before a late race stoppage curtailed the final hour of the event. Despite the premature finish shifting focus away from the overall sporting classification, the M3M Endurance Academy drew significant attention by capturing the Club Sport category victory. The winning lineup featured a quartet of young drivers, anchored by Genten’s standout performance in qualifying.
Team Management Praises Brilliant Performance
“They dürfen nach dieser brillanten Vorstellung auf dem obersten Treppchen des Podiums stehen,” team management stated regarding the victory, praising the collective effort of the squad. According to team leadership, the triumph underscored the preparation and execution of the entire crew throughout the grueling endurance test.
Red Flag Shuts Down Final Tactical Battles
The decision to halt the race in its final hour altered the standard progression of the endurance classic, limiting the final tactical battles on the tarmac.
Consistent Laps Cement Class Win at Zolder
For Genten and his M3M Endurance Academy teammates, the earlier pace set during qualifying and the consistent laps driven prior to the stoppage cemented their class win. The team’s BMW M2 Racing handled the demanding Zolder circuit reliably, allowing the young roster to secure the Club Sport top step in their debut appearance together.