Ben Dörr’s second DTM victory at the Sachsenring has sharpened the focus on where the McLaren 720S GT3 Evo squad will head in 2027.
Funding and Continuation
Rainer Dörr, the German team owner, has confirmed that the group is actively assembling the 2027 package and intends to remain in the DTM for the full three‑year programme. While the budget for the next season is still in negotiation, he indicates that “good talks” are underway with potential sponsors, suggesting that the core of the operation will stay solid.
Ben Dörr’s Upswing
Ben Dörr, 21, amassed 123 points this season, a significant jump from the 47 points scored in 2025. His recent win underscores the upward trend the team notes, and Rainer stresses that “the performance is there.” The 2027 outlook is seen as a continuation of this momentum, especially as Ben targets a factory drive with McLaren.
Timo Glock’s Position
Glock, who has only been able to add eight points to his tally from the previous year, will see his contract expire at season’s end. Engineers note that the technical issues GELCK’s car suffered during 2026, coupled with a strained relationship, make a contract extension unlikely. Glock, however, stated openly on the Starting Grid podcast that he “is open to everything” should new opportunities arise.
McLaren Loyalty
Despite having run a McLaren6 720S GT3 Evo for three years, the team’s composition remains unchanged. Rainer emphasized that “we will never be the fastest in the pit stop with the car” but that the platform delivers the required performance and has proven valuable. Should a manufacturer switch be laid out, he says, “it will continue with McLaren.”
Performance Outlook
Last season the squad managed a podium, a victory, and far more points than 2025, a leap echoed by the team’s belief that the contract and development process have been “mega now.” Glock’s participation in the 24‑hour Nürburgring race, alongside Scheider, Dörr and Marvin Kirchhöfer, demonstrates the season’s breadth, with the event drawing on a livery inspired by Michael Schumacher’s 1994 Formula 1 car. The 2026–2027 prospects, therefore, hinge on financial backing and the dedication of the current lineup.
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