GT World Challenge Europe Endurance Bronze Cup 2026 Driver Announcement
Oman Racing by Century Motorsport is excited to confirm a powerhouse driver lineup for the 2026 GT World Challenge Europe Endurance Bronze Cup, featuring endurance ace Ahmad Al Harthy, double GTWC titleholder Calan Williams and versatile young racer Javier Sagrera. The squad will announce its fourth driver for the iconic CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa endurance race in due course, completing a formidable roster for the season ahead. Further details, new livery will be unveiled in due course.
Ahmad Al Harthy – Oman’s Endurance Racing Pioneer with Global Credentials
The signing of Ahmad Al Harthy brings extensive endurance racing experience and a strong motorsport background to the programme, highlighting his status as one of the Middle East’s top drivers. Hailing from Muscat, he has competed in some of the world’s most prestigious GT and endurance series, including multiple stints in the FIA World Endurance Championship LMGT3 class and remarkable performances in the European Le Mans Series and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. In 2023, he made history by finishing runner up in the LMGTE Am category at the Centenary Le Mans, becoming the first Omani to reach the podium.
Since joining BMW M Motorsport for a dual programme in WEC and GT World Challenge Europe, Al Harthy has consistently demonstrated strong pace, earning podiums and solid qualifying results in the BMW M4 GT3 alongside world class teammates Valentino Rossi and Kelvin van der Linde. Off the track, he serves as a BMW brand ambassador and was recognised as the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship Sports Racer of the Year, reflecting both his on-track success and his wider influence in promoting motorsport across the region.
Calan Williams – Two Time GT World Challenge Sprint Cup Champion
Following a successful transition from single seaters to GT and endurance racing, Australian racer Calan Williams has established himself as a versatile international talent. After rising through karting in Western Australia, he quickly made a mark in Junior Formula racing, winning the Australian Formula 3 Premier Series title in 2017 before moving to Europe to pursue his professional career. In Europe, he competed in the FIA Formula 3 and Formula 2 Championships, racing against future F1 drivers like Liam Lawson, Logan Sargeant, and Jack Doohan, further proving his ability to compete with the world’s top young talents.
In recent seasons, Williams has focused on GT and endurance racing, achieving significant success in the GT World Challenge Europe. In 2023, he scored his first Gold Cup race win at Brands Hatch and went on to claim the Sprint Cup – Gold Cup championship after a strong final round performance at Zandvoort. The following year, he dominated the 2024 Silver Cup with three class wins, including a double victory at Misano, ultimately securing the Sprint Cup – Silver Cup title with a season clinching performance in Barcelona. Demonstrating both speed and consistency in longer format races, Williams is now aiming for a third championship in 2026, stepping into the Bronze Cup to continue his string of strong performances.
Williams’ seamless transition from single seaters to GT and endurance racing highlights his adaptability and consistency. With multiple class wins and back to back championship titles, he continues to be one of the rising stars to watch as he targets a third triumph this season.
Javier Sagrera – A New Generation Racer Making Waves
Alongside established names in junior single seaters, Spanish driver Javier Sagrera is emerging as one of Europe’s most promising young talents. At just 20 years old, he has built an impressive résumé across multiple formula categories, showcasing both speed and race craft. He began his single seater career in Spanish F4, quickly establishing himself as a regular podium contender. He made his GB3 debut in 2021 with strong performances, including a podium in his maiden weekend at Brands Hatch, and consistently challenged for top 10 finishes in the championship over subsequent seasons.
In 2023, Sagrera advanced to Eurocup 3, claiming his maiden victory at Spa Francorchamps and adding further podiums at the Red Bull Ring and Portimão. This season, he has stepped up to compete in the remainder of the Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine, demonstrating his ability to adapt to higher levels of racing. Alongside his on track results, Sagrera is recognised for his strong technical feedback and consistency, qualities that have helped him progress steadily through Europe’s formula series.
Oman Racing by Century Motorsport is gearing up for an exciting 2026 Bronze Cup campaign. Fresh off last year’s Silver Cup triumph, the team is ready to tackle one of the most competitive Bronze Cup grids, combining experience, speed, and teamwork. With a strong driver lineup and proven race craft, they aim to challenge for the title and continue their streak of consistent performances throughout the season.
Official Statement
“I am absolutely delighted to be returning to the GT World Challenge Europe Endurance Cup with Oman Racing by Century Motorsport.It’s a championship that has played a significant role in my career over many years, and I’m very excited to be sharing the car this season with Javier and Calan. This will also mark my first opportunity to work with Century Motorsport, a team I have followed closely and respected for a long time. Together, we are fully focused on pushing hard and delivering our very best in what promises to be an incredibly competitive and exciting season ahead.” – Ahmad Al Harthy
“I’m really excited to be starting the next chapter of my career with Oman Racing by Century Motorsport alongside Ahmad and Javier. It’s a privilege to be able to compete with a team and teammates who have proven that they are here to win, and we have set the highest of ambitions for the season ahead. GT World Challenge has set the scene for some of my finest moments in the sport, having claimed the Silver Cup and Gold Cup in my two years within the series. Let’s hope we can complete the hat-trick this year in the Bronze Cup! Getting back behind the wheel of a BMW M4 GT3 car was my clear aim for 2026, having enjoyed two successful years in the car so far – so being in a BMW with Oman Racing by Century Motorsport with Ahmad and Javier as my teammates is the perfect platform this season. In a championship as competitive and high-level as GTWCE, there’s a lot of effort and teamwork that needs to go into achieving those goals and ensuring that we nail every step on the way to achieving them. I do not doubt that by working with the team and my teammates, we will be able to execute exactly what we need to out on track to make it possible” – Calan Williams
“I’m really excited to be joining the team for this season and to start this new chapter together. From the first conversations, I felt a strong motivation and professionalism within the group, and I’m looking forward to working closely with everyone both on and off track. For me, this season is about continuous development, pushing myself as a driver, and building strong teamwork with my teammates and engineers to achieve the best possible results. Every race weekend is an opportunity to learn, improve, and take another step forward in my journey as a professional racing driver. My goal is to keep progressing at the highest level of GT racing, contribute positively to the team, and fight consistently at the front throughout the season. I’m grateful for the opportunity and can’t wait to get started.” – Javier Sagrera
“It’s great to be returning to the GT World Challenge Endurance Championship after such a successful year in 2025, winning the Silver Cup Teams and Drivers Championship. This year looks incredibly exciting as we begin working with our new partners, Oman Racing, with a brand new, very strong driver lineup. We believe we have everything in place to challenge for the 2026 Bronze Cup Championship title. It’s great to have a calibre of drivers like Ahmad, proven GT winner across global world championships; Javier, who’s proven himself in single seaters and is sure to be a very quick GT driver; and also Calan, who’s also won the GT World Challenge Championship twice. Our focus this year is fighting for the Bronze Cup Championship. I think with our line up, our crew, and our dedication to details, with the support of BMW, we’ve got a great opportunity to fight for this championship. We are all really looking forward to it, and we are relishing the challenge. We can’t wait to get back to the season opener at Paul Ricard.” – Nathan Freke, Team Principal