Pippa Mann makes Nürburgring 24H return with Breakell Racing
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Pippa Mann is set to return to one of endurance racing’s most demanding events, as she reunites with Breakell Racing for the 2026 edition of the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring, her sixth running of the legendary endurance race.
Pippa Mann is set to return to one of endurance racing’s most demanding events, as she reunites with Breakell Racing for the 2026 edition of the ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring. The 54th running of the iconic race, scheduled for May 14-17, will be Mann’s sixth appearance at the legendary Nürburgring 24 Hours and her second outing with the British squad.
Held on the Nürburgring Nordschleife, often referred to as “The Green Hell”, the event is widely regarded as one of the toughest challenges in motorsport. The 25.378 km circuit features more than 150 corners, combining narrow sections, high-speed straights, and unpredictable Eifel weather conditions. The 2026 race has attracted significant attention, bolstered by the confirmed participation of Max Verstappen in the GT3 class, contributing to a highly competitive and fully subscribed entry list.
A veteran of both single seaters and sportscar racing, Mann will compete in the Cup 3 class behind the wheel of the #967 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4, running on Michelin tyres. The category is known for its tightly controlled regulations and intense competition, making it one of the most closely fought classes on the grid. The operation is backed by a group of returning partners including Bell Techlogix, Soft Kill, Koicar Racing, Cotton Sox and Drive Toward A Cure.
The British driver returns with unfinished business after a promising 2025 edition. Mann and her teammates had run in podium contention for much of the race before an incident on Sunday morning ended their challenge just hours from the finish. That experience has only strengthened the team’s determination heading into this year’s edition, with a clear focus on converting pace into a result.
“I’m so grateful to have the opportunity to return to Breakell Racing for my second 24-hour race at the Ring with their Cayman GT4,” Mann said. “The challenge of this race—and this race track—has quickly made it my favorite event of the year. After a strong run in the first half of the race last year, we’re coming back with the goal of putting this team on the podium.”
Mann and Breakell Racing will aim to contend at the front of the Cup 3 field in what promises to be another fiercely competitive edition of the Nürburgring 24 Hours.
