Colin Turkington | 4 Time BTCC Champion |
27.04.26

TURKINGTON AND GRAHAM SECURE PODIUM ON DEBUT

Turkington and Graham Secure Podium on British GT Debut at Silverstone 500

27th April 2026

  • Colin Turkington and Ernie Graham delivered an outstanding performance on their British GT Championship debut, securing a podium finish in the Silverstone 500 — the flagship event of the season.
  • Contested over three hours, the race marked the first endurance outing for both drivers and the team, making their result all the more impressive against a highly competitive field.
  • A standout moment came during Turkington’s one-hour stint, where the four-time BTCC Champion showcased his class and experience. Charging through the field with confidence and precision, he surged into the lead of the Pro-Am category, underlining both his pace and racecraft in endurance conditions.
  • An unfortunate drive-through penalty for Graham later in the race dropped the pairing down the order, adding further challenge to an already demanding contest. However, in a race shaped by multiple penalties, safety cars, and full course yellows, the duo remained composed and resilient.
  • Despite the setbacks, Turkington and Graham fought back strongly to secure a podium finish on debut — a significant achievement given the circumstances and the scale of the event.

HEAR FROM COLIN

Reflecting on the race, Turkington said:

“It was a fantastic experience stepping into endurance racing for the first time. The level of competition is incredibly high, but I really enjoyed the challenge. My stint felt strong — we were able to make good progress and show real pace, which is very encouraging.

To come away with a podium in our first race together, especially at an event like the Silverstone 500, is a great result and a strong foundation for the season ahead.”

WHAT A DISPLAY

The performance highlighted not only Turkington’s seamless transition into GT and endurance racing, but also the strength of the pairing and the team’s ability to compete at a high level under pressure.

With such a strong result in one of the toughest races of the season, the foundations are firmly in place for a promising British GT campaign ahead.

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TURKINGTON AND GRAHAM SECURE PODIUM ON DEBUT

TURKINGTON AND GRAHAM SECURE PODIUM ON DEBUT

Turkington and Graham Secure Podium on British GT Debut at Silverstone 500 27th April 2026 HEAR FROM COLIN Reflecting on the race, Turkington said: “It was a fantastic experience stepping into endurance racing for the first time. The level of competition is incredibly high, but I really enjoyed the challenge. My stint felt strong — […]