Dan Perry and JTM Engineering brought their 2026 GT Cup campaign to a close at Snetterton with a weekend of class victories, mechanical drama and a hard-fought championship result. Despite a challenging Saturday that threatened to derail their final round, the team recovered to finish the weekend strongly, with Dan and Andrew Perry sharing the driving duties for the finale.
The result capped off Dan and JTM Engineering’s season with third place in the GTA Championship, providing a strong foundation to build on as attention turns towards 2027.
Saturday brings changing conditions and mechanical challenges
The opening day at Snetterton proved particularly demanding, with wet and dry conditions, strong winds and an unusual race featuring 11 pit stops. Adapting to the changing conditions was crucial, and Dan secured a class victory despite the unpredictable nature of the contest.
However, the team’s work was far from finished. An oil leak emerged towards the end of the race, leaving the crew with just two hours to diagnose and resolve the issue before the next session.
A further setback followed as the car suffered a driveshaft failure while making its way to the grid. With the race start approaching, the team faced a race against time to get the car back into running condition.
The repair was completed with just three laps to spare, allowing Andrew to take over behind the wheel and ensuring the team could continue its weekend. It was a significant effort from the crew, who had overcome two separate mechanical problems in a matter of hours to keep the car competitive.
Sunday delivers a strong finish
Having navigated Saturday’s problems, Dan and Andrew returned on Sunday to deliver two further class victories, completing a positive finish to the Snetterton meeting.
Andrew was also recognised as Driver of the Day, adding an individual highlight to the final round and recognising his contribution to the weekend.
The results demonstrated the importance of the work carried out both on and off the circuit. While the drivers had to adapt to the conditions and deliver on track, the team’s ability to diagnose and repair the car under considerable time pressure proved equally important.
Across the four-race weekend, Snetterton provided a fitting conclusion to a season that demanded consistency, determination and teamwork from Dan and JTM Engineering.
Third place in the GTA Championship
The Snetterton finale marked the end of Dan Perry and JTM Engineering’s 2026 GT Cup campaign, with the pair securing third place in the GTA Championship.
Finishing on the championship podium is a significant result for Dan and the team, rewarding the work invested throughout the season. The final round reinforced the importance of perseverance in GT racing, where mechanical reliability, preparation and the ability to respond to changing circumstances can be just as decisive as outright pace.
With the season now complete, the focus shifts towards reviewing the campaign and preparing for the next opportunity to compete.
Looking ahead to 2027
Before attention turns fully to the new season, the GT Cup community will come together in London for the championship’s awards ceremony in January 2027. It will provide an opportunity to reflect on the achievements of the 2026 campaign and recognise the drivers and teams who have made their mark throughout the year.
For Dan and JTM Engineering, third place in the GTA Championship gives them a strong result to take into the winter break and a platform from which to build. The lessons learned throughout the season, alongside the determination shown at Snetterton, will be valuable as plans for 2027 take shape.
The immediate priority will be to assess the season, build on the progress made and establish the next steps for the team’s GT Cup programme. With the awards ceremony marking the close of the championship’s celebrations in January, attention will then turn towards the challenges and opportunities of another season.
Snetterton provided a reminder of what the team can achieve when faced with adversity. From changing weather and an oil leak to a last-minute driveshaft repair, the finale tested the team’s resolve. The response was a strong end to the campaign, third place in the GTA Championship and a clear platform to build on heading into 2027.
