Estre, Pilet, Bachler in HubAuto Porsche for Bathurst 12H

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Kevin Estre, Patrick Pilet and Klaus Bachler will team up in HubAuto’s Porsche 911 GT3 R for next month’s Repco Bathurst 12 Hour.

The trio of Porsche-contracted drivers, who all drove together in last year’s Motul Petit Le Mans with Pfaff Motorsports, are set to fight for overall honors in the Intercontinental GT Challenge season opener with the Taiwanese squad.

HubAuto is making its Bathurst return for the first time in four years.

“We are greatly anticipating having Klaus, Kevin and Patrick for HubAuto Racing’s return to Bathurst,” said team principal Morris Chen. “All of the drivers work well together, and it is a wonderful opportunity to have them join us.

“Our team is confident that we have the right combination of skills and experience which places us in an excellent position for success.

“This synergy, and the ongoing support from our fans and sponsors is of utmost importance. We are ready to make them all proud at Mount Panorama.”

Estre boasts the most Bathurst experience, with the Frenchman having finished third in the Pro class in 2018 as part of Craft-Bamboo Racing’s lineup.

“It’s one of the best tracks in the world and the competition this year is higher than ever,” he said. “I can’t wait to drive on the mountain and share the car with Klaus and Patrick. We finished second in the last race we did together; let’s try to improve one more step.”

Bachler added: “Bathurst is one of the best tracks in the world. This race is a big challenge with great competition. Sharing the car with Patrick and Kevin is awesome, and we are ready to fight for the victory.”

“I have a first experience at Bathurst before, and it’s an amazing track and event,” added Pilet. “It’s definitely a race I would like to add to my collection. And sharing the car with Klaus and Kevin will be again a pleasure.”

John Dagys

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