Asian Le Mans Series

15 December 2025 – For its last race weekend of 2025, R-ace GP took on a brand-new championship. It was in Sepang, Malaysia that the Vendée-based team made its debut in the Asian Le Mans Series. A weekend full of challenges, during which the team’s Duqueine #85 took part in its very first 4-hour races.

Free Practice

On Friday morning, the Duqueine D09 #85, driven by Fabien Michal, Hugo Schwarze, and Pierre-Alexandre Provost, finished 7th in Free Practice 1.

In the afternoon, the crew improved and ended 3rd in the second session.

Qualifying

On Saturday morning, bronze driver Fabien Michal qualified the #85 in 5th position for both races.

Race 1

The first race started in the early afternoon. While moving up through the field, the #85 was hit by a competitor in the first lap. With significant rear-end damages, the car was forced into the pits for about twenty minutes to carry out the necessary repairs.

The #85 returned to the track but found itself at the back of the field despite the mechanics’ quick work. Later, another incident forced a second pit stop for further repairs.

The car crossed the finish line in 8th place.

Race 2

Sunday afternoon’s second race got off to a smooth start. The #85 showed strong pace and, after one hour, was running in the top 3.

Changing track conditions kept the team on their toes. Switching between dry and wet conditions led to multiple pit stops, dropping the #85 down the order.

In a dramatic final stint under heavy rain, Hugo Schwarze pushed the car back up to 6th place.

Weekend Recap

Although the results were not what the team had hoped for, every race was a learning opportunity. The team is still adapting to the intense, technical, and demanding 4-hour format.

Nonetheless, the Michal–Schwarze–Provost crew showed great potential over the weekend. Next goal: work hard to perform even better in the upcoming rounds.

See you on January 31, 2026, for the second round of the championship in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

To rewatch this weekend’s races, go to Asian Le Mans Series’ Youtube channel.

To follow our performances throughout the season, check out our Facebook and Instagram pages!

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27 November 2025 – The racing season is far from over for R-ace GP! After securing three titles this year, the Vendée-based team is taking on a new challenge by entering the Asian Le Mans Series (ALMS) with a Duqueine D09. Behind the wheel: a seasoned trio of drivers who have already proven their abilities on track.

R-ace GP is taking a major new step forward in its endurance programme with its participation in the Asian Le Mans Series (ALMS). On the agenda: six races across Asia and the Middle East from December 2025 to February 2026.

Schwarze, Michal and Provost to drive the Duqueine D09 #85

For its ALMS debut, R-ace GP will field a trio of drivers already well-established in endurance racing. They will compete in Rounds 1 and 3 of the championship*:

Hugo Schwarze – Reigning Michelin Le Mans Cup Champion (with R-ace GP).

Fabien Michal – 2024 Michelin Le Mans Cup Runner-Up (with R-ace GP).

Pierre-Alexandre Provost – Multiple podium finisher this season in the Michelin Le Mans Cup.

A new challenge on the international endurance stage

The goal is clear: continue building momentum, make the most of the experience gained this year, and approach the Asian Le Mans Series with ambition and determination. The circuits of Sepang, Dubai and Abu Dhabi will provide the perfect stage to showcase the full potential of the Duqueine D09 #85 and our driver line-up.

See you on 13 December in Sepang, Malaysia, for the first two races of the season!