
VDS Panis Racing Wins at Spa-Francorchamps
On Sunday, August 24, 2025, the French team VDS Panis Racing, historically supported by ELF, claimed victory at the 4 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps, part of the European Le Mans Series. Drivers Oliver Gray, Esteban Masson, and Charles Milesi delivered a commanding performance, finishing over 24 seconds ahead of their closest rivals and strengthening their lead in the championship.
Founded by former Formula 1 driver Olivier Panis and racing enthusiast Marc van der Straten, VDS Panis Racing represents a fusion of technical excellence and racing passion. This second consecutive win, following their success at Imola, confirms the team’s growing dominance in the LMP2 category.
A triumph that reflects the shared values of innovation, commitment, and performance between VDS Panis Racing and ELF.