48 Entries Confirmed for 2025/26 Asian Le Mans Series
- Brianna Gunawan
- 13 hours ago
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The Asian Le Mans Series (ALMS) is no stranger to rapid evolution, but its 2025/26 entry list marks a milestone even by its own ambitious standards. With 48 full-season entries confirmed across LMP2, LMP3, and GT3, the championship is preparing to launch into its largest season to date when the lights go out in Sepang this December.
Beyond the headline number, however, lies a deeper story: the shifting balance of classes, the arrival of powerhouse teams, and the debut of machinery that could reshape the landscape of endurance racing in Asia. For series organizers, the demand has been almost overwhelming.
According to Frederic Lequien, ALMEM and LMEM CEO, the championship received more applications than it could accommodate, forcing the selection panel to leave some strong entries on the sidelines. While that decision may sting for the teams left out, it is a telling sign of the series’ growing prestige. ALMS is no longer merely a winter racing option; it has become a proving ground with real global significance.
LMP2 – Expansion and Champions Return
The growth of LMP2 has been the most striking. The field swells from ten cars last season to sixteen this year, with champions past and present sharing the stage. Algarve Pro Racing, last year’s title winners, return with a two-car assault and additional support for CrowdStrike Racing by APR. They will be joined by proven contenders Nielsen Racing, DKR Engineering, and United Autosports, alongside the return of ARC Bratislava and the intriguing addition of Cetilar Racing, who step into the Oreca chassis for the first time.
The arrival of Ponos Racing adds a distinctly Japanese flavor to the grid, with drivers Kei Cozzolino, Marino Sato, and Bronze-rated Yorikatsu Tsujiko set to carry national pride. Meanwhile, Proton Competition’s entry of Horst and Horst Felix Felbermayr — father and son — provides the kind of human story endurance racing thrives on. Throw in Inter Europol Competition, fresh off their LMP2 triumph at Le Mans, and the battle for class honors promises to be as cutthroat as anything seen in the World Endurance Championship.
LMP2’s expansion is significant not just numerically but symbolically. It reflects the class’ status as the bridge between domestic competition and the global stage. With automatic invitations to Le Mans on the line, the stakes in ALMS have never been higher.
LMP3 – New Generation Arrives
While LMP2 grabs the headlines, the undercard in LMP3 should not be overlooked. Ten cars will contest the category, up from just six last year, and for the first time they will feature the latest-generation machines. Nine Toyota-powered Ligier JS P325s will be joined by a lone Duqueine D09, entered by R-ace GP.
Defending champions Bretton Racing return to protect their crown, while former title winners CLX Motorsport (Cool Racing) will look to reclaim their place at the front. French outfit 23Events and Forestier Racing by VPS will make their series debuts, adding fresh competition to a field that is already dense with ambition.
The importance of LMP3 cannot be overstated. It remains the entry point for teams and drivers looking to test themselves against the rhythm of multi-class endurance racing. With new machinery on track, the class represents ALMS’ commitment to keeping its technical standards aligned with global developments. In effect, LMP3 is the nursery where tomorrow’s LMP2 and GT stars will be forged.
GT3 – Star-Studded 22-Car Field
If LMP2 brings prestige, GT3 provides the backbone. With 22 entries, it is once again the largest category in the championship, and in 2025 it delivers more than just quantity. This year’s GT3 grid is headlined by two major stories that underline how far the series has come.
Belgian powerhouse Team WRT, a multiple-time GT World Challenge Europe champion, will make its Asian Le Mans debut with the BMW M4 GT3. Known for their meticulous execution and relentless pursuit of victory, WRT rarely steps into a new series without clear ambition. Their arrival highlights just how much international credibility ALMS has gained in recent years.
At the same time, Johor Motorsports Racing (JMR) is set to return to the paddock with the brand-new Corvette Z06 GT3.R, marking the car’s first appearance in the series. The introduction of Corvette brings a fresh dimension to the grid, breaking up the long-standing dominance of German manufacturers and offering a new focal point for fans and rivals alike. For GM, it’s a strategic move to showcase their customer racing platform on a truly international stage.
The Corvette story does not stop there. TF Sport, a veteran of international GT racing, will also campaign a pair of Z06 GT3.Rs, giving the car even greater visibility in its debut Asian Le Mans campaign. Having previously run machinery from both Aston Martin and Porsche at the highest levels, TF Sport’s decision to align with Corvette underlines the car’s competitive potential and adds further depth to a GT3 field brimming with intrigue.
Together, these additions turn GT3 into one of the most intriguing battlegrounds in global endurance racing outside of Europe. The mix of established giants and bold new entrants ensures that ALMS’ biggest class won’t just be about filling numbers — it will be about writing new chapters in GT3’s ever-expanding story.
A Championship at the Crossroads
The 2025/26 Asian Le Mans Series is not just bigger; it is sharper, more diverse, and more relevant than ever. Each class tells its own story — LMP2 as the high-stakes proving ground, LMP3 as the nursery for future talent, and GT3 as the commercial and competitive heart of the grid.
Most importantly, ALMS has cemented itself as more than just a regional championship. It has become a key pillar in endurance racing’s global ladder, a gateway to Le Mans that attracts top-level teams and drivers who could compete anywhere but choose to race here. That choice speaks volumes.
With 48 cars set to take the start in Sepang this December, the 2025/26 Asian Le Mans Series is already shaping up to be the most competitive and diverse season in its history.
