Matteo Cairoli claims victory at Lausitzring, leads championship standings
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 1:56 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Matteo Cairoli of Emil Frey Ferrari secured his second victory of the season during Sunday's race at Lausitzring. The intense competition included strong challenges from Comtoyou Aston Martin's Nicki Thiim, who pushed Cairoli until the final moments. This win elevates Cairoli to the top of the championship standings. With the season continuing, Cairoli will aim to defend his lead in upcoming races.
- •Matteo Cairoli wins second race of the season at Lausitzring
- •Nicki Thiim finished strong, challenging Cairoli to the end
- •Cairoli now leads the overall standings in DTM
- •Race held on June 21, amidst high temperatures
- •Upcoming races will be crucial for maintaining the championship lead
- 1:56 PMMotorsport.com — DTM Lausitzring: Ferrari driver Cairoli takes victory and championship lead
"A hot race at the Lausitzring, and not just because of the high temperatures: Emil Frey Ferrari driver Matteo Cairoli celebrates his second win of the season in Sunday’s second race and at the same time takes the lead in the overall standings. But the Italian had to worry about the victory right up to the checkered flag. Because Comtoyou Aston Martin driver Nicki Thiim, who had already ...Keep reading
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