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Nicki Thiim secures first DTM win for Aston Martin at Norisring

Racer • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 2:29 PM

Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Nicki Thiim secures first DTM win for Aston Martin at Norisring
Summary

Nicki Thiim claimed victory at the Norisring on July 4, giving Aston Martin its first-ever win in DTM history. The race followed a serious crash involving Kelvin van der Linde and Maximilian Paul, resulting in a lengthy interruption. Thiim started from pole position and managed to maintain his lead despite late pressure from Maro Engel, who finished second. Arjun Maini took third place, while the race was marred by incidents that impacted several drivers, including local favorite Marco Wittmann, who retired early. Both drivers involved in the crash were later reported to be responsive but taken to the hospital for further examination.

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By the Numbers
  • •Thiim won the race ahead of Maro Engel and Arjun Maini.
  • •A serious crash caused a lengthy pause in the race.
  • •Engel extended his overall standings lead with his second-place finish.
  • •Thiim expressed excitement about his historic win and preparation for the next race.
  • •Wittmann retired early after sustaining a puncture.
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  • 6:49 PMRacer — Thiim claims first DTM win for Aston Martin
  • 3:59 PMAutosport — DTM Norisring: Thiim takes Aston Martin's maiden win after horror crash
  • 2:29 PMMotorsport.com — DTM Norisring: Thiim celebrates first Aston Martin win after horror crash
  • 2:29 PMYahoo Sports — DTM Norisring: Thiim celebrates first Aston Martin win after horror crash
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Nicki Thiim took Aston Martin's first victory in the DTM at the Norisring, triumphing from pole position in a red-flagged race. The lengthy interruption was caused by a hefty accident involving Kelvin van der Linde and Maximilian Paul. Paul lost control of his Grasser-entered Lamborghini under braking ahead of the Grundig hairpin and slammed into the guardrail before sliding across the track ...Keep reading

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Nicki Thiim makes DTM history: The Dane wins the first race at the Norisring, giving Aston Martin its first-ever victory in DTM history. The Comtoyou driver had previously secured pole position and left nothing to chance on his way to victory, which was overshadowed by a horror crash. "Beautiful, well, I'm still a bit speechless," says Thiim, who is celebrating his second victory at the ...Keep reading

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Nicki Thiim takes the first DTM victory for Aston Martin at the Norisring, ahead of Maro Engel and Arjun Maini - Serious accident causes long interruption of the race

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