Equipe Classic Racing has announced the acquisition of the pan-European Sports Prototype Cup and the UK-based Zeo Prototypes series, laying the foundation for an all-new multi-class racing series, “Equipe Sports Prototypes.” Backed by significant investment and a vision for growth, the newly-formed series aims to become a premier destination for prototype racing.
Under this new banner, Equipe Sports Prototypes will merge the existing Sports Prototype Cup and Zeo Prototypes into a single, high-profile grid, bringing together lightweight sports prototypes from a variety of marques. The series will offer a multi-marque racing environment designed to attract diverse competitors and manufacturers, with Equipe Classic Racing pledging strong support for drivers and teams through premium services and top-tier circuits.
Successful F1 Foundations, a Bright Future
The Sports Prototype Cup, founded in 2019, has already made waves in the motorsport world, with classes for Revolution and Radical models, along with an open class that has featured entries from Praga, Norma, and Ligier. Notably, it earned a prestigious spot as a Formula 1 support race at the 2020 Portuguese and 2021 Italian Grands Prix, boosting its reputation under the guidance of Series Director James Bailey and the PitBox91 PR agency.
Meanwhile, the Zeo Prototypes series, established in 2021 and led by Grace Williams, has quickly risen to prominence as a premier British series, featuring some of the country’s fastest sports racing cars with the backing of Zeo Intelligent Energy.
Equipe’s Vision for Growth
The acquisition signifies Equipe Classic Racing’s entry into contemporary motorsport, building on its experience in historic racing. Equipe Partner Rob Cull explained the strategy behind the acquisition: “The acquisition of these two important series and combining them with our own ambitious plans for a new prototype series provides a stable long-term environment for existing prototype racers and for drivers and teams planning to invest in cars from the marques that will be eligible to race with us. Equipe Classic Racing is run by drivers for drivers, and this fits our strategy to grow in the contemporary racing market, building on our successful historic racing events creating a community of drivers, a premium club feel and camaraderie in the paddock are a high priority. Our 2025 calendar will feature the UK’s best circuits, including Silverstone Grand Prix, before expanding our reach into international events.”
James Bailey, the current promoter of the Sports Prototype Cup, expressed optimism about the future of the series under Equipe’s guidance: “As the Cup enters its seventh year, we wanted to ensure that our loyal drivers, teams and manufacturers had a strong, stable and forward-looking owner to take it to a new level. From the very first discussions with Equipe Classic Racing, it was clear that they had the infrastructure, investment plans and vision to create a brilliant new future for prototype racing. Ensuring that our customers, including our loyal manufacturer partners, have great events at the best circuits was a priority in this agreement. I'm excited about the Cup’s future with a new owner.”
2025 Calendar Highlights
The Equipe Sports Prototypes 2025 season promises an exciting lineup of races across the UK’s premier circuits. The confirmed dates are as follows:
March 29/30 - Brands Hatch Indy
May 17/18 - Silverstone National
June 7/8 - Silverstone Grand Prix
July 5/6 - Donington Park
August 2 - Oulton Park
September 6/7 - Snetterton
With Equipe Classic Racing’s dedicated resources, robust infrastructure, and driver-focused approach, the Equipe Sports Prototypes series is set to redefine multi-class prototype racing, attracting top talent and offering fans a thrilling season of high-speed competition.
PitBox91 Communications to become Series Sponsor of Equipe Classic Racing
PitBox91 is an automotive communications specialist agency, providing PR, social media and event management consultancy across Europe. With a diverse team of talented professionals, the agency provides B2B and B2C marketing and communications services to a range of automotive industry brands. “We are looking forward to working closely with the Equipe team. The premium and convivial Equipe Classic Racing paddock provides a superb environment to network and entertain clients. We look forward to being an integral part of this growing racing club.” added Bailey.
Arrive & Drive
Revolution Race Cars plans to offer "arrive & drive" packages through its Certified Race Teams in the Equipe Sports Prototypes series and the Dutch Supercar Challenge, with details to be announced soon.
The Equipe Sports Prototypes series provides Revolution customers with UK-based sprint races, while the Dutch Supercar Challenge offers premium European circuits featuring endurance races of 60 and 120 minutes.
If you are interested to find out more about the arrive and drive opportunities, then email : nigel@revolutionracecars.com
