GP59 RACING
GP59 is a proud sponsor of reigning champion, Josh Stanton, and his contention of the Porsche Carrera Cup Great Britain.
Josh’s racing career began where most do, in kart championships touring the UK. Making his mark in the Rissington and Midlands Karting Championship he soon represented his university, Nottingham, in the British Universities Karting Championship.
Following a promising performance in 2018, Josh made his car racing debut in the JCW MINI Challenge. The following season, he continued to impress in this highly competitive field, making a remarkable leap to secure the 15th position out of a 32-strong grid and ranking 5th in the graduate class. His team also claimed the 2020 JCW MINI Challenge Teams’ Championship title.
Josh continued to demonstrate his talent, and in 2021, he ventured into the prestigious Porsche Carrera Cup GB. He achieved an impressive record, with 4 class victories, 14 podium finishes, and 4 fastest laps, ultimately earning the title of Porsche Carrera Cup AM Vice-Champion of 2021.
With determination to prove his skills, Josh secured his 2022 seat in Porsche Carrera Cup’s AM classification. He achieved an outstanding 12 class wins, 15 podium appearances, and the highest number of fastest laps. This ultimately earned Josh the coveted title of the 2022 Porsche Carrera Cup AM Champion
In 2023 Josh was promoted to Pro-Am and also competed in the SuperCup F1 Support Race at Silverstone this year and again in 2024.
Racing recently
The Stirling Moss Trophy
22nd October 2023 | Silverstone Circuit
Step back in time with us…
In October 2023, the GP95 Lotus XI touched down at Silverstone for the first time since September 1965, with Josh Stanton behind the wheel.
Her rich history has been proven throughout the 60s at Goodwood, Mallory Park, Silverstone, and notably, the Le Mans Classic. She has raced the Le Mans Classic several times, with 2022 being her most recent stint at the famous French event.
…Continued…
Entering the 2023 season with an impressive track record and hunger for more success, Josh debuted in the Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup alongside Formula 1 at the British Grand Prix. In 2024 he again competed in the F1 Support Race and finished a highly respectable 5th in the massive 2024 Pro-Am grid.
GP59 has proudly supported Josh throughout his career in the JCW MINI Challenge, Porsche Carrera Cup, and guest rounds including the prestigious Stirling Moss Trophy in October of 2023.
GP59 and Josh Stanton entered The Stirling Moss Trophy at the home of British motor racing, Silverstone Circuit, in our stunning Lotus XI.
the 2023 and 2024 season
Porsche Carrera Cup GB & Supercup Series supporting Formula 1
