The 2025 McLaren Trophy Europe season came to a close at Paul Ricard, where Thomas Holland joined forces with David Foster for a one-off pairing in the final event of the year. Despite never having driven together before, the duo delivered a highly impressive weekend, securing P3 in both Pro-Am races and finishing the season on a strong note.

Race 1 – Foster Starts Strong, Holland Brings It Home

With David Foster taking the start for Race 1, the #Paddock Motorsport car immediately established itself inside the Pro-Am front-running group. Foster drove a composed and measured opening stint, managing tyre life well and keeping the car firmly in contention.

After a clean pit stop, Thomas took over for the final phase of the race. Holland showed maturity and pace, controlling pressure from behind and managing the closing laps with confidence. The pair secured a P3 Pro-Am result, an impressive outcome for a duo driving together for the first time.

Race 2 – Holland Opens the Finale, Foster Secures the Double Podium

For the final race of the season, Thomas began behind the wheel, delivering a strong and consistent start among a tight midfield pack. His early laps demonstrated sharp racecraft and calm execution, keeping the team well within podium contention.

Foster took over for the final stint and matched the pace he showed the day before. Avoiding mistakes and maintaining pressure on the cars ahead, he guided the car to another P3 Pro-Am finish, securing a second podium of the weekend.

A Successful One-Off Collaboration to End the Season

The double podium at Paul Ricard highlighted the natural synergy between Thomas and David despite this being a single-event collaboration. Their combined consistency, pace, and approach ensured a clean and competitive conclusion to the championship.

For Thomas, the final round showcased his ability to adapt quickly to new teammates and maintain strong performance under changing conditions. Closing the season with two Pro-Am podiums leaves him with valuable momentum heading into the winter break and looking ahead to the opportunities 2026 may bring.