Robert de Haan Crowned 2025 Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland Champion in Dramatic Finale

Robert de Haan has secured the 2025 Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland title after a thrilling final race. The Dutchman clinched the championship in a chaotic final lap showdown, overcoming strong challenges from his rivals to claim his maiden title in the series. This victory marks a significant achievement for de Haan, who also competed in the international Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup.

Key Takeaways

• Robert de Haan secured the 2025 Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland championship.

• The title was decided in a dramatic final lap incident involving de Haan, Ghiretti, and Schuring.

• Alessandro Ghiretti finished as runner-up in the championship.

• Sacha Norden claimed the rookie championship.

• Schumacher CLRT won the team championship.

A Tense Championship Decider

The final race of the 2025 Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland season was held on a slightly damp track, adding an extra layer of pressure for the title contenders. Series leader Robert de Haan started directly behind front-row qualifier Alessandro Ghiretti. De Haan executed a perfect start, gaining two positions, while Ghiretti faltered on the first corner. Ghiretti was later instructed by race control to cede second place back to de Haan after an excursion beyond track limits.

Pole-sitter Flynt Schuring, a young talent from the Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland Talent Pool, quickly established a significant lead. The chasing pack, including Ghiretti in third, maintained a respectful distance behind de Haan. The race remained relatively calm until the final lap when teammates Schuring and Ghiretti attempted a tactical maneuver. The leader slowed dramatically, allowing the pursuers to close in. In a braking zone, Schuring and Ghiretti made contact with de Haan, resulting in Schuring spinning and Ghiretti losing momentum. De Haan navigated the chaos to emerge victorious, crossing the finish line ahead of Ghiretti.

Redemption and Recognition

This championship win serves as redemption for Robert de Haan, who narrowly missed out on the title in the Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup to Alessandro Ghiretti. "My start went perfectly. After that, it was basically settled. I’m not exactly sure what Flynt and Alessandro were trying at the end. In any case, it didn’t work," de Haan commented dryly.

The stewards reviewed the intense three-way battle but found no reason to alter the race results. Ariel Levi secured third place, followed by Alexander Tauscher, Keagan Masters, and Porsche Junior Theo Oeverhaus.

In the ProAm category, Ahmad Alshehab took the victory, with Michael Essmann and Sören Spreng completing the podium. Michael Schrey had already secured the ProAm title prior to this race.

Rookie and Team Successes

Sacha Norden reinforced his dominance in the rookie standings with his ninth class win of the season, solidifying his position as the confirmed rookie champion. "It’s been a really cool year," said the 24-year-old Dutchman. Matheus Ferreira and Nick Ho finished second and third in the rookie class, respectively.

The team championship was clinched by France's Schumacher CLRT, ahead of Proton Huber Competition and GP Elite.

Looking Ahead to 2026

Thomas Illner, Chief Operating Officer of Porsche Deutschland, praised the exciting finale, stating, "This is the kind motorsport we’ve come to expect from the Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland: excitement until the very last second." Thorsten Rückert, Project Manager for the series, congratulated the champions and expressed anticipation for the 2026 season, which will feature the new Porsche 911 Cup. The 2026 season will commence in Imola, Italy, as part of the FIA World Endurance Championship support program, with a calendar that includes races alongside DTM, the International GT Open, and a return to Formula 1 circuits like Spa-Francorchamps.

2025 Champions:

• Driver: Robert de Haan (NLD), Proton Huber Competition

• Team: Schumacher CLRT (FRA)

• ProAm: Michael Schrey (DEU), Bonk Motorsport

• Rookie: Sacha Norden (NLD), Proton Huber Competition

Final Race 16 Results:

1. Robert de Haan (NLD/Proton Huber Competition)

2. Alessandro Ghiretti (FRA/Schumacher CLRT)

3. Ariel Levi (ISR/Team GP Elite)

Final Standings (Top 3):

1. Robert de Haan (NLD/Proton Huber Competition) - 269 points

2. Alessandro Ghiretti (FRA/Schumacher CLRT) - 262 points

3. Huub van Eijndhoven (NLD/Team GP Elite) - 185 points