2020 ELMS champion Filipe Albuquerque will return to the series at Aragon, filling in for Nelson Piquet Jnr in the #21 United Autosports Pro/Am crew for a one-off.
“I’m really excited about this surprise opportunity to get back to the ELMS” says Albuquerque, “it makes sense. I’m available, it’s good racing, with a good team and good teammates!”
Nelson Piquet Jr is unable to make the race in Spain due to a clashing commitment in the Stock Car Pro Series. Albuquerque will therefore join Daniel Schneider and Andy Meyrick for the into-the-night race.
The trio will be looking to build on positive momentum after the #21 ORECA posted a top-five finish in the competitive Pro/Am category at the second round of the season, the 4 Hours of Le Castellet.
“It’s great to have Filipe back in the ELMS paddock” says Max Gregory, United Autosports MD. “He’s such an experienced driver, we’ve worked together for years and celebrated great success along the way.
“I’m confident we’ll have a good weekend with Filipe, Daniel and Andy in our pursuit for the Pro/Am podium.”
And while Aragon hasn’t appeared on the ELMS calendar before, Albuquerque is familiar with the track, which is regularly used for testing.
“Aragon is a place I know very well” he explains “so I hope I can contribute with some knowledge, helping my teammate Daniel [Schneider] to learn. I’m looking forward to it.”
