At the 54th ADAC Ravenol Nürburgring 24 Hours held last weekend, the Aston Martin Vantage GT3 secured third place overall, setting a new best-ever result for the British ultra-luxury performance brand in the event. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Vantage’s participation in the Nürburgring 24 Hours, making this podium finish a fitting tribute to the model’s racing legacy.

The entry was fielded by Walkenhorst Motorsport, with factory drivers Mattia Drudi (Italy), Christian Krognes (Norway) and Nicki Thiim (Denmark) sharing driving duties. The Nürburgring Nordschleife, a 25.4km circuit nicknamed the "Green Hell", is widely regarded as the world’s toughest endurance track. The trio’s exceptional skill and the Vantage’s unwavering reliability allowed them to excel in the 24-hour extreme challenge and claim the coveted bronze medal.