MOTORSPORT – Bahraini-British GT team 2 Seas Motorsport have had their most remarkable season in their history, 2 Seas co-owner Shaikh Isa bin Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa affirms.
Shaikh Isa said that the 2025 campaign was defined by the team’s collective effort, technical discipline, and professionalism from both the crew and drivers, and these were the foundation of 2 Seas’ exceptional achievements.
Shaikh Isa highlighted that the team are proud of what they have accomplished across five international championships, securing four major titles and delivering strong performances on all platforms.
He added that this success in achieving top positions in the most challenging championships – against fierce competition from some of the most prominent teams in the world of motorsport – and representing Bahrain reflects the vision of His Majesty King Hamad.
He also highlighted the support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and the guidance of His Majesty’s personal representative Shaikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa.
Shaikh Isa noted that this integrated vision has led the team to their current success, adding that 2 Seas will continue their journey towards podium finishes and top results, enhancing Bahrain’s strong reputation in international motorsport at the world’s most renowned circuits.
Shaikh Isa added that 2 Seas continue to invest in emerging talent and international expertise, and they look forward to writing new chapters of success in 2026 and beyond.
2 Seas delivered an historic season in 2025, securing four major titles under two different brands, in addition to winning in their debut appearance in the Asian Le Mans Series (ALMS) and earning another podium in the International GT Open.
With a total of eight wins and ten podiums across five championships, the Bahraini team cemented its status amongst the elite GT teams in the world.
The team began their season in the ALMS with drivers Anthony McIntosh, Parker Thompson, and Ben Barnicoat.
After a promising opening round in Malaysia, the team secured their first win in the Four Hours of Dubai, in addition to a key top-six finish before concluding the campaign in Abu Dhabi.
The team then fielded two full-season entries in the British GT Championship, including Maximilian Goetz and Kevin Tse in their #18 Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evo, and Kiern Jewiss and Charles Dawson in the #42 contender.
From the opening round at Donington Park, Jewiss and Dawson signalled their determination to secure their first win, and they maintained their lead in the championship standings for most of the season.
Goetz and Tse also achieved several important podiums before regaining momentum at Oulton Park with back-to-back victories.
Despite a major incident at Spa-Francorchamps that required preparing a replacement car in record time, the team continued collecting points before restoring their strength at Snetterton and Brands Hatch.
In the season finale, the thrilling ‘Donington Decider’, Jewiss and Dawson clinched the GT3 drivers’ championship and the Pro-Am title, while the team secured the GT3 teams’ championship for the second time in their history in the British GT.
As part of 2 Seas’ new partnership with Verstappen.com Racing, the team operated their car in the Gold Cup category of the 2025 GT World Challenge Europe Endurance Cup, with drivers Harry King, Chris Lulham, and Thierry Vermeulen.
The trio scored podium finishes in all five rounds, including a win in class and a top-10 overall finish in the Spa 24 Hours.
The team then secured the title in the final round in Barcelona, Spain.
2 Seas also competed in three Bronze Cup rounds in the series, most notably in the Spa 24 Hours with Thompson, Dawson, Jewiss, and Lewis Williamson, finishing seventh.
The team also captured a class win at the Nurburgring round with Dawson, Barnicoat, and Thomas Lebbon, before making their final appearance of the season in Barcelona.
Dawson continued to build his international experience by participating in the International GT Open alongside McKenzy Cresswell, with the pair securing a podium.
With the substantial support 2 Seas receive and their ongoing ambitions, the team is preparing to enter the 2026 season with significant momentum, a clear strategy, and a strong drive to enhance their presence, secure victories, and raise the flag of the kingdom high.