17th June 2003

GTS SUCCESS SINKS IN FOR VELOQX PRODRIVE

Frederic Dor, Team Owner

“This is the high point of a three-year project, a win at Le Mans, and I thank all the drivers [Burt, Davidson, Davies, Enge, Kox, Turner] and the team members – each of them played their own part in this success. On a personal note, it was my childhood dream to one day drive at Le Mans and to do this in the same year as seeing one of my cars winning in GTS, beating a big factory team, is truly fantastic.”

Sam Li, Veloqx Motorsport

“I’m absolutely delighted! From Veloqx’s perspective, our joint venture agreement paid dividends. We came to Le Mans with the foundations in place for nothing less than victory. The combination of talent and experience in Veloqx Prodrive Racing was self-evident and all parties demonstrated their commitment to the project from day one. We had six of the most talented drivers in our cars and to see Jamie, Tomas and Peter on the top step of the podium on Sunday was an emotional moment. I must also congratulate the team who worked tirelessly over the weekend. They all have my sincere admiration and gratitude for playing their part in this magnificent achievement.”

George Howard-Chappell, Team Principal, Veloqx Prodrive Racing

“We said last year that we felt we’d left Le Mans with the job only half done, and I am so delighted that we’ve finished it off this year. It was a really great achievement and I want to thank each and every Veloqx Prodrive team member for all the hard work, dedication and commitment they showed not only this week but also in the preparation stages. Everyone performed magnificently and this undoubtedly contributed to our success.

I’m also really pleased that Anthony is okay and has suffered no adverse effects after the accident. Seeing him lying down near the car was a very worrying moment for us all.”