2016 ELMS Champion's reactions

Simon Dolan, Partner/Driver JOTA Sport
“I can’t believe it, we hoped we could do it but we just had to run our own race today and hope for the best regarding the title. We drove the wheels off the car, we all did. Everybody performed fantastically, we never put a foot wrong and we got the reward we deserved, especially after the last few years when we were so close to the championship. I am absolutely delighted with this victory and title success.”

Harry Tincknell
“We’ve been trying to win this race for three years, we’ve been trying to win the championship for three years and each previous year we’ve come close, I think we’ve deserved it, but it didn’t quite come our way before.

“This year we knew we just needed to be a little bit more consistent and make less mistakes. We did it in style by winning the final race and the whole team were magnificent. This is a sweet victory and such a great end to the career of this fantastic car.”

Giedo van der Garde
“I’m so pleased – before we came here I really had the full belief that we could win it and we did it. The guys did a good job, the whole team did a good job. To have my first season in the ELMS and win it straight away, I’m very pleased.”

Sam Hignett, Partner – JOTA Sport

“We have been so close over the last two seasons to winning the ELMS and now we have done it. This achievement is for every member of the team. The way we won it was perfect, leading the majority of the race and having superb pit stops throughout.

“We have had a lot of great days as a team and this one is right up there. This chassis has a remarkable history and for it to win the ELMS title in its final race is very satisfying and entirely worthy of such a wonderful car. I want to express my appreciation and thanks to all our partners, team member and fans for this title win.”