Inter Europol Competition confirms LMP2 driver lineups for 2026 ELMS

Inter Europol Competition is set to return to its well-established prototype programme in the European Le Mans Series in 2026, confirming its LMP2 driver lineups ahead of the new season. Following a campaign that delivered victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and a second-place finish in the ELMS championship in 2025, the team brings continuity, experience, and proven performance back to the grid as it targets another competitive year in European endurance racing.

Car #43 – LMP2
Nick Yelloly, Tom Dillmann, Kuba Smiechowski

Inter Europol Competition’s #43 LMP2 entry returns to the European Le Mans Series in 2026 with the same driver lineup that delivered a standout campaign last season. Nick Yelloly, Tom Dillmann, and Kuba Smiechowski reunite following a year that included victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and a second-place finish in the ELMS championship.

The trio brings strong continuity to the programme, combining proven race-winning pace with an established working relationship as the team looks to build on last season’s success.

Car #34 – LMP2
Bijoy Garg, Reshad De Gerus

Inter Europol Competition’s #34 LMP2 entry for the 2026 European Le Mans Series will feature Bijoy Garg and Reshad De Gerus, forming a strong pairing as the team continues to expand its LMP2 programme.

Garg adds the ELMS programme to his already extensive calendar with Inter Europol Competition, continuing his established career within prototype racing and further strengthening his role within the team’s international programme.

Joining him is Reshad De Gerus, who brings valuable experience in LMP2 competition. De Gerus competed in the European Le Mans Series in 2025, finishing fourth in the LMP2 standings. Across his ELMS campaigns, he has secured two pole positions at Barcelona and two podium finishes, while also competing in the 24 Hours of Le Mans on four occasions — highlighted by a third-place finish in 2024 and recognition as the winner of the Wingfoot Award.

With a combination of experience and proven pace in prototype competition, the #34 lineup strengthens Inter Europol Competition’s LMP2 effort as the team prepares for the 2026 ELMS season.

QUOTES 

Sascha Fassbender

“I’m really looking forward to the 2026 ELMS season. In car #43 we have the same lineup as last year, where we finished second in the championship and won Le Mans, so the objective is clear — to fight for the ELMS title. For car #34 we have two young drivers with Bijoy, who continues to show his strong commitment to the team through his programmes in IMSA, ALMS, ELMS and Le Mans. As a Silver driver he has great talent and will be strong for us. Reshad already has good experience for his age, having competed in several ELMS seasons and showing impressive pace, including multiple pole positions. With the two-driver lineup we will have some interesting strategic possibilities during the season, and I hope we can achieve strong results with both cars across the championship.”

Nick Yelloly 
“I’m really looking forward to being back with the same crew as last year. We had a very strong season, finishing second in the championship and of course winning Le Mans. This year we want to go one step further and fight for the ELMS title, which I feel the team has been knocking on the door of for the past few seasons. We’ll also return to Le Mans as the defending champions and aim to fight for victory again. Having worked together already, we should be able to start the season stronger and get straight back into the rhythm of things, so I’m really excited for the year ahead.”

Tom Dillmann
"The continuity is great, and I look forward to going racing with the team and my teammates. The goal is clear: make the final step and win the championship."

Kuba Smiechowski
"I am very happy that we were able to retain the lineup from last year. I think the goal for us is clear- we want to finish the year on top and take the championship trophy home, winning as many races as we can in the process."

Bijoy Garg
“I am very excited to be back in ELMS and back with Inter Europol! We already started the season strong with podiums in Daytona and Abu Dhabi. The competition will be strong this year, but the team has challenged for the title the last two years, and Reshad will be a great addition to the lineup. I can't wait to start the season in Barcelona and to contend for wins and podiums."

Reshad De Gerus
“It is a privilege to join a team as successful as Inter Europol for the 2026 season. We share the same goals and determination to maximise our potential and compete at the highest level. I believe we have everything we need to have a great season. I can't wait to be in Barcelona for the first round of the year !"