PWC: Mills Racing adds Wittmer for Sprint X

Mills Racing announced that Kuno Wittmer will be joining Michael Mills for the Pirelli World Challenge Sprint X series. Wittmer, a BMW North America factory driver, will join Mills in May for the first of three events in the new, abbreviated endurance format.

"I am really looking forward to the inaugural Sprint X race at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park." Wittmer said. "Racing in my home country is always as nice thing, especially in front of family, friends, and representing the BMW brand."

Mills is eager to work with the 2014 IMSA GTLM class champion and current third driver of the No. 100 BMW Team RLL M6 GTLM.

"I'm honored to have the opportunity to participate with Kuno for this new series," Mills said. "It's a dream come true to be included in the BMW family, and we are excited to pursue a championship with Kuno and BMW behind us."

Wittmer (LEFT) will lend his knowledge of the Bowmanville, Ontario track with Michael as they tackle two 60-minute races.

"I believe the BMW Z4 GT3 will be well adapted for this type of circuit, with the high downforce the car naturally produces," Wittmer said. "Co-driving with Michael will be an honor and pretty good fit in my mind. He has demonstrated great pace, is passionate about the sport and well positioned with the series. "

The support from BMW of North America has led to a shift in the team goals for the year, focusing on winning the Sprint X Championship instead of select sprint races throughout the season.

"I am happy and excited to see Mills Racing run the Sprint X series on its inaugural season," Victor Leleu, Motorsports Manager said. "Michael had a very successful weekend at COTA in the GTA class, showing great pace and quick adaptation to the BMW Z4 GT3. The car is fast and reliable, and Michael and Kuno will form a very strong and complementary pair."