# European motorsport career milestones

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/european-motorsport-career-milestones
> Updated: 2026-09-04T03:40:36.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Motorsport veterans in Belgium and France are marking significant career milestones and returning to competition.

In Belgium, Laurent Vanton is reflecting on a 20-year rally career. Following his 2023 title as vice-champion in the 2WD Trophy, the 43-year-old has transitioned into roles such as team manager for the 25 Heures Fun Cup and providing co-driving experiences for enthusiasts.

In France, various figures are active in different racing categories. Florent Todeschini has joined Stéphane Sarrazin’s Sarrazin World Rally Team, debuting a Skoda Fabia RS Rally2 at the Terre de Lozère to close a championship gap. Additionally, 86-year-old Gérard Larrousse returned to the track at the Paul Ricard Circuit during the 16th Dix Mille Tours, competing in the Classic Endurance Racing category with a Porsche 911 ST.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-04: Motorsport veterans reflect on racing careers and milestones

Motorsport figures Laurent Vanton and Gérard Larrousse reflect on their racing careers, spanning from Belgian rally championships to classic endurance racing at the Paul Ricard Circuit.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/motorsport-veterans-reflect-on-racing-careers-and-milestones

### 2026-08-27: Rally drivers Laurent Vanton and Florent Todeschini mark career milestones

Rally drivers Laurent Vanton celebrates 20 years in Belgian motorsport, while Florent Todeschini joins Stéphane Sarrazin’s team to compete in the French Rally Championship.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rally-drivers-laurent-vanton-and-florent-todeschini-mark-career-milestones

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Cite as: European motorsport career milestones. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/european-motorsport-career-milestones