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Jacques Villeneuve to make F1 paddock racing return in support series
1997 Formula 1 world champion Jacques Villeneuve will compete in the Porsche Supercup this season, marking his return to the F1 paddock.
Villeneuve, a guest entry in the one-make GT3 series, will start the 2026 season in Monaco on 4-6 June.
All eight rounds of the Porsche Supercup are support races for the F1 world championship.
His car will showcase the distinctive colors inspired by his mother’s jumpers, a design element from his famous helmet.
The 55-year-old Canadian has competed in various racing series, including NASCAR, V8 Supercars, and Formula E, post his F1 exit in 2006.
When not racing, Villeneuve serves as a guest analyst for Sky Sports F1 and is an ambassador for the Williams F1 team.
He is expected to join the broadcaster’s team for the Canadian Grand Prix and has made recent appearances at the Montreal races.
