DTM

TIMO GLOCK CLAIMS MAIDEN DTM VICTORY IN SEASON FINALE—

Hockenheim. Great joy for Timo Glock: in the DTM season finale at the Hockenheimring Baden-Württemberg, the BMW driver claimed his maiden victory in the most popular international touring car series. In an action-packed race with numerous duels and overtaking manoeuvres, he was the first to cross the finish line after 41 laps. Roberto Merhi (Mercedes-Benz) was classified second, 2.787 seconds down. The Spaniard had started from 21st position and next to his two mandatory pit stops, he also had to complete a drive-through penalty for a jump start. Already-crowned champion Mike Rockenfeller (Audi) failed to score points for the only time this year. He was classified 16th