Extreme heat refines championship quality: Sailun tires escort the CTCC China Cup to Shaoxing

On June 28-29, the 2025 CTCC China Circuit Professional Circuit Shaoxing Keqiao Station concluded its third round of the season at the Zhejiang International Circuit. Amidst scorching temperatures, Sailun Tires provided the CTCC China Cup with a thrilling on-track showdown.

During this race, Shaoxing experienced persistent high temperatures, with the highest temperature approaching 40°C and the track surface temperature exceeding 60°C. These extreme conditions put severe tests on car performance, driver fitness, and tire load. Amidst these intense heat, Sailun Tires, the official tire supplier for the CTCC China Cup, once again provided solid and stable support to multiple participating teams with its exceptional and reliable performance, demonstrating the strength of Chinese tire brands in top-tier circuit racing.

The Zhejiang International Circuit, where the race was held, is nestled into a mountainside. Its combination of undulating corners and high-speed sections creates a dynamic and dynamic experience. During the race, the intense pressures of the scorching road surface and the combined pressure of the track made tire management a crucial factor in determining victory. Sailun Tire's competition products, tailored for the CTCC China Cup, maintain excellent peak performance and outstanding long-distance performance even under extreme conditions, ensuring drivers maintain strong confidence during intense battles and offensive and defensive pursuits.

In the first round of the CTCC China Cup on Saturday, changing weather conditions created a suspenseful race. The race, which started on a sunny day, was forced to end under the red flag due to sudden torrential rain. Ningbo Jinyutu GYT Racing Team's Tu Yat and Wang Honghao secured victory with an outstanding performance, completing their winning streak in the Ningbo-Shaoxing CTCC China Cup. Gao Huayang of the SAIC Volkswagen 333 Team maintained steady driving in the ever-changing and complex road conditions, securing the TCS class crown. An Junda and Guo Shen of the Beijing Qidu Team maintained their lead in the TC1 class, securing their first win of the season. Ding Keyin and Qi Diqin of the Lynk & Co Zongheng Team emerged victorious in the TC2 class. Wang Shui and Wang Xiaohuan of the Zhaoqing YBS Team took the top spot in the TC3 class.

Sunday saw another round of competition, with top drivers from each class pushing the limits, delivering a thrilling performance that lasted the entire race. After a 55-minute, one-lap all-out battle, rising star Yang Zheng of the 300+ Team achieved a career breakthrough, crossing the finish line first overall and winning the TCR class for the first time. Wang Wenbin/Sun Zheng of Shanghai Yichuang Racing started from the back and chased down the field, securing victory in the TCS class. An Junda/Guo Shen of Beijing Qidu Racing continued their strong performance, winning the TC1 class for the second consecutive round. Yan Yupeng/Zeng Yingzhuo of Lynk & Co Zongheng Racing triumphed in the TC2 class. Liang Jinsheng/Zhou Yunjie of the Guangzhou Spark Racing team shook off the disappointment of their first-round retirement and stood on the highest podium in the TC3 class.

The CTCC China Cup will soon enter its second half of the season. Sailun Tire will continue to work alongside major teams, injecting solid momentum into the development of Chinese motorsport with its stable, safe, and high-performance products. The next stop, the CTCC, will be in Ordos in early August. Let us witness Sailun Tire's continued full-speed progress on the "track on horseback"!