My Crown – Yellow Korner Monaco has celebrated a landmark win in the 245kg Corporate Category at the 10th edition of the Jules Bianchi Karting Marathon, a gruelling endurance race staged at Circuit Paul Ricard in honour of the late Formula 1 driver.
Team No. 22 secured victory after an extraordinary 42 hours, 19 minutes and 50 seconds of continuous racing, emerging top among 16 teams in their class and part of a wider field of 35 international competitors. The race concluded in an emotional ceremony as Jean Alesi, President of Circuit Paul Ricard, and Louis Ducruet, representing Prince Albert II of Monaco, waved the chequered flag.
A victory dedicated to Jules Bianchi
“We’re beyond proud to have achieved this victory in Jules’ memory,” said Sophia Vaharis Tsouvelekakis, Team Manager. “Winning in the 245kg Corporate Category was no small feat. It’s a testament to the hard work, passion and dedication of every person on our team. This win carries even more weight, as it embodies the spirit of solidarity, generosity and determination that Jules stood for.”
The marathon, launched in tribute to the much-loved French driver who died in 2015, continues to serve a wider purpose than sport alone. All proceeds from the event are donated to the Association Jules Bianchi, supporting the Neurology and Rehabilitation departments of L’Archet Hospital in Nice. Funds raised go towards advanced medical equipment, including walking simulators and immersive therapy systems for patients with severe brain injuries.
“This is more than a race. It’s about honouring Jules and his legacy of resilience, teamwork and compassion,” said co-organiser Franck Lagorce, who runs the event alongside Jules’ father, Philippe Bianchi.
A star-studded occasion
The race has also become a rallying point for the motorsport world and beyond. Ferrari Formula 1 driver Charles Leclerc, a close friend of Bianchi and patron of the Association, sent a personal video message in support of the event. French singer Benjamin Biolay, three-time world swimming champion Camille Lacourt, and actor and sports journalist Arnaud Tsamère were among those who joined the gathering, which was broadcast live on WebTV and hosted by sports journalist Lionel Chamoulaud and comedian Marie Caizz.
Looking ahead
The Jules Bianchi Karting Marathon is now firmly established as both a high-octane challenge and a charitable mission. Organisers confirmed that the 11th edition will take place from 2nd to 4th October 2026, continuing to raise funds and awareness while carrying forward the spirit of a driver whose legacy continues to unite the motorsport community.
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Photo credit: Vaharis Kambanis Iro