Gianni Lasserre will make his NASCAR Euro Series debut in the Rookie Challenge – The Speedhouse driver will drive the No. 5 Academy — Caffi car In the world of international touring car racing, some names simply carry the weight of the checkered flag. For the 2026 season, a familiar surname returns to the NASCAR Euro Series grid with a fresh face behind the wheel. Speedhouse has officially pulled the sheet off their latest weapon for the Rookie Challenge: Gianni Lasserre. The move marks a moving coming of home for the young Frenchman. Having spent his childhood as a fixture in the paddock, Gianni Lasserre is transitioning from the “kid of the circuit” to a full-time contender in the most prestigious touring series on the continent. While he is signed to the Speedhouse stable for the long haul, he will make his initial splash at the season opener in Valencia under the Academy / Alex Caffi Motorsport banner – a strategic partnership aimed at getting the rookie vital seat time. For Speedhouse owner and veteran racer Lucas Lasserre, this isn’t just a personnel move; it’s the culmination of a decade of development. Lucas Lasserre, a man who has lived and breathed the roar of a V8 for years, sees this as the logical next step for the Speedhouse Karting Academy standout. “I’m really happy to announce Gianni Lasserre – from the Basque Country – onboard at Speedhouse for the 2026 season and beyond in the Rookie Challenge,” Lucas Lasserre stated. “As you know, Gianni is my son and this is the kid of the series. He has followed me everywhere for a long time and I am extremely happy to have the possibility to integrate him into our program. “He also has been a Speedhouse Karting Academy driver since the