Czech driver Filip Bartoš returns for third NXT Gen Cup season
Filip Bartoš has been confirmed for NXT Gen Cup in 2025. The 17‑year‑old Czech talent joins an exclusive group of drivers who have competed in every season since the all‑electric junior touring car championship launched in 2023.
For Bartoš, NXT Gen Cup marked his first step from karting into car racing in 2023. His progression over the past two seasons has been steady—finishing 18th overall in his rookie year before climbing to 10th in the 2024 standings, which included a standout fourth‑place finish at Norisring.
Now entering his third season, Bartoš is aiming to take another step forward and establish himself as a regular contender at the sharp end of the grid.
“I’m really excited to be back for a third year. I’m hoping to build on everything I’ve learned so far. NXT Gen Cup always attracts strong, talented drivers—and that creates some incredible on‑track battles. With margins often down to tenths of a second, there’s constant action. That’s why I keep coming back with the same enthusiasm,” said Filip Bartoš.
Bartoš’s return is a welcome addition to the series—bringing value both on and off the track.
“Filip was one of the first drivers to sign with us ahead of the 2023 season, and we truly consider him part of the NXT Gen Cup family,” said Fredrik Lestrup, Founder and Series Manager of NXT Gen Cup. “He has made a strong mark on the series—not only through his performances on track, but also through his presence in the paddock. We’re very happy to have him back this year, and we look forward to continuing our work together and seeing him take the next step in his development.”
NXT Gen Cup races alongside DTM—kicking off a thrilling championship schedule at Oschersleben, 25–27 April. All races will be broadcast LIVE on YouTube.
2025 NXT Gen Cup Calendar
12-13 April - Official Test Days - Gelleråsen Arena - Sweden
25-27 April - Oschersleben - Germany
04-06 July - Norisring - Germany
08-10 August - Nürburgring - Germany
22-24 August - Sachsenring - Germany
19-20 September - Swedish Junior Championship - Mantorp Park - Sweden
About NXT Gen Cup
The NXT Gen Cup is the world’s first 100% electric junior touring car cup where young female and male drivers race the LRT NXT1, a fully electric race car based on the MINI Cooper SE road car - engineered and built by Lestrup Racing Team. The series races together with DTM and is organised through an “arrive and drive” concept, enabling the junior drivers to focus on driving and creating the foundation for a professional racing career.
About DTM
DTM is Europe’s premier and best-known racing series and celebrated its 40th birthday in 2024. As one of the most competitive racing series, DTM features seven prestigious brands in its anniversary season. The DTM has a German core, but a strong international fan base. Races are broadcasted live in 150 territories. The series is also a leader in sustainable motorsport. For the second season, all cars are powered by a sustainable fuel made of 50% renewable components. Not only the cars racing in DTM are in the centre of sustainable projects. For the events itself the ADAC as promoter of the DTM offers innovations like an initiative to reduce plastic waste and a digital carpool solution, which has been recognised and awarded by the FIA.