Previous winners of the Gurney Cup

As the loudest grid of the weekend, the Gurney Cup never fails to captivate the crowds; there’s nothing quite like the sound of up to 30 V8 engines growling in unison as the flag drops. The grid itself is a spectacular mix of British and American muscle, featuring everything from Ford GT40s and AC Shelby Cobras to Lotus-Ford 30s and the rare Crosslé-Oldsmobile Mk5S – all battling flat-out for the title.

Historically, it’s the Ford GT40s that have reigned supreme, claiming victory in three of the five races held in the modern Members’ Meeting era. That said, the most recent edition of the Gurney Cup in 2025 delivered a masterclass from David Franklin and Frank Stippler in the Ferrari 206S. Despite qualifying fourth behind a front row of GT40s and a Chevron-BMW B8, the duo stormed to victory by five seconds, setting the fastest lap at a blistering average speed of 106.91 mph, a true Ford vs. Ferrari battle. 

That stunning performance proves the grid is as competitive as ever, and with the Gurney Cup now formatted as a 45-minute, two-driver race, strategic pairings are absolutely vital to securing the win — a fact reflected in a completely unique roll call of victors each year. The event consistently attracts the finest talent at Goodwood, including Torbolton House Captain Dario Franchitti, who took the top spot back in 2023.

With lap guaranteeing drama, we can’t wait to see these V8 titans wrestle off the line at the upcoming 84^th Members’ Meeting.

Previous winners of the Gurney Cup 

Main image photography by Charlie Brenninkmeijer. 

The 84th Members' Meeting takes place on 10th and 11th April 2027. Tickets are now on sale to GRRC Members and Fellowship Members at the early bird price.

If you’re not already part of the GRRC, you can sign up to the Fellowship today to save ten per cent on your 2027 tickets and grandstand passes, as well as enjoying a whole host of other on-event perks.