The Gorska dirka Gorjanci, one of Slovenia’s most prestigious hillclimb racing events, has received 88 entries for its upcoming edition, set to take place on June 20 and 21. This number reflects a strong interest among both local and international competitors, with nearly half of the participants being drivers of classic cars. The race, which counts toward the FIA European Hillclimb Championship for classic vehicles as well as the Central European Zone (CEZ) competition for both modern and classic cars, continues to attract a diverse field of racers.
The event will be held on the familiar 4.3-kilometer course starting from Gornja Težka Voda above Novo Mesto and ending at Veliki Cerovec. The track features over twenty turns and a vertical climb of almost 300 meters. On the first day, two training sessions will be conducted at noon and 3 p.m., while the second day will begin with another training session at 9 a.m., followed by two competitive runs starting at noon. This schedule allows drivers ample time to acclimate to the challenging terrain before the official race.
Among the notable drivers competing this year is Vladimir Stankovič, who will start under the number one plate driving his Wolf GB08 Thunder. He is considered a favorite in the national championship after securing four wins in the first four races of the season. His main rivals include Matevž Čudn, who drives a Porsche GT3 Cup, and Anže Dovjak, who competes in a Hyundai i30 TCR. Both Čudn and Dovjak are expected to have a significant showdown in the Class 2 category, where Dovjak has yet to defeat Čudn this season.
In addition to the top-tier competition, several other categories are also highly anticipated. In Class 5A, Mark Grlj has taken the lead after two zero points from Udovče in Planina, although Matija Brunskele remains in the overall lead with a Renault Clio Cup. In Class 5B, the competition is particularly tight, with reigning champion Maša Eržen leading the pack with a three-point advantage over Maja Šketelj and six points ahead of Erik Maglic, who drives a Škoda Fabia.
Sanja Smrdelj, who has yet to win this season in her Yugo Integrale, is also expected to make a strong showing among the female drivers. Meanwhile, Vladimir Stankovič is the standout driver in Division 1, continuing his dominance in the Wolf GB08 Thunder.
Among the classic car drivers, Boštjan Urbančič leads the standings after four races, followed by Domn Popok and Mladen Čerič. These drivers represent the traditional side of the sport, where vintage machines compete alongside modern vehicles in a unique blend of speed and nostalgia.
The event comes on the heels of an intense spring season featuring races such as the Vipavska Dolina and Velenje hillclimb, as well as the GHD Planina event. With the Gorjanci race marking the continuation of the summer motorsport calendar, fans can expect high-speed action and fierce competition across all categories. The combination of experienced drivers, emerging talents, and historic vehicles ensures that the Gorska dirka Gorjanci remains a highlight of the Slovenian motorsport scene.
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Siol.netState / PublicCenterFactual 95Objective 9020 days agoThe organizers of the Gorjanci Hillclimb (AMD Novo Mesto) have received 88 entries for this year's event. Nearly half of these participants, 42 drivers (including 7 in the Accuracy category), are veterans. The race counts toward both the FIA European Hillclimb Championship for vintage cars and the Central European Zone (CEZ) competition for both modern and vintage vehicles. The event will take place on June 20–21 at the traditional 4.3 km course starting from Gornja Težka Voda above Novo Mesto. Training sessions and two racing runs will be held over the two days. Veteran driver Milan Bubnič is
Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information about a sports event with no political commentary, framing, or bias. It focuses on logistics, participants, and competition details without taking a stance or emphasizing any particular viewpoint.
Why these scores (Factual 95 · Objective 90): The article provides detailed information about the number of entries, participants, categories, dates, and specific drivers. It aligns closely with the cross-source consensus, including the 88 entries, mention of FIA events, and details about the track layout and schedule. The only minor deduction
24ur (POP TV)IndependentCenterFactual 92Objective 8819 days agoThe article discusses an upcoming motorsport event at Gorjanci, featuring historic cars participating in a race that counts toward the European championship for vintage vehicles. The track spans 4300 meters with numerous turns and significant elevation changes. Notable participants include Vladimir Stankovič, Syzomonn Piekoš, and Karel Krup, among others. Milan Bubnič is highlighted as the current national champion who has yet to lose this season. The article mentions training sessions scheduled for the following day and Sunday.
Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information about a motorsport event without any political commentary, framing, or biased language. It focuses on the logistics, participants, and schedule of the event, which is apolitical in nature.
Why these scores (Factual 92 · Objective 88): This article also accurately reports the 88 entries, mentions the FIA European Championship for classic cars, and identifies key drivers like Vladimir Stankovič and Milan Bubnič. It slightly differs in phrasing but agrees with the core facts from the first article. The objectivity score is slightly
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