Fresh off a title-winning campaign in the GT World Challenge Europe, Harry King (25) is already chasing his next summit. Now a Porsche-contracted driver and preparing for his first full IMSA season, the Brit is embracing the pressure and privilege in equal measure. An exclusive interview with GT REPORT.

“It’s been incredibly busy”, King says. “It’s my first time being within a Porsche contract, which is something I worked very hard towards for a long time.”

“Now I’ve got that in my hands – to be sent to all these locations to represent Porsche, and to race in some of the most competitive and iconic cars – is really a privilege and something I’m very grateful for.”

It meant that the past three months were packed with race weekends, but he wouldn’t have wanted it any other way: “I’m really soaking it in and maximizing what I can do with what I’ve got. The start of the year has been hectic, but it’s been a pleasure too.”

“Until I get to the finish line, I will not give up on the gas”

Just a couple of years ago, King conquered the Porsche one-make series quickly and determinedly, highlighting impressive stepping stones on his CV before leaving a definite mark on the GT3 racing world. 

He collected the Porsche Carrera Cup GB championship in 2020, Porsche Carrera Cup Benelux championship in 2022 and became vice-champion in the Porsche Carrera Cup Germany and Porsche Supercup in 2024.

  From left to right: Harry King, Chris Lulham en Thierry Vermeulen – GTWCE Gold Cup champions of 2025

“It’s definitely a hard road to get to where I am today,” King recognizes. “It comes with a lot of dedication and sacrifices. Not just in the car, but also with everything else, to make sure it goes in the right direction, and there’s a lot of pressure to perform.”

“If you can succeed at those things, then obviously you have the key to unlock the door to the next step. I’ve delivered when I needed the most, and this has enabled me to continue progressing in my career.” 

Does he ever sit down to look back at that incredible journey? Hungry as he is, King emphasizes his aim to keep looking ahead, although he has to admit: “Occasionally, in the off-season, I catch myself thinking: two or three years ago, who would’ve thought…”

“It’s a nice feeling to achieve, but I always think with a racing driver’s mindset. You always want more. Until I get to the finish line, I will not want to give up on the gas. I’m very satisfied with where I am now. This is living a dream at the moment.”

Overcoming limitations shapes a racing driver

His season in Super GT last year added a lot to that feeling. King competed for Seven x Seven Racing and played a big role in bringing them to the top level.

“After they had a troubled start of the year, I was put into the car to help rebuild the team. We made a real success of it. It’s something I’m incredibly proud of,” he says, “and to adjust to the culture, the language, being able to work with people who don’t quite understand your language – it means there’s a small compromise.”

“If you can succeed there with all those limitations, it means that life becomes a lot easier when you go back home or to a European event. It’s definitely a school of hard knocks, but if you can come out the other side of it and dust yourself off, you certainly become a much better and all-rounded driver.”

King takes experience from different GT championships to his next adventure.

King takes those experiences with him to his IMSA season. Meanwhile, he has some future goals already figured out: “I’m a big fan of GT3 racing, and seeing Porsche within the progression of the 963 Hypercar, that’s obviously on the radar for every driver.”

“At the same time I’m very aware: one step at a time. I’ve been lucky enough to have gained a bit of prototype experience during Asian Le Mans (in 2024-25 season, red.). I thoroughly enjoyed it and made the most of the opportunity.”

“For now, I’m loving my time in the Porsche GT3 R, and until the vacancy and the door unlocks for the next one, I’ll keep pushing for excellence.”

Part 2 of our interview with Harry, in which he looks ahead to the 12 Hours of Sebring, will follow soon.