Jason Plato has released his first statement following his departure from Plato Racing, after the British Touring Car Championship team entered administration on Monday.
Plato’s eponymous outfit entered administration just days after scoring its maiden BTCC victory at Knockhill, with Adam Morgan and Dan Rowbottom bringing home a 1-2.
On Tuesday, Cataclean and TOCA announced that the team will continue in the series for the remainder of 2026, though without Plato himself.
Arafino Advisory Ltd, Plato Racing Ltd’s administrators, are hoping for a swift sale while Cataclean continues to fund the team in the interim.
Plato’s former squad, now CPRL, will compete in Donington Park GP‘s Race 1 starting from first and second on the grid. The pair of Mercedes A35 Saloons performed excellently in the Race to Pole, coming home with little threat from those behind for the second meeting in a row.
“Earlier this week, I learned that my involvement with the company and the racing operation that I created back in July 2025 had been terminated,” Plato said.
“I was removed from my positions as CEO, Director and Team Principal without warning, explanation or discussion.
“The decision has left me stunned and deeply unsettled.
“My backing for the team remains absolute, even though I am no longer involved and will not be present at Donington Park this weekend. I hope the drivers and team personnel enjoy a successful race weekend.”
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