# DTM Hockenheim: Auer wins after title drama

> Auer wins DTM race as title fight intensifies with Engstler crash.
- Title: DTM Hockenheim: Auer wins after title drama · Autosport
- Summary: Auer wins DTM race as title fight intensifies with Engstler crash. Lucas Auer won the DTM opener at Hockenheim after Thomas Preining missed the title, while…
- Keywords: dtm, auer, preining, engel, engstler, hockenheim, dtm race, title fight, sports, cars, wins, title
- Source: Autosport — https://autosport.com/dtm/news/dtm-hockenheim-auer-wins-after-title-drama-and-engstler-crash/10864151
- Author: Sönke Brederlow
- Published: 2026-10-10T22:48:18+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: dtm, auer, preining, engel, engstler, hockenheim, dtm race, title fight, sports, cars
## Auer wins DTM opener
Lucas Auer won the first DTM race at Hockenheim after Thomas Preining missed the title.
## Engstler crash drama
Maro Engel crashed after contact with Engstler at the hairpin, losing control and hitting the concrete wall.
## Title fight intensifies
Preining, Engel and Wittmann compete for the DTM title with just 28 points left in the season.
## Preining's title challenge
Preining dropped to 13th after hitting grass early, but remains the favorite to win the title.
## Engel's pitstop delay
Engel's right-rear wheel jammed during pitstop, causing a 16-second delay and dropping him to fourth.
## Race outcome
Auer won the race, while Preining, Engel and Wittmann battle for the DTM title in the final race.
## Key takeaway

Lucas Auer won the DTM opener at Hockenheim after Thomas Preining missed the title, while Maro Engel crashed out of the race.