# Tom Chilton Retires From BTCC

> British Touring Car Champion Tom Chilton ends career after 2026 BTCC season finale.
- Title: Tom Chilton Retires From BTCC · Autosport | Shortify
- Summary: British Touring Car Champion Tom Chilton ends career after 2026 BTCC season finale. Tom Chilton, a 41-year-old BTCC veteran with 19 wins, retires after his…
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- Source: Autosport — https://autosport.com/btcc/news/multiple-btcc-winner-announces-retirement/10863808
- Author: Marcus Simmons
- Published: 2026-10-10T10:40:27+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
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## Tom Chilton Retires
British Touring Car Champion Tom Chilton ends his career after 2026 BTCC season finale.
## 19 BTCC Wins
Chilton won 19 races since his 2002 series debut and achieved a best championship position of third in 2018.
## Final Race at Brands Hatch
Chilton will compete in historic racing after retiring from professional racing.
## Chilton's Career Highlights
Chilton spent five seasons with Excelr8 Motorsport Hyundai i30 N Fastback team before retiring.
## 2026 BTCC Season Finale
Chilton finished fifth in free practice for Brands GP weekend with a final lap time.
## Key takeaway

Tom Chilton, a 41-year-old BTCC veteran with 19 wins, retires after his final race at Brands Hatch.