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motorsports20 days ago•4 min saved

Nasr seals historic back-to-back Sebring win for Porsche Penske

Felipe Nasr led Porsche Penske Motorsport to its second consecutive Rolex 12 Hours of Sebring victory, becoming the first IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar driver to win Daytona and Sebring in consecutive years. Nasr, Julien Andlauer and Laurin Heinrich clinched the No. 7 Porsche 963 after a late pass on Kevin Estre, with the No. 6 Porsche finishing second and the No. 10 Cadillac third. In other classes, United Autosports USA won LMP2, Matheny Porsche won GTD Pro, and AF Corse Ferrari won GTD.

via NBC Sports|

#endurance-racing #felipe-nasr #imsa

sports20 days ago•4 min saved

Nasr Clinches Dramatic Sebring Win as Porsche Secures 1-2 Finish

Felipe Nasr led a late, tactical dash for Porsche Penske Motorsport to claim a dramatic 1-2 finish at the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring, retaking the lead from teammate Estre in the final minutes and surviving a 16-minute shootout to seal Porsche's 20th Sebring victory.

via Sportscar365|

#endurance-racing #gtp #nasr

sports23 days ago•6 min saved

BMW M3 Touring 24H Joins Nürburgring Endurance Battle as Bold Wagon Debut

BMW is entering a wagon-version of its GT3-based M3 for the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie, debuting the M3 Touring 24H in the SPX class with a higher rear wing and GT3-style chassis. Driven by Jens Klingmann, Ugo de Wilde, Connor De Phillippi, and Neil Verhagen, the project grew from an April Fool's joke into an official program, with the highlight the Nürburgring 24H race in May. The entry underscores the endearing evolution of the family station wagon into a high-speed endurance contender, joining a legacy of racing wagons like the Volvo 850 Estate in BTCC.

via Ars Technica|

#bmw #endurance-racing #m3-touring-24h

sports2 months ago•4 min saved

Porsche Extends Lead as Rolex 24 Resumes After Fog Delays

Dense fog forced a six-hour safety-car period at the Rolex 24 at Daytona, the longest in the race’s 64-year history, before racing resumed with Porsche Penske Motorsport’s Laurin Heinrich leading overall in the GTP class. Sebastien Bourdais led LMP2, Tommy Milner led GTD Pro, and Robby Foley led GTD with six hours to go; 55 of 60 starters remained active as NBC/Peacock and IMSA.TV prepared to air the finale.

via IMSA|

#daytona #endurance-racing #imsa

sports2 months ago•4 min saved

Porsche Hits the Front Early in Rolex 24 At Daytona

Porsche led the opening six hours of the Rolex 24 at Daytona with the No. 7 Porsche Penske Motorsport 963 ahead of the field, while the No. 93 Acura and No. 24 BMW pressed behind. AO Racing’s Jonny Edgar led LMP2, and GTD Pro saw BMW and Corvette near the front as Ferraris led the GTD class; the race featured five cautions and 55 of 60 cars still running as IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup points began to accrue.

via IMSA|

#daytona #endurance-racing #imsa

sports2 months ago•6 min saved

Endurance Quest: Contenders Seek Their First Rolex 24 Trophy at Daytona

At Daytona, a field of IMSA’s top contenders—including Corvette Racing, Lexus/Vasser Sullivan and Turner Motorsport—pursues its first Rolex 24 victory, with near-misses, seasoned veterans, and new stars aiming to kickstart a championship bid in the brutal 24-hour classic.

via IMSA|

#daytona #endurance-racing #gt-pro

auto-racing2 months ago•1 min saved

Sixty-Car Field Sets Stage for 64th Rolex 24 at Daytona

Sixty cars across four classes and 228 drivers from 32 countries will compete in the 64th Rolex 24 At Daytona, opening the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship; NBC will air the start at 1:30 p.m. ET Saturday and finish coverage Sunday, with flag-to-flag streaming on Peacock and IMSA platforms.

via IMSA|

#auto-racing #daytona #endurance-racing

sports3 months ago•2 min saved

Porsche Legend Zwart Labels East African Safari as Toughest Race Yet

Jeff Zwart, a seasoned racer, called the East African Safari Classic Rally the hardest event he's ever participated in, highlighting the challenging terrain and his experience racing a vintage Porsche 911 across Africa, finishing 17th amidst tough conditions and car issues.

via The Drive|

#classic-cars #east-african-safari-rally #endurance-racing

motorsport3 months ago•3 min saved

Connor Zilisch Returns to Daytona with Action Express in 2026

NASCAR rookie Connor Zilisch will compete in the 2026 Rolex 24 at Daytona with Action Express Racing, marking his third consecutive appearance in the race and his debut in the GTP class, as he continues to build his racing career across different series.

via NASCAR.com|

#connor-zilisch #daytona #endurance-racing

motorsport6 months ago•1 min saved

AO, Turner, and TDS Racing Confirm 2026 IMSA Campaigns

AO Racing will continue its dual LMP2 and GTD Pro efforts in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship in 2026, fielding the No. 99 Oreca 07 Gibson and No. 77 Porsche 911 GT3 R, with driver lineups to be announced later, and both cars still in championship contention.

via Sportscar365|

#ao-racing #endurance-racing #gtd-pro

motorsport6 months ago•5 min saved

Alpine Secures First WEC Fuji Victory in Chaotic 6H Race

Alpine achieved a significant victory at the 6 Hours of Fuji in the FIA World Endurance Championship, overcoming early setbacks and a competitive field including Peugeot, Porsche, and Ferrari, with Ferdinand Habsburg, Paul-Loup Chatin, and Charles Milesi leading the team to its first overall WEC win since Monza 2022.

via Sportscar365|

#alpine #endurance-racing #fuji-6h-race

motorsport9 months ago•7 min saved

Kubica's Triumph and Ferrari's Victory at Le Mans 2025

Ferrari dominated the 2025 Le Mans 24 Hours, but the race was ultimately won by Robert Kubica and his team, with the #83 crew and Porsche #6 making significant impacts. Kubica's remarkable performance, overcoming personal and physical challenges, was the standout story, cementing his legacy in endurance racing history.

via The Race|

#endurance-racing #ferrari #kubica

motorsport10 months ago•4 min saved

2025 Le Mans: Key Highlights and Viewing Guide

The Le Mans 24 Hours has introduced a new qualifying format that separates Hypercar from LMP2 and LMGT3 categories, with two Hyperpole sessions to determine the grid, aiming to enhance excitement and fairness. Drivers and teams have mixed feelings about the changes, which include driver driver changes between sessions and new tyre regulations.

via The Race|

#endurance-racing #hyperpole #lemans

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Genesis Unveils Ambitious LMDh Racing Program with Star Drivers

Andre Lotterer and Pipo Derani have been announced as the first drivers for Genesis Magma Racing's LMDh program, set to debut in the FIA World Endurance Championship in 2026. Both drivers bring significant experience, with Derani joining from Action Express Racing and Lotterer from Porsche Penske Motorsport. Additionally, Genesis will partner with IDEC Sport for a 2025 European Le Mans Series LMP2 entry, featuring drivers Jamie Chadwick, Logan Sargent, and Mathys Jaubert as part of their "trajectory program."

via Sportscar365|

#andre-lotterer #endurance-racing #genesis

sports-car-racing2 years ago•4 min saved

"Aston Martin Unveils Dominant New Vantage GT3 Racer for 2024"

Aston Martin has unveiled a new GT3 race car based on its Vantage, featuring advanced aerodynamics and improved stability under braking. The car made its public debut at the 24 Hours of Daytona, with promising performance despite some reliability issues. However, the escalating costs and manufacturer-driven rule changes in GT3 racing may threaten the sustainability of the series in the long run.

via Jalopnik|

#aerodynamics #aston-martin #endurance-racing