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Five Corvette Z06 GT3.Rs set for three days of testing ahead of Rolex 24

DETROIT (January 15, 2025) – The second season of the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.R kicks off in a big way this weekend with the annual Roar Before the 24 – the stage-setting event for the 63rd Rolex 24 At Daytona.

Five Corvette GT3s from four teams dot the 61-car entry across two of the four classes in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. The quintet of Corvettes each will test Friday through Sunday on the 3.56-mile Daytona Road Course ahead of next weekend’s season-opening round:

• Corvette Racing by Pratt Miller Motorsports – GTD PRO: Antonio Garcia, Alexander Sims, Daniel Juncadella (No. 3 Corvette); Nicky Catsburg, Tommy Milner, Nico Varrone (No. 4 Corvette)
• AWA – GTD: Matt Bell, Orey Fidani, Lars Kern, Mavtin Kirchhoeffer (No. 13 Corvette)
• DXDT Racing – GTD: Charlie Eastwood, Alec Udell, Salih Yoluc, Pipo Derani (No. 36 Corvette)
• Trackhouse by TF Sport – GTD PRO: Ben Keating, Scott McLaughlin, Shane van Gisbergen, Connor Zilisch (No. 91 Corvette)

This year’s group marks the largest number of production-based racing Corvettes in the race since 2007. The Corvette Racing brand has a deep history at the Rolex 24 and includes four GT class victories – one of those an overall win in 2001. In addition, Corvette’s successes at Daytona have bolstered Chevrolet’s impressive record of 122 wins at the circuit across IMSA and NASCAR’s national series.

Corvette Racing performance and powertrain engineers made significant improvements to the Z06 GT3.R throughout its first season of competition. Much of the work focused on optimizing performance and enhancing the Corvette’s reliability. The outright pace of the Corvette GT3 is evident with 12 pole positions across three series in 2024, and the reliability took huge steps forward in the second half of the year.

The Roar Before the 24 is set for January 17-19 with seven sessions scheduled across the three days. The Rolex 24 goes green at 1:40 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 25 with qualifying on Thursday, January 23.

JESSICA DANE, CORVETTE RACING PROGRAM MANAGER: “Everyone at Corvette Racing and our Corvette Z06 GT3.R teams is excited and optimistic heading to Daytona. After our initial season of racing and development, we feel confident going into this year’s Roar with a group of Corvettes that are both quick and reliable. The engineering teams across the whole Corvette Racing program have spent a considerable amount of time and effort making sure our teams are set up for success this year at Daytona and the rest of our 2025 schedule. With five Z06 GT3.Rs across two classes in this year’s Rolex 24, Corvette fans aren’t going to want to miss it.”

SELECT CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R DRIVER QUOTES

ALEXANDER SIMS, NO. 3 OSHKOSH / MOBIL 1 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “We have a whole season under our belt now with the Corvette. Quite a few of the issues that we had last season are ones we’ve ironed out along with understanding the platform and understanding the car better so we can extract more performance from it more often. We understand the strengths and weaknesses of the package, of which there aren’t many weaknesses thankfully.”

“For Daytona, it’s always a huge challenge to complete the first race of the year. I would hope that this year it will be a step better than last year. Already last year we had good speed during the race, but with it being the first race of the ZZ06 GT3.R it was understandable that we were still finding out some areas that needed to be improved. Firstly the priority would be to finish the race with both cars on the Pratt Miller side on the lead lap without any reliability issues. If we are able do that then we’ll be able to fight for the places toward the front.”

NICKY CATSBURG, NO. 4 OSHKOSH / MOBIL 1 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “For me going into my second season in IMSA, it will make things a little bit easier. There will be track where I have now been to once instead of not having been there at all. One other very positive thing is that my 2023 teammate Nico is joining us as a third driver, which is something we are very happy about. He clearly was very good and a good teammate to have when we won the World Championship. I’m glad he is in our car instead of being in another and racing against him! He’s incredibly fast so I’m looking forward to working with him again. It’s a very positive outlook for the season.”

OREY FIDANI, NO. 13 SABELT / SONIC / PROJEKT CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “I have been with this team since 2019, and I have grown so much with them as a driver over the years. I’m looking forward to another season in the GTD class with the Corvette. This year has been so important for us and we’ve learned a lot about the car throughout each round, with the help of GM and Chevrolet. We’re getting more and more competitive as we continue to progress, and I’m confident that 2025 will be even better.”

ALEC UDELL, NO. 36 MOBIL 1 / SuCo CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “I’m excited to get back to action with DXDT Racing at Daytona. We’ve got a very talented group of drivers, first-class engineers, crew and team leadership. It’s all an exciting combination. I can’t say enough about how appreciative I am of the efforts across the board to put the team in the best position to compete at the top here in GTD. The Corvette Z06 GT3.R treated us superbly last season and I’m pumped to tackle the IMSA challenges behind the wheel of the Chevy this year.”

BEN KEATING, NO. 91 WEATHERTECH CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “I’m really excited for this. I’ve won Le Mans in a Corvette and won a World Championship in a Corvette. I’m thrilled to be back with TF Sport, a team that I know very well and one where we won a lot of races and a championship together. I’m teaming with some phenomenal Chevrolet drivers in Shane, Scott and Connor, which should be a lot of fun. This will be a big challenge but one that I know we are all up looking forward to and are up for.”

About General Motors
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Monrovia, California (Tuesday, January 14, 2025) – Huntress Founder & CEO Kyle Hanslovan is set to accelerate the cybersecurity game by teaming up with Forte Racing’s IMSA WeatherTech Lamborghini GTD entry at this month’s iconic Rolex 24 at DAYTONA. The Rolex 24 at DAYTONA is a test of endurance and precision, and Forte Racing is ready to push limits with the support of Huntress.

“Partnering with Forte Racing is an exciting opportunity for Huntress. Success in both cybersecurity and motorsports relies on strategy, precision, and constant vigilance. Just as protecting digital landscapes demands quick thinking and adaptability, so does making split-second decisions on the racetrack. Together with Forte Racing, we’re proud to unite our passions and support a team that embodies our shared values of determination and excellence,” said Kyle Hanslovan, Founder & CEO, Huntress.

Forte Racing, in partnership with Huntress, is bringing the heat with an all-star lineup. Rolex 24 veteran Misha Goikhberg will be joined by two-time IMSA WeatherTech Champion Mario Farnbacher, Big Machine Racing ace Parker Kligerman, and Lamborghini factory driver Franck Perera. Perera, a former Formula 1 Toyota test driver, who won the Rolex 24 at Daytona in 2018 and celebrated victory in the GTD Pro class at the 2024 Petit Le Mans. This talented roster will pilot the Huntress-branded Lamborghini, showcasing that innovation and grit drive success both on the track and in cybersecurity.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Huntress, a leader in cybersecurity. Just as our team pushes the limits on the track, Huntress relentlessly defends against cyber threats, allowing us to focus on winning while they safeguard our data. Together, we share a commitment to precision, speed, and excellence—whether in motorsports or digital defense,” said Shane Seneviratne, Team Principal, Forte Racing.

In the world of motorsports, where data and technology play a critical role, the partnership with Huntress ensures that Forte Racing stays ahead, both on and off the track. This partnership goes beyond branding—it’s a bold statement that with Huntress, businesses of all sizes can leave cyber threats in the dust. Buckle up, hackers. Huntress is here to win.

Follow Forte Racing at Daytona on the team’s Instagram and on the live broadcasts. There are multiple ways to watch the action unfold live.

Coverage begins Thursday, Jan. 23 at 2:05 p.m. ET with WeatherTech Qualifying live on Peacock(U.S.), IMSA.com (Global), and YouTube (International). NBC Network covers the start and conclusion of the race with air times Saturday, Jan. 25, at 1:30 p.m. ET and Sunday, Jan. 26, at 12 p.m. ET, while USA Network coverage is Saturday, Jan. 25, from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. ET. For live flag-to-flag coverage, tune into Peacock (U.S.) and YouTube (International), starting at 1:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, Jan. 25.

Stay tuned and don’t miss a moment of the action! If you’d like to meet Shane or Kyle at the race track to learn more about this partnership, please contact Trish at trish@usracetronics.com.

*Designs by Andy Blackmore

About Forte Racing (Formerly known as US RaceTronics)

Forte Racing is a Los Angeles and Charlotte based Motorsport team, supported by Lamborghini Squadra Corse, competing in the IMSA WeatherTech Sportscar GTD Championship, the IMSA VP Racing Sportscar Challenge and the Lamborghini Super Trofeo series.

While the Forte Racing brand was created in 2023, the team is operated by Shane Seneviratne’s US RaceTronics which was founded in 2005 to compete in the formula car Atlantic Championship. The team finished 5th in points its first year and ultimately amassed a total of 21 podiums, 7 poles, 5 race wins and finishing 3rd in the 2009 Atlantic Championship before the Series was put on hiatus.

Seneviratne fully returned to racing in 2015 managing entries in the Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo North American (LBSTNA) Series. The team won the Team Championship, Dealership Championship, Pro Championship and Amateur Championship that season. That success reignited Seneviratne’s passion for racing and he relaunched US RaceTronics to compete in the 2016 LBSTNA Series. The team has won multiple North American and World Championships since switching to IMSA racing.

In 2023 the team expanded to include an IMSA WeatherTech GTD entry with their Lamborghini Huracan EVO2 GT3, driven by Misha Goikhberg and Loris Spinelli. The team finished the 2023 and 2024 seasons with four top five finishes in each season and included a 2nd-place finish at Indianapolis and VIR, along with a win at the 2023 season-finale Petit Le Mans and a 2nd-place finish at Petit Le Mans in 2024. The team finished fifth in the IMSA WeatherTech GTD Championship in its first two seasons, further solidifying their reputation as a rising force in the GTD Championship.

For more information on how to become a driver with US RaceTronics, learn more about the Series, or attend a race, visit www.forteracing.com.

About Huntress

Huntress is the enterprise-grade cybersecurity solution for all businesses, not just the 1%. With award-winning products developed by an industry-defining team of security analysts, engineers, and researchers, Huntress elevates underresourced tech teams whether they work within outsourced or in-house environments. A 24/7 human-powered security operations center (SOC) manages its fully owned security tech stack, and the Huntress team covers cyber threats through remediation with a false-positive rate of less than 1%. Huntress is passionate about breaking down barriers to enterprise-level security and giving back more than it takes, sharing tradecraft analysis and threat advisories with the community as they happen. For more information about Huntress, visit www.huntress.com and follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

Founded by Lamborghini Charlotte CEO and long time real estate developer, John E. Littlefield, Change Racing is the premier championship winning team. Claiming 18 titles in various classes; Change Racing has competed in the Lamborghini Super Trofeo Series since its inception in 2013.

Most recently claiming the 2021 Amateur World Championship in Misano, Italy. Change Racing also claimed all SIX 2020 North American Championships, including the Pro, Pro-Am, Am and LB Cup class championships as well as the Team and Owner championships.

About O’Gara Motorsport

O’Gara Motorsport was founded in 2014 by owner Tom O’Gara and celebrated winning the 2015 North American Lamborghini Super Trofeo driver and team Championships. The team goal is to achieve victories in the Series as well as showcasing the brands of their sponsors both on and off the track. With a vertically integrated platform that starts at the dealership and accelerates to the top levels of professional sports car racing, everyone at O’Gara is dedicated to providing a comprehensive program for anyone, from the casually curious to the dedicated racer.

Woolridge to pilot the No. 6 Ligier JS P3.

Braselton, GA (January 14, 2025) – MLT Motorsports announced that Canadian driver Jonathan Woolridge will join the team for the 2025 IMSA VP Racing SportsCar Challenge Series. Racing in the No. 6 Ligier JS P3, Woolridge’s first outing with the team will be at Daytona.

“I am thrilled and excited to join MLT Motorsports for the 2025 season,” said Woolridge. “Having observed the impressive program quality developed by Michael and Eric from the paddock, I feel a tremendous amount of confidence heading into the first round of the championship. I’m eager to contribute to the team’s success and learn from everyone’s expertise. Here’s to making great memories and achieving big wins together!”

“All of us at MLT Motorsports are excited to welcome Jonathan to the team for the2025 VP Racing SportsCar Challenge season,” said team owner Dr. Michael Thompson. “This team was built to nurture and develop the next generation of drivers, and Jonathan is an exceptional fit for that mission. We’re eager to support his growth as a driver and see his potential shine behind the wheel of the LMP3 this season.”

Woolridge’s racing career began in 2009, with the Ontario, Canada native competing across Canada and the United Kingdom. He’s seen success in Formula 1600 and took home the title of Emzone Radical Cup Canada Champion in 2022 after winning all ten rounds in Canada’s premier championship for Radical sportscars. He’s no stranger to the LMP3 class. Woolridge captured his first career VP Racing SportsCar Challenge win at CTMP in the LMP3 class in 2023. With three race weekends (St. Pete, Mid-Ohio, and CTMP) under his belt in 2024, Woolridge finished seventh in the LMP3 point standings including a third-place finish at St. Pete and a second-place finish at CTMP.

This week marks Woolridge’s first race at the famed Daytona International Speedway, but he did test at the track in 2022. The MLT Motorsports team is no stranger to the winner circle at Daytona. In 2024, the team took home the pole and both race wins with driver Steven Aghakhani behind the wheel. A weekend that Woolridge and the team are looking to repeat in 2025.

“Going into the ROAR, our aim is clear – and of course, everyone wants to win.” Woolridge continued, “Leveraging the experience from both myside and the team’s, we are highly motivated for this weekend and the championship ahead. I’m looking forward to the challenge of the new GTDX category, where navigating through traffic will surely make for some entertaining races.

When the team takes the green flag in 2025, it will mark their third season in the series.

Be sure to follow MLT Motorsports on Instagram @mltmotorsportsfor race updates!

About MLT Motorsports:

Founded in 2018 by Dr. Mike Thompson, MLT Motorsports has established itself as a premier team amongst the IMSA paddock in the LMP3 category. Based near Road Atlanta, the team has easy access to some of the best road courses in the country and, importantly, Florida, where the sportscar racing world kicks off every winter at Daytona and Sebring. Constant investment and maintenance have seen the team arrive at each race weekend with top-notch race cars and state-of-the-art equipment.

MLT Motorsports’ early success is a testament to the team’s dedication and expertise, with their first victory coming in just their second start at Mid-Ohio in 2019. In the 2021 season, MLT showcased consistent excellence, finishing off the podium only once and clinching a double championship win, earning both the IMSA Prototype Challenge Team’s and Driver’s Championships with Dakota Dickerson and Josh Sarchet. Building on this momentum, MLT made its debut in the IMSA WeatherTech Championship at Mid-Ohio in May 2022, competing among the top sportscar teams in the world. In 2024, MLT celebrated another milestone, securing the VP Racing SportsCar Driver’s Championship with Steven Aghakhani in the LMP3 class.

Expanded GTP program brings together experienced, championship-winning driver lineup

DETROIT (Jan. 9, 2025) – Cadillac Racing started the 2024 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship season with a track record in earning the pole and runner-up finish in the Rolex 24 At Daytona and closed the campaign with a track record in earning the pole and overall victory in the Motul Petit Le Mans.

Three Grand Touring Prototype (GTP) entries will aim to improve on the season-opening result January 25-26 in the 63rd Rolex 24 At Daytona by giving Cadillac Racing its fifth victory in the twice-around-the-clock race on the 3.56-mile, 12-turn Daytona International Speedway course.

Cadillac Racing has totaled 12 podium finishes, including the overall victories in 2017-2020 and 1-2 sweeps in 2017, ’18 and ‘19, since joining IMSA prototype competition in 2017.

With experienced, championship-winning teams and drivers buoyed by the strong 5.5-liter DPHC V8 engine package, prospects are bright for all three entries being in the mix for the pole and overall victory.

The heralded return of Wayne Taylor Racing to the Cadillac sports car racing program along with Action Express Racing, which will mark its 14th consecutive year with GM, and all-star driver rosters complement the on-track storylines.

Four current drivers have won the Rolex 24 At Daytona with Cadillac Racing in DPi competition: Kamui Kobayashi (2018, 2019), Ricky Taylor (2017), Filipe Albuquerque (2018) and Jordan Taylor (2017, 2019).

Additionally, the 12-driver lineup represents seven FIA World Endurance Championship Hypercar/LM1 titles, 11 24 Hours of Le Mans overall/class victories, six Twelve Hours of Sebring victories and three IMSA/Grand-Am prototype championships.

On-track activity begins January 17 with the three-day Roar Before the 24, with teams returning for practice and qualifications January 23.

Cadillac Racing led all GTP manufacturers with six poles in the nine races in 2024 and swept the front row three times, including at Daytona with the No. 31 Whelen Cadillac V-Series.R setting the pace with a Grand Touring Prototype track-record lap time. The team went on to record the second-place finish.

Peacock (U.S.) and IMSA’s YouTube channel will stream qualifications at 2:05 p.m. ET Thursday, Jan. 23. Coverage of the Rolex 24 At Daytona starts at 1:30 p.m. ET Saturday, Jan. 25, on NBC, with continuing network coverage on USA from 2:30-6:30 p.m. NBC will pick up the broadcast at noon Sunday, Jan. 26, for the finish. Peacock (U.S.) and IMSA’s YouTube channel will stream the entirety of the race along with the IMSA Radio broadcast at IMSA.com, Sirius 211/XM 207, locally at 93.5 FM/1150 AM and 107.9 FM at the track.

What they’re saying

Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing (No. 10)

Ricky Taylor, full season driver: “Usually, the Roar is a qualifying weekend so the focus is a bit more distracted, whereas this year we can focus on what is important for the race and learn our new car over the entire test. The car was very nice to drive in November. I still feel like we know very little about it and have a lot to learn. The main surprise was how differently two manufacturers approached the same problem of adapting to hybrid racing. Both strong approaches, but very different.”

Filipe Albuquerque, full season driver: “The first impression with the Cadillac V-Series.R and the people was great, but it also means there is a lot to do on the car and fine-tuning, getting to know everybody, to learn the car, to find new ways to adapt to the car — especially for the WTR drivers since we are almost all new to the car. So, we will need to take every minute on the track to learn and to be ready for the race, and even during the race we will be learning about the car. But that’s part of the game, so we are just excited to go on and get to the job.”

Will Stevens, IMEC driver: “I can’t wait to get the season going to be honest. Our first test back in November seems a long time ago now and I feel we are ready to get this season underway. It’s always nice to have a break over Christmas and the New Year to recharge the batteries ahead of a new season but I am raring to go now. At the Roar, you can just focus on making sure we are covering everything we need to as a team before we start the race week. Previously, you always have an eye on qualifying and that ultimately takes some focus away from just getting through everything so it will make the Roar a nice build up for sure.”

Brendon Hartley, Rolex 24 At Daytona driver: “Kicking 2025 off with the Roar is hard to beat. It feels like heading back to a family gathering with WTR but with excitement of a new toy in the garage. I am yet to drive the Cadillac so the Roar will be important for me to get a few laps to learn all the systems and get up to speed. I’m looking forward to it.”

Cadillac Whelen (No. 31)

Jack Aitken, full season driver: “It’s going to be bittersweet to come back after last year. I think Daytona is a great way to start the season because you come straight into one of the most important races of the year and you have to be on your A game from the get go. I hope that we can be in the mix again and go one better.”

Earl Bamber, full season driver: “I love this race and I’m hunting my first win there. I’m looking forward to joining Whelen for the whole year because I really love the IMSA paddock and the IMSA racing style. When you look at the category, it’s so competitive. With what Cadillac is doing behind the scenes, the amount of development, I think we have a really good chance to win.”

Frederik Vesti, IMEC driver: “I’ve been looking forward for a few months to get going with Cadillac and the whole Action Express Racing team after the November test. Coming back will be very exciting. Having done a test at Daytona is really crucial as a team and as a driver, especially for me who is a rookie at every race this year. The test was really positive and I’m looking forward to learning more during the first weekend at the track.”

Felipe Drugovich, Rolex 24 At Daytona driver: “The test in November was good for me as I was never on any type of banking like that and getting used to the car again, which is different from anything I drive. Last year I did Le Mans with Cadillac and this team and it was something I really enjoyed doing and I’ll enjoy the Daytona 24 with this group. It will be a good experience for me to drive in my second 24-hour race and I’m looking forward to the challenge.”

Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing (No. 40)

Jordan Taylor, full season driver: “The Roar is always a fun weekend in Daytona. You get to catch up with all the guys after the off-season and see a lot of familiar faces in the paddock. I think for us, it will mainly be about getting mileage in our new Cadillac V-Series.R and understanding which knobs we need to twist and turn to get the performance out of it. We have some new drivers coming back into the team as well, so it’ll be good to get everyone together for the first time and start gelling together. I think the approach for us is the same as always. The level of competition has always been high and our job has always been to maximize what we have and what we have control of. Having said that, as the competition gets stronger, the success is always sweeter.”

Louis Deletraz, full season driver: “The GTP class keeps increasing in terms of level. You definitely cannot rest; you have to keep working hard. I think that’s something Cadillac Racing and Wayne Taylor Racing do very well; always working hard and trying to stay ahead of the game and be the best possible on track because the competitors won’t give any presents. I think that is even more exciting and rewarding for drivers. At the test in November, the first time I jumped in the Cadillac V-Series.R, I think the sound of the car — as many fans know is incredible — is even better from inside the car. Working with Cadillac Racing has been great and a very smooth integration. We are all trying to help each other and learn and move forward as fast as we can to be fast as possible on track which is all that matters. That’s actually very exciting. The car has been really fun to drive. It has been fast and has potential to do more.”

Alex Lynn, IMEC driver: “Really looking forward to Daytona 2025. It’s always a great race to start the season. I think joining Wayne Taylor Racing again, it’s a team that has a lot of success and a team that turns up to every race fighting to try to win and that’s what I am about as a driver. I’m looking forward to getting out there and helping the No. 40 car fight for a Daytona victory.”

Kamui Kobayashi, Rolex 24 At Daytona driver: “I am looking forward to this year at Daytona. We will push hard. The Rolex 24 is never easy, but WTR always has the best car and we have a great opportunity to win if we make no mistakes. This team knows how to win this race. It is my first time in the LMDh car and the hybrid is very different. Daytona’s schedule gives us time to understand the car. If we understand the car, we will be alright. I have big confidence in Wayne Taylor and his organization. His driver lineup is very strong and the Cadillac knows performance.”

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Will Return to AF Corse for the Prestigious Event

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (January 9, 2025) – Dylan Murry will return to AF Corse for the upcoming Rolex 24 at Daytona, the prestigious 24-hour sports car endurance race scheduled for January 25-26 at Daytona International Speedway.

The Cumming, Georgia resident will be piloting the #88 AF Corse Oreca LMP2, sponsored by Lumaike, along with co-drivers Luis Perez Companc, Nicklas Nielsen, and Matthieu Vaxiviere.

“It’s great to be back with this team again,” said Murry, who was part of AF Corse last season in Indianapolis. “Once you start to work with a team consistently you start to build a bond and friendship that boosts performance.”

Murry has been working hard in preparation for the Daytona race. This will be his third time competing in the Rolex 24, previously winning the Michelin Endurance Cup and finishing second in LMP2.

“There’s no doubt it can be a grueling race, so you have to be ready both mentally and physically,” added the 24-year-old. “These long races are tests of endurance, and you must keep your head level all the time. You can’t let emotions get in the way even for a split second. It’s a race of being tactical, precise, and smart. I’m confident we have what it takes to win.”

Murry is thankful he is returning to a team that has a long history of success.

“They’re a great group of guys that are hardworking and passion driven,” he said. “They have an excellent track record of success in 24-hour races, like Le Mans in 2023 and 2024. That says a lot about the team.”

About Dylan Murry

Dylan Murry made his IMSA debut in the Michelin Pilot Challenge Series in 2018 alongside his father, David Murry, a former sportscar world champion. They were the first father-son combination to race in the series. He’s also been part of Racing Team Nederland’s IMSA LMP2 team and competed in IMSA’s LMP3 class with a Riley Motorsport-run Ligier. In 2017, he finished in the top 10 in both NASCAR K&N Pro Series races that he competed in. Additionally, Murry has 12 overall championships to his credit in go karts as well as in the Pro Class Legends and Pro-Legends Winter Series at Atlanta Motor Speedway.

Dan Knox, Scott Andrews and Eric Filgueiras Team for Five Race IMSA IMEC GTD Campaign in the No. 80 Lone Star Racing Mercedes-AMG GT3

Mercedes-AMG Motorsport Driver Ralf Aron Joins the No. 80 Lone Star Racing Mercedes-AMG GT3 Team for the Rolex 24 At Daytona Opener

CRESSON, Texas (January 8, 2024) – Lone Star Racing confirmed today its driver lineup for this month’s season-opening IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship Rolex 24 At Daytona and its trio of contenders that will contest the full 2025 IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup GT Daytona (GTD) campaign in the No. 80 Lone Star Racing Mercedes-AMG GT3. Both the Rolex 24 At Daytona return and the IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup (IMEC) efforts follow Lone Star’s 2024 debuts in both the nation’s premier 24-hour race and the five-event IMEC that awards the top performers in the year’s five long-distance IMSA WeatherTech races.

Competing in the full IMEC championship will be Lone Star Racing team owner and driver Dan Knox, returning and longtime team driver Scott Andrews and multiple GT3 and GT4 driver champion Eric Filgueiras. Knox, Andrews and Filgueiras will be joined in the 63rd running of the Rolex 24 by Mercedes-AMG Motorsport driver Ralf Aron.

Knox makes his first GTD starts since the 2017 season but more recently he has been one of the top GT2 drivers in North America in a Lone Star Racing Mercedes-AMG GT2. Knox won three-straight GT2 races last year, including a doubleheader sweep at Grand Prix of Long Beach in April and a repeat win at Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) in October. Knox also won at IMS in GT2 in 2023 for an unmatched record of four GT2 race wins in a span of five races the last two seasons for the Texas-based driver

Professional driver Andrews has been a fixture at Lone Star Racing in both GT3 and GT4 competition in recent IMSA seasons. The Australian was the final driver to lead the GTD class in last year’s Rolex 24 before giving way to the eventual class winner just 23 laps from the finish. Andrews pitted at the same time a class-competitor came to a stop after an engine compartment fire and blocked the pit exit. The unfortunate timing set off a series of events that took Lone Star out of contention for a top-five and possibly even GTD podium finish, but the No. 80 team and drivers finished their first Rolex 24 At Daytona with a respectable eighth-place showing. Andrews also won his and Lone Star’s first IMSA pole position in the No. 80 in the season-ending Motul Petit Le Mans at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta.

Florida-native Filgueiras co-drove with Steven McAleer to the 2023 GT World Challenge GT3 Pro Championship and now makes his IMSA WeatherTech debut at the “World Center of Racing” with Lone Star. No stranger to debut success at Daytona, Filgueiras won in his first professional and IMSA race start on the 3.56-mile DIS road course in the highly competitive Michelin Pilot Challenge Grand Sport (GS) class in 2022. He also has a pair of GT4 championships to his credit and steps into the cockpit of the No. 80 Lone Star Racing Mercedes-AMG GT3 after serving as a spotter for the team in 2024.

Estonian Ralf Aron joins Knox and Filgueiras in making his Rolex 24 debut. He has been part of the Mercedes-AMG junior roster since 2023 after beginning his career in European single-seater competition. He made his first major marks in a Mercedes-AMG GT3 in 2023 in ADAC GT Masters and GT World Challenge, taking runner-up honors in the driver championship in the ADAC series to play a major part in the Haupt Racing Team securing the team championship. This was followed by his first successes on the Nürburgring Nordschleife in 2024, taking class victories at the 24h Nürburgring Qualifiers as well as in the Nürburgring Endurance Series.

Dan Knox, Owner/Driver – No. 80 Lone Star Racing Mercedes-AMG GT3: “I am excited to be back racing with IMSA and for the Michelin Endurance Cup. I feel the time is right with the team’s experience and successes over the last few years, and my schedule this year will allow me to focus on my racing. We have a great driver lineup with Scott, Ralf, Eric and myself and should have a great race and pace to be competitive and win some races this year. I am very excited to be back racing the GT3 platform again. The GT3 requires a lot more focus driving it to the limits than the GT2. It takes some time in the car again to be fast, but I am getting closer to the other drivers time around the track and more comfortable in the car with every lap. When I finally got a chance to drive the car in the day light for the first time at Daytona in December I really enjoyed driving the track and kept getting better lap times with each session. I am looking forward to actually driving in the race instead of being a spectator. This is such an iconic race, and one that I have always wanted to participate in, but I have never had the time to make it happen. This year is going to be a great year for the LSR team.”

AJ Petersen, Team Manager and Technical Director – No. 80 Lone Star Racing Mercedes-AMG GT3: “I am excited to be returning to the Rolex 24 At Daytona event and the IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup. It is great to have the continued program this year from 2024. We have a different driver lineup but we have the same car manufacturer with Mercedes-AMG and all of the key team personnel. Personally, I am looking forward to having Dan back in the car as a driver. He has been supporting us as an owner and driving in the occasional race event since 2018. I look forward to him being able to enjoy the Lone Star of 2025 and the development that we have done as a team with him in the driver’s seat. it will be great to build on the lessons learned in 2024. We have a new challenge with the energy based BoP and strategies. It is an interesting new challenge for all of the teams within GTD and GTD Pro. Our test in December was a successful introduction to it for our team. We are looking forward to the Roar test and continuing this development before the 24 Hour race.”

Scott Andrews, Driver – No. 80 Lone Star Racing Mercedes-AMG GT3: “The IMSA WeatherTech series is one of the most competitive sports car racing championships in the world. It was a steep curve for the Lone Star Racing team and all of us last year, but we were able to learn a lot, and certainly by the end of 2024 we kind of understood a little bit more where some of our strengths and weaknesses were and where we could work on moving forward. The car showed great speed all year. Every time we hit the track, we were always one of the fastest Mercedes-AMGs. With a bit more experience heading into 2025, we can really hit the track running. I am really excited about our driver lineup. It is great to have Dan in the car. As the owner of Lone Star, he hasn’t done a whole lot of professional racing in the last five to 10 years, but he has had some good success recently, and he has the right motivation and mindset. I met Ralf for the first time at our December test in Daytona and he is very professional, we got along well and had similar feedback about the car, which is super important. I have also known Eric for many years, and this is a good opportunity for him to showcase his talent. I am really excited, and it is just great to be a part of this team. I really enjoy driving for Dan and AJ, and we are hoping to get some really nice results this year.”

Eric Filgueiras, Driver – No. 80 Lone Star Racing Mercedes-AMG GT3: “The relationship with Lone Star Racing started with me spotting for the team last year at the Rolex 24, and that was because we were trying to negotiate a seat for me in the 2024 race. It ultimately didn’t work out, but we kept the door open and I have kept in close touch with AJ after Scott brought me to the team initially. Through them both I have been able to get to know Dan a little bit more and understand his background in the sport, how he initially got involved and how he and Lone Star Racing as an organization have evolved in motorsports. It’s just incredible to be given the chance to earn this opportunity, and it has been what I have been searching for. I am very grateful to both Dan Knox and AJ Petersen to have their belief and their backing to have me in the car and to feel that I am the right fit for the job. I am ready for it.”

Ralf Aron, Driver – No. 80 Lone Star Racing Mercedes-AMG GT3: “First time for everything! This is my first time driving with Lone Star Racing and my first time driving at Daytona, and my first laps were in the dark at the December Daytona test. It was a lot of fun, and the track had a lot more grip than I expected. It was really cool, it felt quick, and the team looked like they were in a really good place. The car felt good too, so we just need to learn step by step. We have a good program of what we want to do and what we want to learn before the race, so we just need to chip away and see where we are at. I am really surprised how steep the banking was! I have been to the track before but never came close to the banking. The Mercedes-AMG GT3 is just a great platform. It holds up with the tire, the balance is good and you don’t have to fiddle around too much with the setup. You come to a race with this car and you know you will be competitive.”

About Lone Star Racing: Based at Motorsport Ranch within the greater Dallas-Fort Worth area in Cresson, Texas, Lone Star Racing is competing in the No. 80 Lone Star Racing Mercedes-AMG GT3 in the 2025 IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup in the GTD class. Lone Star Racing and its team members have won races across North America spanning sprint and endurance racing formats. The crew has worked together on many different teams and various types of cars, developing a strong bond and proven capability that gives them a competitive and winning advantage. Lone Star Racing competes with the support of primary partner ACS Manufacturing, Inc. (www.ACSManufacturing.com). Look for Lone Star Racing and team owner/driver Dan Knox on Facebook and follow the team on YouTube at Lone Star Racing, on Twitter and Instagram at @LSRTeam and on the official team web site at www.LoneStarRacingTeam.com.

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., Jan. 6, 2025 – Ford Performance NASCAR Cup driver Austin Cindric has been selected to the Ford Multimatic Motorsports line-up for the IMSA-sanctioned 2025 Rolex 24 At Daytona. Cindric will substitute for endurance driver Ben Barker, who broke his collarbone while skiing during the holidays. He will join the full season pairing of Mike Rockenfeller and Sebastian Priaulx in the No. 64 Ford Multimatic Motorsports Ford Mustang GT3.

“The 24 Hours of Daytona has become a very meaningful event for me and my career,” said Cindric. “This will be my sixth opportunity to run this race, and with the Ford Mustang GT3, it’s one of the best opportunities I’ll have had at taking one of those watches home.

“It’s important that I wish Ben all the best in his recovery as I get to keep his seat warm. I’m keen to do my part in contributing to a great result, but also representing Multimatic and Ford properly as they start their season in IMSA.”

The Mooresville, N.C. native is a multi-race winning driver in the premier NASCAR Cup series, including the 2022 Daytona 500 in a Team Penske Mustang.

“We have great momentum moving into the season opening round at Daytona,” offered Mark Rushbrook, global director of Ford Performance Motorsports. “It is a difficult situation with Ben’s injury coming when it did, but we are excited to have Austin step into the Ford Mustang GT3. Austin is one of the most diverse drivers we have, a proven winner with Mustang in NASCAR and sports cars. He is a perfect fit to step in and team with Seb and Rocky at Daytona.”

Prior to a career in stock car racing, Cindric competed in major sports car racing series across North America. He proved his talent as a Ford development driver in Mustang GT4 which has included four Michelin Pilot Challenge appearances with Multimatic Motorsports at Daytona, and a 2019 race win alongside Priaulx at Road Atlanta.

“In 2025, it’ll be 10 years exactly since the first time I came down to Daytona to race for Multimatic and Ford in Michelin Pilot Challenge,” Cindric said. “That nervous 16-year-old would be happy to learn where things would be 10 years on. Needless to say, there are a lot of familiar faces. I’m grateful to get the nod, and I’m looking forward to getting to work soon.”

“It is a real shame for Ben and for the team that he will miss Daytona, but accidents happen. He is already on the mend and will be back in action soon,” said Pascal Zurlinden, Executive Vice President, Multimatic Engineering & Special Vehicle Operations. “We’re delighted to welcome Austin back to the team and we are sure he will do an excellent job, as he has always done for us.”

About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan, committed to helping build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. The company’s Ford+ plan for growth and value creation combines existing strengths, new capabilities and always-on relationships with customers to enrich experiences for customers and deepen their loyalty. Ford develops and delivers innovative, must-have Ford trucks, sport utility vehicles, commercial vans and cars and Lincoln luxury vehicles, along with connected services. The company does that through three customer-centered business segments: Ford Blue, engineering iconic gas-powered and hybrid vehicles; Ford Model e, inventing breakthrough electric vehicles along with embedded software that defines exceptional digital experiences for all customers; and Ford Pro, helping commercial customers transform and expand their businesses with vehicles and services tailored to their needs. Additionally, Ford provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. Ford employs about 175,000 people worldwide. More information about the company and its products and services is available at corporate.ford.com

About Ford Performance Motorsports

Ford Performance is based in Dearborn, Mich. It is responsible for Ford’s performance vehicle development and major racing operations globally, including NASCAR, IMSA, SRO British GT, FIA World Rally Championship, Supercars Championship, World of Outlaws, Ultra4, SCORE-International, FIA Rally-Raid, Formula Drift, NHRA, Rebelle Rally, Thailand Super Series and our latest commitment in Formula 1 with Red Bull Ford Powertrains. Ford Performance also maintains a constantly evolving fleet of electric performance demonstrators to showcase the limits of electrification technology. In addition, the organization also oversees the development of Ford’s racing engines, as well as the outreach programs with all Ford Clubs and Ford enthusiasts. For more information regarding Ford racing’s activities, please visit Performance.Ford.com or follow @FordPerformance on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, X, TikTok and YouTube.

About the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA)

The International Motor Sports Association, LLC (IMSA) was originally founded in 1969 and owns a long and rich history in sports car racing. Today, IMSA is the sanctioning body of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, the premier sports car racing series in North America. IMSA also sanctions the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge, IMSA VP Racing SportsCar Challenge and Historic Sportscar Racing, as well as five one-make series: Ferrari Challenge North America, Lamborghini Super Trofeo North America, Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Michelin, Mustang Challenge and Porsche Carrera Cup North America. IMSA – a company within the NASCAR family – is the exclusive strategic partner in North America with the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) which operates the 24 Hours of Le Mans as a part of the FIA World Endurance Championship. The partnership enables selected IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship competitors to earn automatic entries into the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans. For more information please visit www.IMSA.com, x.com/imsa, www.facebook.com/IMSA or www.instagram.com/imsa_racing.

Five Corvette Z06 GT3.Rs from four teams set to open 2025 IMSA season

DETROIT (December 12, 2024) – Corvette Racing’s influence in the Rolex 24 At Daytona continues to grow with the release of the entry list for next month’s season-opening race of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.

Five Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.Rs are taking part in the 63rd running of the Rolex 24 on the road course at Daytona International Speedway – the largest number of production-based racing Corvettes in the race since 2007. A total of 18 drivers – seven of them Corvette factory pilots – will drive the Z06 GT3.R, which is starting its second season of global competition.

· Corvette Racing by Pratt Miller Motorsports – GTD PRO: Antonio Garcia, Alexander Sims, Daniel Juncadella(No. 3 Corvette); Nicky Catsburg, Tommy Milner, Nico Varrone (No. 4 Corvette)

· AWA – GTD: Matt Bell, Orey Fidani, Lars Kern, Martin Kirchhoeffer (No. 13 Corvette)

· DXDT Racing – GTD: Charlie Eastwood, Alec Udell, Salih Yoluc, Pipo Derani (No. 36 Corvette)

· Trackhouse by TF Sport – GTD PRO: Ben Keating, Scott McLaughlin, Shane van Gisbergen, Connor Zilisch (No. 91 Corvette)

(Factory drivers in bold)

Each of the collection of Corvettes will participate in the three-day Roar Before the 24 the week before the Rolex.

The 2024 season was one of success and learning for the Corvette Z06 GT3.R and its teams. Among the highlights were 11 race victories in North America – one of which came from Corvette Racing by Pratt Miller Motorsports – the Bob Akin Award (and an entry for this year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans) for AWA’s Fidani and the GTD PRO Manufacturers Championship in the IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup.

In addition, DXDT Racing scored 10 victories in GT World Challenge America with the Corvette – including the Z06 GT3.R’s first global win – and TF Sport claimed a double-podium to close the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship.

The Corvette brand has a deep history at the Rolex 24 and includes four GT class victories – one of those an overall win in 2000.

Corvette Racing performance and powertrain engineers made significant improvements to the Z06 GT3.R throughout its first season of competition. Much of the work focused on optimizing performance and enhancing the Corvette’s reliability. The outright pace of the Corvette GT3 is evident with 12 pole positions across three series in 2024, and the reliability took huge steps forward in the second half of the year.

The Roar Before the 24 is set for January 17-19 with seven sessions scheduled across the three days. The Rolex 24 goes green at 1:40 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 25 with qualifying on Thursday, January 23.

CORVETTE RACING FACTORY DRIVER QUOTES

ANTONIO GARCIA, NO. 3 OSHKOSH / MOBIL 1 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “I am more anxious to race at Daytona than I have been in several years. There is a lot that everyone at Corvette Racing and Pratt Miller has going for us ahead of the Rolex 24. Obviously we expect a lot in the second year with the Z06 GT3.R after a win and some poles last year in IMSA. The other programs in WEC and World Challenge performed really well, especially in the second half of their seasons. The pace of the car is there, and I’m confident that so is the reliability. Our lineup should be very, very strong with having Alex and Dani having another year with this team. There are big reasons for us to be confident and I hope we can achieve our goal of winning another Rolex 24 in a Corvette.”

ALEXANDER SIMS, NO. 3 OSHKOSH / MOBIL 1 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “It’s going to be really nice to go into the season with an understanding of the team that I have around me and continuity having worked with Antonio and Dani. Knowing it will be the same this year is great, along with Andy Ramsey as our race engineer. We’ve built up a really good understanding together so I hope we can build on that, and I feel like we might be a little bit further down the road for the first few races in terms of our understanding of one another. It’s not going to create any massive differences in terms of performance but it’s nice from a personal point of view to have that nice working atmosphere of who you’re going to be with.”

DANI JUNCADELLA, NO. 3 OSHKOSH / MOBIL 1 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “Expectations are high for my second year in IMSA has a Corvette factory driver. Now that we have a full year of development of the Z06 GT3.R, it should make our life a lot easier. We finished the season with a test at Sebring which was really positive in all areas. I think we have a really good starting point for the season coming up. I can’t wait to go again. I love Daytona and starting the season with such a big event including the Roar and Rolex 24. I’m excited for that and to see how we fare against the competition.”

TOMMY MILNER, NO. 4 OSHKOSH / MOBIL 1 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “A year of racing… there’s no better test of a machine and driver than a full season of racing in IMSA. I feel like we’re not worried about or thinking about having a brand new car like we did at the start of 2024. We have a Corvette now that has had a full year’s worth of running in several series. It’s the same car with some smaller updates to make the car more comfortable to drive and more reliable. We’ve had that experience now and can focus on the things that are different this year, like the torque axle sensors. Luckily for us, the TF Sport guys and Corvette Racing in WEC have a year’s worth of experience with that. We’ll use that and all the knowledge that Corvette Racing and Pratt Miller have for Daytona and put that toward giving us the best chance to get a win.”

NICKY CATSBURG, NO. 4 OSHKOSH / MOBIL 1 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “For 2025, I have good hopes because I think we are a lot further along with the development and understanding of the Corvette than we were last year. So coming into the Daytona 24 Hours, I generally do believe that we have a chance to win it whereas last year was a little bit more of exploration of what the car would do and where we would be. But I do believe we have a serious shot. There are some changes from IMSA which to me are very positive. We can be a bit more focused again on racing the people we need to race. I’m personally a very big fan of that. I’m looking forward to some tough battles. I think we will have a full grid as well for Daytona.”

NICO VARRONE, NO. 4 OSHKOSH / MOBIL 1 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “I can’t express how happy I am to join the Corvette team again in IMSA, now with Pratt Miller. It’s exciting to be in the GTD PRO program and it gives me vibes of 2023 where we won the World Championship together in WEC. It’s my first time running in the U.S. in the GTD PRO car. It will be really special to represent Corvette in such an important series. There are a lot of fans at the races in America, so it will be super fun. I also get to share again the weekends with the mechanics and engineers that I know. I love all those people that make up the team, and I’m looking forward to giving my best and being in the best form of my life to bring the results that the Z06 GT3.R deserves. The car in its first year showed a lot of potential. Hopefully we can put it together in 2025 for some of these big race wins. It will be tough work to join Tommy and Nicky, but I think we have a great lineup to fight for big things. I’m super-excited and looking forward to it.”

CHARLIE EASTWOOD, NO. 36 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “I’m really looking forward to joining DXDT Racing. I think the lineup with have in GTD is as strong as any on paper. We had a strong test with the team at Daytona. There is an amazing bunch of guys and girls within the team. You can see why they had so much success in GT World Challenge America in 2024 because they have so many great qualities and so many great people working within the team. I was looking forward to the season before the test, and now I can’t wait to get started since the test. I think we have a really good chance to get some big results, which I’m gunning to make sure that I make sure to do in 2025 and my second year with Corvette.”

About General Motors
General Motors (NYSE:GM) is driving the future of transportation, leveraging advanced technology to build safer, smarter, and lower emission cars, trucks, and SUVs. GM’s Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC brands offer a broad portfolio of innovative gasoline-powered vehicles and the industry’s widest range of EVs, as we move to an all-electric future. Learn more at GM.com.

BATAVIA, Ohio, (December 12, 2024) – Celebrating 25 years of excellence, Wright Motorsports is proud to announce its entry into the 2025 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship season. The team will field the No. 120 Porsche 911 GT3 R with the dynamic duo of Adam Adelson and Elliott Skeer returning as full-season drivers, joined by endurance specialists Tom Sargent and Ayhancan Güven.

“It’s a pleasure to have Adam and Elliott back for another season,” said Team Owner John Wright. “Their growth during their first IMSA WeatherTech season was remarkable, and they brought a great deal of energy to the team. Their victory at Indianapolis Motor Speedway proved they have what it takes to excel in this highly competitive class, and we’re excited to build on that success in 2025.”

Adelson and Skeer showcased undeniable chemistry in their 2024 campaign, earning their first GTD-class podium at the grueling Twelve Hours of Sebring. They followed it with another third-place finish at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca before clinching their maiden WeatherTech victory at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The iconic road course also served as the location where they later secured the championship title together with Wright in the Fanatec GT World Challenge America championship. This year, they continue competing together for a full season in WeatherTech, racing in the 11-race championship.

Joining Adelson and Skeer for the Michelin Endurance Cup events, Tom Sargent brings a wealth of talent and a proven track record. The Australian driver progressed through karting and Formula Ford before entering North American sports car racing. A race winner in the Porsche Carrera Cup North America and the 2024 Fanatec GT World Challenge America series, Sargent will bolster the team’s efforts in endurance competition.

Rounding out the roster, Ayhancan Güven will join the lineup for the Rolex 24 At Daytona. The 26-year-old Turkish driver began his motorsport journey in karting before transitioning to sim racing and earning a place as a Porsche Junior driver in 2019. Güven holds multiple titles, including championships in the Porsche Carrera Cup France, Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Benelux, and the Asian Le Mans Series. The Rolex 24 will mark his debut with Wright Motorsports.

The 2025 season launches with the Roar Before the 24 on January 17, the official pre-season test for the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. The iconic Rolex 24 At Daytona, the longest race on the calendar, follows on January 25-26. For more information, visit IMSA.com.

DRIVER QUOTES

Adam Adelson

Coming into Daytona this year for the second time is a totally different feeling. Last year, we had no idea what to expect during the IMSA season, but we quickly found that the preparation we did was paying off. This year we actually know what to expect and can rely on that experience to try and bring home even better results. Aside from that, I’m beyond excited to be racing with Tom and Ayancan, who are both exceptional talents. We may have one of the youngest driver lineups in the field, but with that comes plenty of motivation and hunger for success on track.

Elliott Skeer

I’m thrilled to be back racing with Adam again and building on the incredible chemistry we’ve developed on and off the track. This season, we’re ready to give it a proper championship fight and push ourselves to a new level. I’m equally excited to welcome Tom to the team and help him get up to speed in IMSA. Ayhancan is a fantastic pick for the lineup, and his experience in the car will be a huge asset for Daytona. Together, we’re poised for an amazing year, and I can’t wait to see what we can accomplish!

Tom Sargent

To say I am excited to be driving in the #120 Wright Motorsports Porsche in the IMSA WeatherTech series is an understatement. Making my IMSA debut, and with such a well-established and successful team, is my dream start to this championship. To be able to partner with Adam and Elliot for the endurance rounds, and for them to put their confidence in me to do my side of the job is extremely encouraging for the work I have put in to get here.

Ayhancan Guven

I’m excited to join Wright Motorsports for my Rolex 24 At Daytona debut. It’s the best way to start the new motorsport year. With the team and lineup, we have, we should definitely aim for the class win. I can’t wait to meet and work together with the crew towards a successful weekend.

Wright Motorsports
Wright Motorsports is the premier Porsche race engineering facility in Ohio and a multi-series and international racing team known for superb car preparation, expert race strategy, and driver development. Located in Batavia, Ohio, it is owned and directed by John Wright, a certified Porsche factory-trained technician. As a crew chief John Wright has played a key role in winning eight driver and seven team championships in World Challenge, IMSA (ALMS) and the Grand-Am Rolex Series. Wright Motorsports won the team championship in Porsche GT3 Cup USA in 2012, 2013, and 2015, and went on to win the Pirelli World Challenge Overall, Sprint, Team, and Manufacturer’s titles in 2017. In 2020, the team captured the GT World Challenge America Am championship. In 2021, Wright Motorsports had a wildly successful season, capturing nine championships across their five racing efforts.

ST. CHARLES, Ill. (December 11, 2024) – AO Racing’s beloved dragon, Spike, is ready to spread his wings for his sophomore season in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. The team has unveiled an impressive driver lineup for its seven-race campaign, led by returning driver PJ Hyett in the distinctive purple-and-orange LMP2 machine. Four-time IMSA Champion Dane Cameron will join Hyett for the full-season effort, while Jonny Edgar and Christian Rasmussen round out the roster for endurance events, including the season-opening Rolex 24 At Daytona.

“We’ve been putting a lot of effort into elevating the level of competitiveness of our LMP2 program these last few months,” said Team Principal Gunnar Jeannette. “To have the reigning IMSA and ELMS champions joining us along with another Daytona winner from last year is very special. I can’t wait to see what PJ, Dane, Jonny, and Christian can accomplish in Spike at Daytona and for the 2025 season.”

AO Racing’s debut LMP2 season showed tremendous promise. Hyett earned an astonishing four pole positions in just seven races, more than any other driver in the series. Although PJ and Spike are still chasing their first win, the addition of Cameron’s wealth of experience provides a robust foundation to contend for the championship.

Jonny Edgar, fresh off a title-winning season with AO by TF in the European Le Mans Series, will bolster the team’s efforts in the Michelin Endurance Cup, which comprises five extended events. Meanwhile, reigning Rolex 24 At Daytona winner Christian Rasmussen will join the team for the iconic endurance race, completing a formidable driver lineup.

The 2025 LMP2 Championship calendar mirrors that of 2024, kicking off with the Rolex 24 At Daytona on January 25-26.

DRIVER QUOTES

PJ Hyett | Full Season

We have an outstanding team ready to let Spike soar for our second LMP2 season, I can’t wait for Daytona!

Dane Cameron | Full Season

I am excited to join AO Racing and Spike in 2025. I think that PJ and Gunnar are creating something really special with Spike and Rexy, making new sportscar fans every race. LMP2 looks to be extremely competitive but we have a great line-up and everything we need to succeed this season. The goal is to bring PJ and Spike their first IMSA wins and championship.

Jonny Edgar | Michelin Endurance Cup

I am very grateful for the opportunity to join AO for the endurance rounds of the 2025 IMSA season. It is a privilege to be a part of the team, and I am hoping to continue the success I had with AO by TF in ELMS this season. Having teammates with so much experience will be great for me to learn from, and I cannot wait to work with PJ, Dane, and Christian. We all have the same goal; to win races and the championship!

Christian Rasmussen |Rolex 24 At Daytona

I’m really excited about the chance to race with AO Racing for the 2025 Rolex 24 at Daytona. Winning in ’24 was an amazing experience, and I think we’ve got a great shot at being right up front. With the lineup AO’s put together—PJ, Dane, and Johnny—I’m pumped about what we can achieve together.

About AO Racing

Founded in 2022 by PJ Hyett and Gunnar Jeannette, AO Racing has swiftly risen to prominence in the world of professional sports car racing. With an unwavering commitment to on-track excellence and fan engagement, AO Racing commands attention with its fun liveries and fan-friendly presence, becoming a dynamic force in the sport. Central to AO Racing’s success is its unique blend of performance and personality. The iconic liveries of “Rexy” and “Roxy,” the T-Rex Porsche 911 GT3 Rawrs and “Spike” the LMP2 Dragon have captivated fans worldwide, earning AO Racing a dedicated following. With a focus on making racing accessible and enjoyable for enthusiasts of all ages, AO Racing has become a beloved favorite among motorsport lovers. The team has a global footprint, with strong efforts in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, Asian Le Mans Series, European Le Mans Series, and the FIA World Endurance Championship. With passion, precision, and a touch of flair, AO Racing is writing the next chapter in the annals of motorsport history.