Cadillac teams with TWG Motorsports (Wayne Taylor Racing) to field an American entry on the Formula One grid, debuting at the Australian Grand Prix in what’s described as a long-shot bid that highlights growing U.S. interest in F1.
The 62nd Rolex 24 At Daytona kicks off the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship season with 59 cars starting the race, featuring Pipo Derani as the top qualifier. Chip Ganassi Racing is optimistic about their chances, while Wayne Taylor Racing with Andretti Acura ARX-06s strategizes to overcome the weight disadvantage. Pietro Fittipaldi will substitute for injured Clément Novalak, and the Heritage Display at the Fan Zone showcases historic racing cars. The race will be broadcast live on NBC and Peacock streaming platform, with warm weather expected throughout the event.
Louis Deletraz secured the GTP pole position for the Motul Petit Le Mans, giving Wayne Taylor Racing with Andretti Autosport the points lead in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. Deletraz set the fastest time in a challenging qualifying session held in drizzly conditions, beating Sebastien Bourdais and Augusto Farfus. In the LMP2 class, Ben Keating took pole position, while Glenn van Berlo secured the final pole position in the LMP3 class. In the GTD classes, Ian James set the fastest time in the first qualifying session, with Jack Hawksworth taking the GTD Pro pole position. The race will take place on Saturday.