Forte Adds Third McLaren Trophy Entry for Holton, Teo

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Forte Racing will add a third McLaren Trophy America entry this season with confirmation that Paul Holton and Kaia Teo set to co-drive the No. 8 McLaren Artura Trophy EVO.

Teo, who previously took part in Pirelli GT4 America with Crucial Motorsports piloting a McLaren Artura GT4, later went onto race for fellow McLaren squad Orlando Motorsports Services in 2024 and is now set for her return to full-time competition.

Holton, who previously served as director of partnerships at Crucial and operations director at OMS, has most recently focused on his driving duties, primarily with Team TGM in IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge competition, where he contributed to the team’s 2024 GS championship-winning season.

“I can’t begin to express how excited I am to be going racing this year in McLaren Trophy America with my good friend Kaia,” said Holton.

“This has been a multi-year endeavor getting her ready and helping her progress through motorsports and this crazy racing industry, so I’m extremely excited to see her compete this year.

“I’m also looking forward to getting the season started with her and Forte Racing.

“The program that Shane, Alan, and the rest of the Forte Racing crew have put together is certainly strong enough to propel us to many strong results this year.”

Teo added: “As a longtime McLaren fan, getting the opportunity to compete in a championship dedicated to such an iconic brand truly feels like a dream come true.”

Team owner Shane Seneviratne said the addition of Teo and Holton reflects the continued strength and growth of the program.

“Kaia has shown tremendous dedication and growth in a short period of time and pairing her with a driver like Paul brings valuable experience and leadership to the program,” he said.

“This is exactly the type of lineup we aim to build at Forte Racing, where developing talent and competing at a high level go hand in hand.

“We’re looking forward to seeing what they can accomplish together this season.”

The McLaren Trophy America season kicks off next weekend at Sonoma Raceway.

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