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Sebring Delivers Strong Runs from OEMs, Teams, Michelin

Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring delivers thrilling finish, manufacturer diversity, all on Michelin tires…

The Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring presented by Cadillac brought out an all-time attendance record according to IMSA. Fans were greeted with an addition to the GTP class.

“We’re especially excited to welcome Lamborghini (SC63) to the Michelin Endurance Cup,” said Jason Anzalone, Director of Motorsports, Michelin North America.

The new Michelin Pilot Sport Pro racing tire continued to build upon its successful debut in the 2024 IMSA season with fast, consistent and extended performance.

“Equally as important to Michelin is the GTD, GTD Pro category, where we’re showcasing our innovative tire solution, the Michelin Pilot Sport Pro tire with double stint capable technology,” Anzalone added.

The 12-hour race featured a 58-car field, with the GTD and GTD Pro classes making up 34 of those entries. The new tire performance earned praise from Lexus driver Jack Hawksworth who set a new lap record in qualifying.

The race saw intense battles at the end in the GTP and GTD Pro classes building to a thrilling finish.

Twelve Hours of Sebring  Results:
GTP: No. 40 WTRAndretti Acura ARX-06
LMP2: No. 18 Era Motorsport Oreca 07 Gibson
GTD Pro: No. 14  Vasser Sullivan Lexus RC F GT3
GTD: No. 57 Winward Racing Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evo

Up Next:

The WeatherTech Championship now heads to Southern California for the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach on Sat., April 20. The race can be seen on Peacock and USA Network.

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