Tom Sargent qualified first in Porsche Carrera Cup North America Race Brew qualifying at the Grand Prix of Long Beach on Friday – continuing his amazing recent run of success across the globe in Porsche machinery.
The Porsche Motorsport North America Selected Driver’s recent successes include a podium finish in IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship at Sebring with Wright Motorsport, a GT World Challenge by AWS class win with GMG Racing at Sonoma Raceway and a European Le Mans Series victory at Barcelona with Proton Competition – all aboard the new 2026-spec Porsche GT3 R.
In his first event with the Porsche 911 Cup (Type 992.2), Sargent posted the fastest time of one minute, 19.679 seconds – topping his fastest practice time earlier in the afternoon by .148 seconds.
It’s the Australian’s first appearance in the Porsche single-make series since finishing runner-up in the Pro class standings in 2023, the same year the series last visited southern California.
“There is always pressure,” said Sargent who was drafted into the GMG Racing machine for the weekend.
“To be honest, once I moved on from Carrera Cup, I didn’t think I was going to be back here. but it’s nice to be back…at one of the greatest street circuits there is.
“It was quite tight there in the end. I’m really happy with the laps, but a little bit of traffic hindered maybe some more performance we had. But, I think our racecar is really good and that is exciting.”
Starting behind Sargent will be Callum Hedge (JDX Racing) in second and Aaron Jeansonne (Kellymoss) in third.
Patrick Mulcahy ran atop all Solairus Aviation Pro-Am class charts on Friday, culminating in the pole position. The ACI Motorsports driver finished first in both practice sessions earlier in the day, and was more than a second ahead of the rest of his field.
“This is my home track, my office is just right across the street,” said Mulcahy, the Pro-Am class championship leader.
“I have my whole entire family, friends, and customers here celebrating an amazing race here at Long Beach. It feels amazing.
“They’re doing a tough job there at ACI. Adam is an awesome engineer, Ryan Yardley is an amazing coach, and we’ve got an amazing program there. Big kudos to them, the team did great and it’s my job to deliver.”
Making his season debut and starting second at Long Beach is Steve Wetterau (Kellymoss), followed by Josh Conley (Kellymoss) in third.
In the Solairus Aviation Masters class, Marco Cirone followed his recent pair of Sebring victories to score the pole for this weekend at Long Beach for ACI Motorsports.
Cirone followed Scott Blind in second place during both practices, but ran quicker by .528 seconds at the checkered flag.
“Everything went well, the team gave me such an amazing car,” said Cirone.
“The track got better and better, and we just learned. My coach, Dan Clarke, is doing a wonderful job telling me what to do and it seems to be working.”
The Carrera Cup races at Long Beach are scheduled for Saturday at 9:05am PT and Sunday at 11:20am.
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RESULTS.
Qualifying
Mobil Pro Class:
- Tom Sargent #32
- Callum Hedge #9
- Aaron Jeansonne #24
Solairus Aviation Pro-Am Class:
- Patrick Mulcahy #54
- Steve Wetterau #58
- Josh Conley #29
Solairus Aviation Masters Class:
- Marco Cirone #88
- Scott Blind #45
- Chris Bellomo #68
Practice 1
Mobil Pro Class:
- Tyler Maxson #77
- Tom Sargent #32
- Cole Kleck #78
Solairus Aviation Pro-Am Class:
- Patrick Mulcahy #54
- Steve Wetterau #58
- Josh Conley #29
Solairus Aviation Masters Class:
- Scott Blind #45
- Marco Cirone #88
- Chris Bellomo #68
Practice 2
Mobil Pro Class:
- Tom Sargent #32
- Callum Hedge #9
- Tyler Maxson #77
Solairus Aviation Pro-Am Class:
- Patrick Mulcahy #54
- Steve Wetterau #58
- Josh Conley #29
Solairus Aviation Masters Class:
- Scott Blind #45
- Marco Cirone #88
- Chris Bellomo #68
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Mitchell deJong finished 10th at Indianapolis to clinch the first-ever Porsche Esports Carrera Cup North America title, while Sean Campbell became the first driver other than deJong to earn a victory, winning Round 5 at the virtual Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course.
The race opened with the field tightly packed into Turn 1, with multiple cars running side-by-side through the opening sequence. DeJong and Xander Reed moved to the front early and controlled the pace, while a large lead group remained within reach on the straights.
For much of the first half, the order remained stable at the front. DeJong and Reed traded small advantages but stayed clear of immediate pressure, with the fight behind them building rather than breaking apart.
That changed dramatically with 18 minutes remaining.
Contact between deJong and Reed while battling for the lead broke up what had been another controlled run at the front for Coanda Esports. Both drivers dropped into traffic, handing the lead to Aiden Mataj and bringing a multi-car lead group back into contention.
Campbell avoided the incident and moved into position. He cleared Ross O’Connor for second, then closed on Mataj as the front two began to edge away.
With eight minutes to go, Campbell made the decisive move down the inside into turn one.
Behind them, the race stayed compressed. Positions changed constantly through the top 10, while deJong worked through traffic after the contact, focusing on maintaining the position needed to secure the title.
The final dramatic moment came on the final lap.
Mataj closed to within a few tenths through the final sector and committed to a late move. He sent the car to the inside under braking, with Campbell leaving the door open on entry before immediately switching back on exit.
Mataj overshot the corner and ran wide onto the grass. Campbell cut underneath, reclaimed the lead and controlled the run to the line.
“I saw him start to go really deep into the braking zone,” Campbell said. “At that point I knew he was going to try something, so I focused on getting the exit right rather than forcing it on entry.”
“As soon as I saw how fast he was coming in, I knew he wasn’t going to make the corner. So I let him go in, crossed back underneath, and once I had the exit, that was it.”
Campbell held the position through the final corners to take his first win of the season ahead of Mataj, ending deJong’s run of victories.
“I had to manage the tires at the end,” Campbell said. “I backed it down a bit, got them back, and just made sure I didn’t make a mistake when it mattered.”
Gregory Hovesen finished third after emerging from the lead group battles, followed by Alex Johnson and Antoine Lacharite. Michael Janney was sixth, with Ross O’Connor, Guillaume Lévesque and Kevin Desnoyers completing the top nine.
DeJong crossed the line in 10th, his lowest finish of the season, but with Reed finishing behind him, it secured the Porsche Esports Carrera Cup North America title.
It was not the clean finish he had managed in earlier rounds, but it was enough to complete the job heading into the finale next week on the iRacing virtual version of Road Atlanta.
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RESULTS.
Qualifying
- Mitchell deJong #48
- Aiden Mataisz #84
- Sean D Campbell #26
Race
- Sean D Campbell #26
- Aiden Mataisz #84
- Gregory Hovesen #33
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The famed 1.968-mile, 11-turn street circuit in Southern California is the site of races three and four of the 16-race championship. The all-new Porsche 911 Cup (Type 992.2) made its debut in the season opener at Sebring, along with the Pirelli P Zero DHG tire. The combination set a new track record in Central Florida.
Only five drivers who raced at Long Beach in 2023 return for this year’s edition of the race. Sabré Cook and Alan Metni return in the Pro Class. Cook was a rookie and finished 12th in her appearance at that race, while Metni scored a Saturday win in the Pro-Am class that season (and also won in 2022). Marco Cirone is now in Masters, but was the Sunday Pro-Am winner in 2023, with Chris Bellomo also returning as a past competitor.
Porsche Motorsport North America Selected Driver and 2024 Carrera Cup North America runner-up Tom Sargent will join as a last minute VIP entry for GMG Racing. Sargent went on to finish second in both races at Long Beach in 2023.
The Porsche 911 Cup car delivers circa 520 PS from a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter boxer engine shared with the unit used in the Porsche 911 GT3 road car. The car has already proven to be quicker and more practical than the prior-generation car thanks to refined aerodynamics, cockpit ergonomics and updated electronics. In testing drivers got a feel for the newly added air conditioning system. The type 992.2 car is featured in just four championships this season; that includes Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup, Porsche Carrera Cup Germany and Porsche Carrera Cup Asia in addition to Porsche Carrera Cup North America.
Grand Prix of Long Beach fast facts.
Field.
23 Porsche 911 Cup race cars are entered for Round 2 at the Long Beach street circuit.
- Mobil Pro Class. 15
- Solairus Aviation Pro-Am Class. 3
- Solairus Aviation Masters Class. 5
- Teams. 8 race teams across all three classes
Track record.
1:19.246, 2023, Riley Dickinson, Kellymoss Porsche 911 GT3 Cup (Type 992.1)
2023 Race winners.
- Pro Class.
- Race 1, Riley Dickinson, Kellymoss
- Race 2, Will Martin, JDX Racing
- Pro-Am Class.
- Race 1, Alan Metni, Kellymoss
- Race 2, Marco Cirone, ACI Motorsports
- Masters Class.
- Races 1 & 2, Mark Kvamme, MDK Motorsports
2026 Championship Leaders.
- Mobil Pro Class.
- Tyler Maxson, TOPP Racing
- Solairus Aviation Pro-Am Class.
- Patrick Mulcahy, ACI Motorsports
- Solairus Aviation Masters Class.
- Marco Circone, ACI Motorsports
- Rookie.
- Cole Kleck, TOPP Racing
- Team.
- TOPP Racing
Schedule.
All times Pacific
- Friday, April 17.7:45 – 8:15am | Practice 111:45am – 12:15pm | Practice 24:40 – 5:10pm | Qualifying
- Saturday, April 18. 9:05 – 9:45am | Race 1 (40 minutes)
- Friday, April 19.11:20am – 12:00pm | Race 2 (40 minutes)
Street course return.
Porsche Carrera Cup North America is back at Long Beach for the first time since 2023. Riley Dickinson (USA; Kellymoss) and Will Martin (Great Britain; JDX Racing) split that weekend, with Martin’s victory making him the youngest winner in Porsche Carrera Cup North America history. At 20 years, 27 days, he remains the record holder. Janne Stiak (ACI Motorsports) and Paul Bocuse (Kellymoss) are both younger in the 2026 championship.
Five stars.
The combination of the Porsche 911 Cup (Type 992.2) car and the Pirelli racing tire got rave reviews after the opening weekend, and the time sheets backed up the claim. Both races at Sebring were green flag for the entirety of the race, and all three classes set new track records in the season opener.
Street racers.
Some Porsche Carrera Cup North America drivers choose to focus on the ANDIAL Cup, comprised of traditional North American road courses, foregoing Long Beach, Miami and Circuit of the Americas, which are run in conjunction with Formula One or IndyCar. Others, like Solairus Aviation Pro-Am driver Steve Wetterau, show up in these unique events. Wetterau will drive for Kellymoss this weekend not far from his home in Newport Beach, California.
Now in sports cars.
Though it’s his rookie season in Porsche Carrera Cup North America, Callum Hedge knows his way around the Long Beach layout. Hedge raced here for two years in Indy NXT, finishing fourth in 2024.
California dreaming.
The entry list is littered with drivers who call Southern California home. In the Mobil Pro class, Nikita Lastochkin resides in Los Angeles, while John Capestro-Dubets and Connor Bloum list San Diego as hometowns. The entire Solairus Aviation Pro-Am class fits the description, ranging from the coast (Mulcahy, Wetterau) to further inland (Conley). Rob Walker in the Solairus Aviation Masters class is a San Diego resident.
Rookie chase.
While his TOPP Racing teammate led the way in the overall standings, Cole Kleck got a jump on the rookie field with 50 points at Sebring. Kleck, a graduate and 2025 Porsche Sprint Challenge North America Champion, led the way in both races at Sebring. John Capestro-Dubets and Nikita Lastochkin are not far behind with 37 points each.
Analog and digital.
The Porsche Esports Carrera Cup North America is now four races deep, and everyone is chasing Coanda Esports driver Mitchell deJong. After four races, deJong remains perfect, sweeping the season to this point. The iRacing-based championship features 40 Porsche 911 Cup (Type 992.2) cars. 2025 Porsche Carrera Cup North America Rookie Champion Aaron Jeansonne has qualified for the series, however his ‘analog’ racing program means he can only race in a selected number of ‘digital’ Carrera Cup events.
Class descriptions.
Mobil Pro Class.
The highest level of competition in the Porsche Carrera Cup North America. The class is recognized through its orange color scheme. The car entry number will be delineated in orange on the doors, the windshield and rear glass. Headlight covers will be clear with orange cross-marks, with the addition of orange highlights on the side mirrors and front bumper splitters.
Solairus Aviation Pro-Am Class.
Restricted to drivers who are 35 years old or older as of 1 January, 2026. The class is recognized through its green color scheme. The car entry number will be delineated in green on the doors, the windshield and rear glass. Headlight covers will be clear with green cross-marks, with the addition of green highlights on the side mirrors and front bumper splitters.
Solairus Aviation Masters Class.
This class is open to drivers who are 50 years old or older as of 1 January, 2026. The class is recognized through its yellow color scheme. The car entry number will be delineated in yellow on the doors, the windshield and rear glass. Headlight covers will be clear with yellow cross-marks, with the addition of yellow highlights on the side mirrors and front bumper splitters.
Entry list.
The full Porsche Carrera Cup North America entry list can be found by clicking here.
Points and results.
Event results and current points for Porsche Carrera Cup North America can be found by clicking here.
Broadcast.
All Porsche Carrera Cup North America races stream live – and are available to watch anytime – on the Porsche Motorsport North America & IMSA YouTube channels. Stay up-to-date on all the latest news by following Porsche Motorsport North America on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and Twitter, and by subscribing to the newsletter.
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Mitchell deJong delivered a remarkable performance to remain perfect in Porsche Esports Carrera Cup North America, making it four wins from four starts with a commanding and composed drive at Road America.
In a race defined by early chaos, constant slipstream battles, and relentless pressure, the Coanda Esports driver once again rose above it all, starting from pole and leading every lap to take victory ahead of Michael Janney and Antoine Lacharite.
The race began with immediate drama.
The field charged into Turn 1 nearly four-wide, with drivers fighting for position on the opening lap. Multiple contact incidents in turn one and again in turn three resulted in an early safety car to bring the field under control.
After returning to green with 30 minutes remaining, a pivotal moment came in the fight for the podium when Xander Reed made contact with Manuel Troncoso, who was running second at the time. The incident shuffled Troncoso down the order, dropping him several positions and out of podium contention in a race where track position was critical.
Race officials reviewed the contact and issued a penalty to Reed, forcing him to relinquish positions and drop back behind Troncoso. By that point, however, both drivers had lost significant ground, effectively ending their chances of fighting at the front.
DeJong avoided the trouble and charged ahead at the front. Behind him, Coanda Esports teammate Janney moved into second place in the second half of the race, while Lacharite quietly worked his way forward, avoiding the incidents that caught out others and putting himself in contention for a podium finish.
Out front, deJong remained composed, managing the gap and avoiding mistakes as the race reached its closing stages.
DeJong said the race demanded complete focus from start to finish, particularly with how aggressive the opening laps were.
“Every race so far has been a battle, but this one felt the most intense right from the start,” deJong said.
“You’re going into Turn 1 with cars all around you, and you know one small mistake can end your race. Once things settled down, it was all about managing the gap and not giving anyone an opportunity.”
Janney stayed within reach in the closing stages, ultimately finishing just under half a second behind after a strong, measured drive.
“I felt like we were in a good position for most of the race, especially with how important the draft is here,” Janney said.
“You’re always trying to time your runs and not get stuck in the wrong place. I was pushing at the end, but Mitchell didn’t give me a chance to get close enough to make a move.”
Lacharite completed the podium after keeping his race clean and capitalizing on the mistakes happening around him in the pack.
“A lot was going on, especially in the early laps, so the priority was just to stay out of trouble,” Lacharite said.
“Once the race started to spread out a bit, I knew we had the pace to move forward. Getting a podium from that kind of race feels really rewarding.”
Just behind the podium, Jaden Munoz and Troncoso completed the top five, with Troncoso recovering well after the earlier contact that dropped him out of contention for second.
Four races into the season, deJong remains perfect. Next up, the championship heads to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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RESULTS.
Qualifying
- Mitchell deJong #48
- Xander Reed #77
- Michael Janney #23
Race
- Mitchell deJong #48
- Michael Janney #23
- Antoine Lacharite #21
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Porsche Motorsport North America continues to broaden the scope of its Porsche Mobil 1™ Female Driver Program in 2026, expanding beyond traditional Porsche one-make racing championships.
The evolution comes as Porsche and the Mobil 1™ brand approach a major milestone, with 2026 marking 30 years of global motorsport collaboration between the two brands.
Originally centered around Porsche’s one-make ladder, the program has evolved into a wider development platform this season, with drivers now competing in series including Porsche Carrera Cup North America, Porsche Sprint Challenge North America by Yokohama, GT World Challenge America by AWS, Pirelli GT4 America, and IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge.
The 2026 roster reflects that expansion, featuring a diverse group of drivers across the sports car racing landscape:
- Sabré Cook – Porsche Carrera Cup North America
- Anna Cecchi – Porsche Sprint Challenge North America by Yokohama
- Therese Lahlouh – GT World Challenge America
- Madeline Stewart – IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge
- Loni Unser – Pirelli GT4 America
- Ashley Freiberg – Pirelli GT4 America
- Erika Hoffmann – Pirelli GT4 America
By extending its reach into open competition sports car racing, the initiative now more closely aligns with Porsche Motorsport’s broader driver development pyramid, offering participants experience beyond sprint-format one-make competition.
Sabré Cook, the inaugural member of the program, emphasized the impact of that continued support.
“There are very few programs in motorsport that combine opportunity with real development in the way this one does,” Cook said.
“When I joined Carrera Cup in 2023, the support from Porsche Motorsport North America and the Mobil 1 brand was absolutely instrumental in making that step possible and in helping me be prepared for it.
“It’s not just about getting on the grid; it’s about having the structure, resources, and guidance to actually grow once you’re there.
“To now see the program expand in 2026 across multiple championships shows a real commitment to building something sustainable for women in the sport.”
Therese Lahlouh highlighted the structured pathway the program provides.
“I think there are very few manufacturers who are truly putting action behind intention,” Lahlouh said. “Porsche and the Mobil 1 brand have created a structured system that not only identifies talent but also nurtures it.
“For someone like me, with limited experience in motorsport, exposure to a program like this and the development opportunities it provides have really accelerated my career in exactly the way I needed and helped me maximize my potential. It’s not just true for me, but for all the women in the program.
“I went from grassroots racing to Porsche Sprint Challenge North America by Yokohama just three years ago, and now I’m the only woman in the world competing full-time in a Porsche 911 GT3 R. That’s a testament to how well programs like this work and the importance of identifying the right people who can truly use the opportunity to launch themselves toward their dreams.”
Madeline Stewart, now competing in IMSA’s Pilot Challenge in a Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport, pointed to the program’s role in her progression.
“Having the support from Porsche Motorsport North America, along with the Mobil 1 brand and being a part of the Mobil 1 Female Driver Program, has really been crucial to my performance and my opportunities here in North America,” Stewart said.
“Without their support, I wouldn’t have been on the grid in Carrera Cup, so I’m really grateful to be a part of the program.
“I’ve also had the opportunity through that program to learn so much about being a good racing driver – being well-rounded inside the race car and outside of it. That’s been crucial to my development and really put me in this position.”
The program continues to emphasize not only on-track performance, but also professional development away from the cockpit, including media training, fitness, and technical education.
The long-standing relationship between Porsche and Mobil 1™ adds further weight to the program’s continued growth. Since the mid-1990s, the partnership has played a key role in Porsche’s global motorsport success, and the 2026 season will mark 30 years of collaboration across endurance racing, one-make championships, and customer racing programs worldwide.
“Programs like the Porsche Mobil 1 Female Driver Program prove that meaningful progress happens when opportunity is paired with long-term development,” says Kelli H. Wright, Director of Lubricants Global Markets for Mobil 1.
“As an advocate for advancing women in this industry, I’m proud to see the real impact of the program and to help expand this initiative across multiple racing platforms, building sustainable pathways for women in motorsport.”
According to Porsche Motorsport North America President and CEO Volker Holzmeyer, Porsche one‑make racing remains the foundation of the brand’s driver development pathway.
“Porsche one‑make racing is where drivers learn what it means to compete the Porsche way,” Holzmeyer said. “It provides an exceptional platform for developing racecraft, professionalism, and technical understanding, and it continues to be a cornerstone of our Motorsport ecosystem.”
Holzmeyer emphasized that as drivers build on that foundation and progress into broader GT racing environments, Porsche’s commitment remains unchanged.
“As drivers graduate from Porsche one‑make competition and expand into multi‑brand GT racing, our support continues,” he said. “We’re proud to follow their journeys as they take the next steps in their careers, carrying the values and experience gained in our one‑make championships into some of the most competitive series in North America – still racing Porsche.”
“Our role is to provide continuity and confidence as these drivers grow, whether they are competing in Carrera Cup, GT World Challenge powered by AWS, Pirelli GT4 America, or the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge. Porsche one‑make racing prepares them for that challenge, and we’re proud to stand behind them as they progress.”
“The Mobil 1™ brand is a critical component in that journey, helping support our drivers as they advance within the Porsche Motorsport Pyramid.”
With representation across multiple series and race formats – and with a historic milestone arriving in the Porsche and the Mobil 1™ relationship – the 2026 program marks a clear shift toward a more integrated and comprehensive approach, positioning its drivers for long-term success at the highest levels of sports car racing.
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Mitchell deJong was forced to fight for his third consecutive Porsche Esports Carrera Cup North America victory, retaking the lead on the final lap at Watkins Glen to secure another Coanda Esports 1–2 finish ahead of Xander Reed.
Unlike the opening rounds, deJong remained under constant pressure at the front. He took the lead on the opening lap after qualifying second, but repeated safety car periods erased any advantage, repeatedly bringing Reed and the rest of the field back into contention.
The interruptions also led to incidents in the pack, eliminating several drivers, including real-world Porsche Carrera Cup North America racer Aaron Jeansonne in the opening phase.
Each restart placed deJong under renewed pressure. Reed remained close throughout, positioning himself for a late challenge as the race stayed tightly bunched into the closing laps.
With under three minutes to go, Reed made his move at the chicane to take the race lead only for deJong to take the top spot back on the following lap.
“I felt really comfortable, but it was a lot more intense this time,” deJong said.
“Every restart brought everyone right back to me, so there was no chance to manage a gap. You had to be perfect every time.
“After Xander got by, I knew if I stayed close, I might get one more chance.
“Xander made a great move, but I was able to position the car well and get it back. It came down to the last lap, which made it a really fun race.”
Reed’s late charge fell just short, but the result completed a third consecutive 1–2 finish for Coanda Esports.
“We pushed hard all race,” Reed said.
“The safety cars kept mixing things up, and that gave me a shot at the end. I got by, but Mitchell came straight back at me. It was close, but it’s still a great result for the team.”
Guillaume Lévesque completed the podium in third after running consistently near the front following the safety car interruptions.
“It was intense the whole way through,” Lévesque said. “With all the restarts, it was about staying clean and taking opportunities when they came.”
Lévesque maintained position through the closing laps to secure the final podium place.
“To come away with third in a race like that feels solid,” he said. “There wasn’t much margin for error, so I focused on being consistent and keeping it together.”
IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge Czabok-Simpson Motorsport driver Morgan Burkhard impressed on his Porsche Esports Carrera Cup North America debut, keeping clean through multiple safety car periods to secure seventh place.
The result keeps Coanda Esports unbeaten at the front through three races, all in the same 1–2 order.
The championship continues next Wednesday at America’s [virtual] National Park of Speed – Road America.
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RESULTS.
Qualifying
- Maximillian Muir #99
- Mitchell deJong #48
- MIchael Janney #23
Race
- Mitchell deJong #48
- Xander Reed #77
- Guillaume Lévesque #44
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Porsche Motorsport North America Selected Driver Tom Sargent enters the next phase of his career riding a wave of momentum, adding a full-season campaign in the European Le Mans Series to an already successful 2026 season across North America.
Sargent arrives in Europe on the back of a breakthrough run of results, including victory in GT World Challenge America with GMG Racing alongside Kyle Washington last weekend.
Just weeks earlier, Sargent also stood on the podium in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, finishing third at Sebring with Adam Adelson and Callum Ilott in the grueling Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring.
The Australian now adds a major European endurance program with Proton Competition, where he will contest the ELMS season alongside Porsche factory driver Richard Lietz and American driver Matt Kurzejewski.
A new chapter begins in Europe.
“This is a big milestone for me,” said Sargent. “To go and race in Europe and experience these tracks is something I’ve always wanted to do. It feels similar to when I first came to the U.S. and started ticking off those circuits. Now I get to do that again in Europe, and that’s really special.
“I’ve already been fortunate to sample a couple of these venues, and just arriving at places you’ve watched on TV for years is incredible. It’s a pretty surreal feeling, and it’s going to be a big step in my development as a driver.”
The six-round ELMS championship will take Sargent across some of the world’s most iconic venues:
2026 European Le Mans Series schedule
12 April – 4 Hours of Barcelona (Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Spain)
3 May – 4 Hours of Le Castellet (Circuit Paul Ricard, France)
5 July – 4 Hours of Imola (Imola Circuit, Italy)
23 August – 4 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps (Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium)
13 September – 4 Hours of Silverstone (Silverstone Circuit, United Kingdom)
10 October – 4 Hours of Portimão (Algarve International Circuit, Portugal)
12 April – 4 Hours of Barcelona (Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Spain)
3 May – 4 Hours of Le Castellet (Circuit Paul Ricard, France)
5 July – 4 Hours of Imola (Imola Circuit, Italy)
23 August – 4 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps (Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium)
13 September – 4 Hours of Silverstone (Silverstone Circuit, United Kingdom)
10 October – 4 Hours of Portimão (Algarve International Circuit, Portugal)
“To be paired with someone like Richard is huge,” Sargent added. “He brings so much experience and knowledge, and having that around you is invaluable. I think we’ve got a really strong lineup, and I’m looking forward to what we can achieve together. “I’ve been able to work with Matt now for a few days, and he has been great. We clicked straight away, and I really like working with him.”
Heritage-inspired livery marks 75 years of Porsche Motorsport.
Sargent’s ELMS entry will carry a special livery created to celebrate 75 years of Porsche Motorsport, blending historic design cues with modern identity.
The concept draws direct inspiration from the Porsche 356 SL, the car that delivered Porsche’s first class victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1951. Reflecting that heritage, the design adopts a deliberately minimalistic and functional approach.
A classic silver base forms the foundation of the livery, mirroring the understated look of its historic predecessor. Along the sides, the iconic round number panel returns as a clear nod to Porsche’s early motorsport identity, now featuring the number “75” to mark the anniversary.
To bridge past and present, the design also integrates elements from Porsche’s modern GT3 R communication livery, incorporating its distinctive pattern into the overall scheme. The result is a cohesive visual identity that reflects 75 years of Porsche Motorsport evolution – combining tradition with modern GT3 performance.
Expanding GT3 experience across global platforms.
The ELMS campaign complements a full slate of competition in North America, where Sargent continues to establish himself as one of Porsche’s rising GT talents.
He remains part of Wright Motorsports’ endurance lineup in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, while his full-season GT World Challenge America campaign with GMG Racing continues to deliver results.
“It’s been a really exciting year already,” Sargent said. “The GT World Challenge program has been a great platform, especially with the longer race format.
You’re learning how to manage races differently, how to work with your team over a longer stint, and that all ties directly into what I’ll be doing in ELMS.”
“That Sebring podium felt like a win for us,” he added. “It’s such a tough race, physically and mentally, and to come away with a result like that meant a lot to everyone involved.”
Porsche Pyramid progression continues
Sargent’s rise through the Porsche ranks – from Porsche Michelin Sprint Challenge Australia champion to Porsche Carrera Cup North America race winner & 2024 Championship runner-up, and now into GT3 and international endurance racing – highlights the strength of the Porsche development pathway.
“The Porsche Pyramid really works,” he said. “I was able to get to GT3 level a lot quicker than I expected, and without that program, I wouldn’t be in this position.
“To be recognized as a Selected Driver and continue that relationship is something I’m really proud of. The goal is to keep building, keep improving, and stay within Porsche long-term.”
With strong results already secured and a full international schedule ahead, Sargent now enters a defining season in his career.
“It’s a bit of a pinch-me moment,” he said. “A few years ago, I was towing my own car to local tracks in Australia. Now I’m racing in the U.S. and Europe in top-level GT3 competition.
“But it just motivates you more. You want to keep pushing, keep improving, and make the most of every opportunity. This year is a big step, and I’m excited to see where it leads.”
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Mitchell deJong continued his perfect start to the Porsche Esports Carrera Cup North America season, leading home Coanda teammate Xander Reed to secure a second consecutive 1–2 finish for Coanda Esports on iRacing at the Miami International Autodrome, home of the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix.
The result mirrored the season opener at Sebring and further established Coanda as the early benchmark in the iRacing championship.
Starting from the second row, deJong capitalized immediately on a chaotic run into Turn 1, where the field compressed four-wide on cold tires and triggered an early incident that forced a full-course yellow safety car period. He emerged with the lead and controlled the race from there, managing the gap through a tense second half on the tight, wall-lined street circuit.
Reed slotted in behind his teammate and remained within striking distance throughout, with limited opportunities to make a move as the race unfolded.
“It’s still a brand new car for a lot of us, so we just keep pushing and seeing what we can get,” deJong said.
“So I got lucky there at the start, but that was really good to have another awesome one-two result with us. That was a really good day.”
“As much as it is a team thing between Xander and I, it is an individual championship. So, for us, all we can do is work hard together and get the most out of ourselves. It’s nice to have the upper hand at least initially, and we’ll just keep fighting, keep learning more about this car.”
Behind him, Reed delivered another composed drive to secure his second consecutive runner-up finish and complete the Coanda sweep, opting against a late-race move that could have jeopardized the result.
“Yeah, it definitely gets a little spicy into T1 here with such a tight corner, and cold tires always make everything interesting,” Reed said.
“But everyone held their own at the front, and there weren’t any big issues that I had with anyone. It felt like it was pretty good.”
“I was pretty content with P2 for now. I didn’t want to cause any chaos with Mitchell or me, lose a bunch of positions, or cause a crash or something. So I wanted to just keep the one-two for the team and just move on to Watkins Glen.”
Sean D Campbell completed the podium after being shuffled back in the opening sequence, recovering to third in the race.
Across the field, the 40-minute sprint produced constant action, with multiple incidents and position changes highlighting the intensity of the spec Porsche 911 Cup (Type 992.2) machinery on iRacing.
At the front, however, nothing changed once deJong took control.
The Porsche Esports Carrera Cup North America season continues next week at Watkins Glen International, where the field will look to break Coanda’s early stranglehold on the championship.
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RESULTS.
Qualifying
- Sean D Campbell #26
- Xander Reed #77
- Mitchell deJong #48
Race
- Mitchell deJong #48
- Xander Reed #77
- Sean D Campbell #26
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The three drivers who stood atop the Porsche Carrera Cup North America podium at Sebring International Raceway on Thursday returned to their same places on Friday during the series’ opening weekend.
In the Mobil Pro class, Tyler Maxson was uncontested for his first win on Thursday, but had to fight harder for his success in Race 2 with TOPP Racing. He narrowly beat a hard-charging Aaron Jeansonne on Friday by .674 seconds to the checkered flag.
“These guys did so much work over the offseason, so I’m happy to show off what this car can do,” said Maxson, a Porsche Junior Program North America driver. “Hopefully, we can carry this momentum into the rest of the year with these guys who have built such a strong package. We have such a strong team, just really happy to carry the momentum we ended off last year with.
“Anytime you walk out with a double win and maximum points, it helps build confidence. But we’re not naïve to how difficult this championship is and how difficult this road is going to be. So we just have to keep working and trudging away, and try to get as good of a package for the next race.”
While Maxson fended off his sophomore rival Jeansonne, rookie Callum Hedge slid into third place for his best finish of the weekend.
In the Solairus Aviation Pro-Am class, Patrick Mulcahy remained the undisputed driver to beat by winning both races at Sebring. Particularly on Friday, the ACI Motorsports driver finished more than 17 seconds ahead of his next closest competitor.
“It always feels good to win a race handedly,” said Mulcahy. “It felt great, but it was hot out today.
“But I can’t complain, it’s a good way to start the year – pole, double win. Let’s take it to Long Beach and do it again.”
Mulcahy finished ahead of James Sofronas in second place and Josh Conley in third.
Adding to the successful Sebring weekend was Mulcahy’s teammate, Marco Cirone, in the Solairus Aviation Masters class. After winning Race 1, Cirone started amongst the Pro competitors and ran a clean, 40-minute contest to sweep the weekend.
“The team gave me a great car,” said Cirone. “My coach, Dan (Clarke), is telling me what to do and evidently, it’s working.
“Usually I do things on my own, I’m very stubborn but in this particular case, they’re telling me what to do and I’m doing it. And everything has worked out great, it’s been a wonderful weekend.”
Rob Walker climbed to within two seconds of Cirone’s gap for second place, followed by Kayden Kelly in third.
The next round for Porsche Carrera Cup North America takes place at the Long Beach Street Circuit in southern California from April 17 – 19.
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RESULTS.
Race 2
Mobil Pro Class:
- Tyler Maxson #77
- Aaron Jeansonne #24
- Calum Hedge #9
Solairus Aviation Pro-Am Class:
- Patrick Mulcahy #54
- James Sofronas #14
- Josh Conley #29
Solairus Aviation Masters Class:
- Marco Cirone #88
- Rob Walker #53
- Kayden Kelly #80
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The first North American race for the Porsche 911 Cup (Type 992.2) and for the 2026 Porsche Carrera Cup North America season went to Tyler Maxson in an eye-catching battle at Sebring International Raceway.
Maxson, a Porsche Junior Program North America driver, led the opening lap after starting from pole position, but fell back to Jared Thomas (JTR Race Engineering) on Lap 2. The battle began at Turn 16 of the 3.74-mile circuit and lasted through Turn 3. But Thomas only held the top spot for 10 minutes until Maxson fought for it back.
Maxson went on for the Mobil Pro class victory by nearly eight seconds, while setting the K1 Speed Fastest Lap of the race with a new Sebring track record of 2:02.662. Maxson’s Race Brew Pole time of 2:00.313 obliterated Riley Dickinson’s previous 2023 record of 2:01.667.
“These TOPP guys have just put in so much work over the offseason to get us into the spot that we need to be,” said Maxson. “I’m just happy I could show it, that their hard work paid off.
“It’s still a long season, we’ve got a lot of races left to go. Really strong competition, so we’ve just got to keep the momentum going forward.”
In their battle, Maxson and Thomas allowed Aaron Jeansonne (Kellymoss) to close in before the race’s end. Thomas held on for second, but only by .146 seconds over Jeansonne, last season’s Rookie Driver champion.
Meanwhile, ACI Motorsports driver Patrick Mulcahy put on a masterclass performance in the Solairus Aviation Pro-Am category, leading flag-to-flag and running amongst Pro drivers throughout the race. Mulcahy not only led both practice sessions on Wednesday and captured pole on Thursday, but also finished eighth overall in Race 1.
“It feels absolutely amazing, I enjoyed every minute of it,” said Mulcahy, who finished 10 places higher on the overall charts than the next closest Pro-Am competitor. “JCD (Dubets), a good friend of mine, him and I battled for a long while and same with Connor Bloum. It was a blast out there.”
James Sofronas finished second place behind Mulcahy, followed by Brady Behrman in third.
ACI Motorsports was not only victorious in Pro-Am, but also with Marco Cirone starting and finishing first in the Solairus Aviation Masters class on Thursday. However, his success did not come easily.
The Canadian driver qualified on pole, but lost the position on Lap 1 to his teammate Richard Edge. Cirone regained the spot midway through the race and Edge finished behind by less than one second.
“It feels fantastic, especially the first one of the season,” said Cirone, who placed a season-high best of third place at Sebring in 2025. “Everything went well, including this morning’s qualifying. I want to thank the team for giving me an amazing car. If it wasn’t for them, I don’t think I’d be able to have that pace.”
Trailing the ACI Motorsports Masters duo was Rob Walker (JTR Motorsports Engineering) and his Herbie-inspired 911 Cup car in third place after a post race penalty was handed to Scott Blind (Ruckus Racing).
Friday concludes Porsche Carrera Cup activity at Sebring with Race 2 at 5:45pm ET.
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RESULTS.
Race 1
Mobil Pro Class:
- Tyler Maxson #77
- Jared Thomas #96
- Aaron Jeansonne #24
Solairus Aviation Pro-Am Class:
- Patrick Mulcahy #54
- James Sofronas #14
- Brady Behrman #28
Solairus Aviation Masters Class:
- Marco Cirone #88
- Richard Edge #18
- Rob Walker #53
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