Porsche Carrera Cup North America racer Sabré Cook is set to return to the championship in 2025, joining forces with the Denver, CO-based championship-winning squad, JDX Racing.
Cook became the first-ever female driver in the championship when she debuted in 2023 and also became the first Porsche Mobil 1 Female Driver Program member.
JDX Racing won the overall Pro class championship in Carrera Cup in 2022 with Parker Thompson and took overall race wins last season with Zach Vanier and Alex Sedgwick.
“I’m beyond excited to join JDX Racing for the 2025 Porsche Carrera Cup North America season,” explained Cook.
“JDX has a proven track record of success, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to race with such a top-tier team.
“The Porsche 911 GT3 Cup car is an incredible machine. I’m looking forward to pushing myself, adapting to work with the team, delivering great performances, and improving on results from last season. I can’t wait to get started at Sebring.”
Cook is eagerly awaiting the chance to compete in 2025 with JDX – doing battle with a team that focuses exclusively on the Pro class in Carrera Cup.
“I’ve really been anticipating the start of the 2025 Carrera Cup season. In the two previous seasons, I’ve gained valuable experience and had some really positive moments, but each certainly had its own set of challenges,” Cook said.
“I suffered a severe concussion in 2023 at Indy when I was collected by an out-of-control car – then last year, having to switch teams mid-season was less than ideal. Both situations were out of my control but I learned and grew through the challenges to come out stronger and more resilient.”
“JDX has an incredible record in Carrera Cup. Joining an organization like this allows me to truly focus on getting the best possible performance out of myself and the car – without having to worry about outside distractions.”
While Cook was a trailblazer in Porsche one-make racing, she will again be joined on the grid by multiple female racers looking to use these steps on the Porsche pyramid to further their careers as part of the Porsche Mobil 1 Female Driver Program.
“It’s gratifying to see more and more female racers entering Porsche one-make racing, and we’re all so appreciative of the support from both Porsche and Mobil 1,” Cook said.
“We’re now seeing so many girls competing in championships in IMSA, SRO, and all types of racing across the country. All of us are focused on reaching our top potential, but we also take seriously the fact that we are role models for young girls who are interested in racing and hope we can inspire and set a great example for them.”
“The number of female competitors expands every single year, and that is amazing.”
Starting her career in karting, Cook quickly progressed through the ranks, competing in the USF2000 Championship and then racing internationally in the W Series, the all-female single-seater championship. Alongside her racing career, Cook holds a degree in mechanical engineering and has worked with top-tier motorsport organizations.
“When I’m in the car, I have to focus on the driving side of the job and leave the engineering to the team. But having that knowledge can be beneficial in communicating with my engineer and advantageous when working to develop a setup,” Cook said.
“I was very fortunate that my education and work experience took me all the way into Formula 1, but for now, my focus is behind the wheel. There will be plenty of time to put my engineer hat back on once I hang the helmet one day, but I am in no rush at all for that to happen.”
In 2024, JDX Racing took four wins overall and had three drivers finish in the top ten in points – including two of the top four.
Founded in 2008 by former racers Jeremy Dale and Harrison Brix, JDX has built a strong reputation for developing top-tier talent and delivering championship-caliber performances. Team principal Dale is confident that Cook will substantially add to the championship-winning team.
“We are thrilled to welcome Sabré to JDX Racing for the 2025 season,” said Dale.
“She has demonstrated exceptional skill, determination, and adaptability throughout her career, and we believe she will be a fantastic fit within our program. What impressed us the most is Sabré’s tenacity in pursuing her goals in motorsport.
“She has faced many obstacles, yet nothing ever holds her back. Porsche Carrera Cup North America is an incredibly competitive championship, and we’re excited to see what she can accomplish in a JDX Porsche.”
