Ford Racing Announces Driver Lineup for Inaugural Veterans Day Classic
DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY, FL – Ford Racing revealed its 12-driver lineup for the inaugural Veterans Day Classic, scheduled for November 11, 2023, at Daytona International Speedway. This event, a collaboration among Ford, IMSA, NASCAR, Blue Star Families, and HSR, aims to honor U.S. service members and veterans through a unique motorsports competition.
The lineup highlights Ford’s long-standing relationship with the military, which dates back to World War I and II. The event prominently features two-driver teams representing each of the six branches of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Team Lineup:
- Army: Joey Hand (IMSA) and Brad Keselowski (NASCAR Cup Series)
- Marines: Ryan Blaney (2023 NASCAR Cup Series Champion) and Ben Hobson (Formula Drift)
- Navy: Ryan Preece (NASCAR Cup Series) and Logan Sargeant (future WEC Ford Hypercar driver)
- Air Force: Frankie Muniz (2026 GT4 America AM Champion) and Austin Cindric (Team Penske)
- Space Force: Noah Gragson (NASCAR Cup Series) and Layne Riggs (NASCAR Truck Series)
- Coast Guard: Joey Logano (NASCAR Cup Series) and Ty Majeski (NASCAR Truck Series)
The race is set to commence at 9 p.m. ET. A 30-minute practice session will take place at 12:15 p.m., followed by a 15-minute qualifying session to establish the starting grid at 6:45 p.m. ET.
Ford’s continued commitment to supporting veterans extends beyond the track, including initiatives for veteran hiring and military family support, reinforcing the event’s thematic significance.
