Returning Colors and Team Changes at Watkins Glen
WATKINS GLEN, NY — Wright Motorsports will debut the iconic Chip Hart Racing livery at this weekend’s event, as seen at Le Mans on the #90 Manthey Porsche 911 GT3 R. The colors, presented in Apple Studios’ upcoming F1: The Movie, first appeared during the 2024 Rolex 24 At Daytona, coinciding with filming activities for the film.
Notably, Wright Motorsports has undergone significant transitions: Adam Adelson and Elliott Skeer have secured the GT World Challenge America title and now compete full-time in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. Adelson has also acquired the team from founder John Wright.
Independence Day Theming
In honor of Independence Day, several teams are set to showcase new liveries. AO Racing’s #99 ORECA 07 will sport red, white, and blue ‘stars and stripes’ wings, as fans had requested after their recent Le Mans success in LMP2 Pro/Am. Meanwhile, DragonSpeed has reverted to a predominantly white livery for their #81 Ferrari 296 GT3, having previously run a yellow scheme this season. Riley’s #74 ORECA will also feature similar patriotic detailing.
New Lineup for Triarsi Competizione
Triarsi Competizione introduces a revamped driver lineup for their #021 Ferrari 296 GT3, featuring two-time IMSA GTD Champion Alessandro Balzan, debutant AJ Muss, and 2024 24H GT3 Champion Jason Hart. Muss, who made a name in the Lamborghini Super Trofeo North America series, is currently second in the GTDX standings.
Last-Minute Appointments in GTD
Lone Star Racing has signed Wyatt Brichacek to replace Eric Filgueiras in the #80 Mercedes-AMG GT3 EVO, bringing European competitive experience from the Michelin Le Mans Cup. Scott Hargrove will rejoin IMSA with Forte Racing as the third driver in the #78 Lamborghini Huracan GT3 EVO2, returning after a solid performance last season.
Comeback for Magnus Racing
Following a hiatus, Magnus Racing returns with drivers John Potter, Spencer Pumpelly, and Aston Martin factory ace Marco Sorensen. The #44 Aston Martin Vantage GT3 EVO will unveil a vibrant new blue and pink livery, along with new sponsorship details to be disclosed during the event.
This weekend promises a blend of competitive racing and fresh talent, setting the stage for an exhilarating installment at Watkins Glen.
