The Rolex 24 at Daytona is one of the most prestigious endurance races in the world, drawing motorsport fans and teams from across the globe. Held annually at the legendary Daytona International Speedway in Florida, the event is a 24-hour race that pushes both drivers and machines to their limits. This race is a major highlight in the motorsport calendar and offers thrilling action, cutting-edge technology, and intense competition. But what makes the Rolex 24 so special? Let's see what this race is all about and the outcome of this year’s exciting event.
What is the Rolex 24 at Daytona?
The Rolex 24 is an endurance race that tests the durability and performance of vehicles over the course of a full day (24 hours). Unlike traditional races that may last only a few hours, the Rolex 24 is about endurance—both for the drivers and their cars. Teams of drivers rotate in and out of the car throughout the event, as the goal is not just to race fast, but to race consistently for an entire 24 hours.
The race is part of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, which features a mix of classes, including prototypes, GT Le Mans (GTLM), and GT Daytona (GTD). These classes bring together high-performance cars, such as those from Porsche, Corvette, BMW, and Acura, competing against each other in a battle of speed, precision, and strategy.
The 2025 Rolex 24 Outcome
The 2025 Rolex 24 at Daytona saw historic moments and thrilling competition. Porsche Penske Motorsport achieved a remarkable victory, claiming its second consecutive Rolex 24 win. The No. 7 Porsche 963, driven by Felipe Nasr, Nick Tandy, and Laurens Vanthoor, triumphed in both the overall and Grand Touring Prototype (GTP) class.
Nick Tandy, in particular, made history by becoming the first driver globally to win all four major 24-hour endurance sports car races (Daytona, Le Mans, Spa-Francorchamps, and Nürburgring).
Porsche’s triumph was nearly a 1-2 sweep, but a late pass by Tom Blomqvist allowed his No. 60 Acura Meyer Shank Racing car to take second place.
Additionally, Ford’s Mustang GT3 made its IMSA debut, winning in the Grand Touring Daytona Pro (GTD PRO) class. Dennis Olsen, driving the No. 65 Ford Mustang GT3 for Ford Multimatic Motorsports, held off his competition to secure the victory.
On the GTD side, Corvette emerged victorious with a customer effort from AWA, winning the GTD class with the No. 13 Corvette Z06 GT3 R.
In Le Mans Prototype 2 (LMP2), Tower Motorsports initially crossed the line first with the No. 8 ORECA LMP2 07, but they were later penalized for exceeding the maximum allowable wear on the skid block, and United Autosports USA claimed the victory instead.
NASCAR superstars Shane van Gisbergen, Connor Zilisch, and Austin Cindric made their mark in this premier endurance event. Van Gisbergen and Zilisch teamed up in the No. 91 Trackhouse Racing Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3, while Cindric joined the No. 64 Ford Mustang GT3, filling in for an injured driver. The No. 64 Mustang finished 19th overall, while the No. 91 Corvette secured 25th place.
The Heated Milner-Farfus Incident
Tempers flared at the Rolex 24 as Corvette Racing’s Tommy Milner found himself on the wrong end of BMW’s team tactics. Lapped driver Augusto Farfus deliberately blocked Milner’s leading Corvette to help his teammate, Connor De Phillippi, even drawing a drive-through penalty for his interference. The move led to contact and damage to Milner’s car, derailing his race. Frustrated, Milner didn’t hold back—flipping off Farfus and calling BMW’s antics “embarrassing” and unsportsmanlike.
Thanks to a skilled photographer, you can wear the moment. RGS has a limited quantity of “Milner Salute” T-shirts, capturing the fiery passion of racing in one iconic gesture. Perfect for every motorsports fan who believes in fair competition—and isn’t afraid to show it.
Conclusion
The Rolex 24 at Daytona continues to be a premier motorsport event, attracting racing teams and fans from all over the world. The event is not only about speed and competition but also about benefiting local communities and charitable causes.
Whether you’re a lifelong motorsport fan or new to the world of racing, the Rolex 24 at Daytona offers an action-packed spectacle that showcases the best of motorsport. With the race’s rich history, thrilling competition, and contributions to charity, it’s easy to see why the Rolex 24 remains one of the most anticipated events in the motorsport world year after year. What are your predictions for the next one?
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