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Acura Teams Set Sights On Podium Finish At WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
As the engines roar to life at the newly-repaved WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, teams and drivers are gearing up for an intense showdown at the Motul Course de Monterey. Among them, the Acura ARX-06 duos from Wayne Taylor Racing with Andretti Global are setting their sights high, aiming to carve through the competition in tomorrow's race. Ricky Taylor, behind the wheel of the #10 ARX-06, secured a seventh-place start during qualifying. Alongside co-driver Filipe Albuquerque, the team is in hot pursuit of their season's first podium finish. Not far behind, the #40 ARX-06 piloted by Jordan Taylor and Louis Deletraz will commence from eighth position, bringing with them the momentum of a victory at this year's 12 Hours of Sebring.
In the GTD class, Gradient Racing's Acura NSX GT3 Evo22, manned by Sheena Monk and Stevan McAleer, aims to replicate their impressive performance from the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach. The duo made a remarkable leap from 17th to fourth in the previous race and will start from P13 tomorrow. Their determination is palpable as they prepare to navigate through the field in pursuit of another standout finish.
The qualifying session laid down the foundation for what promises to be a riveting race. The #10 Acura ARX-06 secured a seventh-place start with Ricky Taylor at the helm, while Filipe Albuquerque readies to share driving duties. The sister car, #40, with Louis Deletraz and Jordan Taylor, will not be far behind, starting eighth. In the GTD category, Sheena Monk's efforts in the #66 Gradient Racing Acura NSX GT3 Evo22 landed them a P13 start, with Stevan McAleer as co-driver.
Louis Deletraz expressed his thoughts on the qualifying session, noting the challenge they faced in optimizing tire performance and extracting the desired lap times. Despite these hurdles, Deletraz remains optimistic about their race day prospects. Similarly, Sheena Monk shared her frustration over a mistake in the final corner during her fast lap that potentially cost a better starting position. Yet, her resolve remains unshaken as she looks forward to making amends in the race.
Acura Motorsports and HPD (now Honda Racing Corporation USA) boast an illustrious history at Laguna Seca, celebrating 19 victories across various classes from 1992-2022. This track stands as a testament to Acura's racing prowess, holding more wins here than any other circuit. The most recent triumph came in 2022 when Filipe Albuquerque and Ricky Taylor clinched victory in their Wayne Taylor Racing Acura ARX-05, marking Acura's fourth consecutive win at this legendary venue.
Where to Catch the Action
Fans eager to witness every turn and overtake have multiple options to follow the Motul Course de Monterey. Television coverage kicks off at 3 p.m. ET Sunday on NBC, complemented by streaming on NBC Peacock. Additional audio commentary is available through IMSA.com, RadioLeMans.com, and Sirius XM Radio. For those who prefer a more immersive experience, live in-car cameras, IMSA Radio commentary, and timing & scoring are accessible worldwide on IMSA.com and via the IMSA mobile app.
The stage is set for what promises to be a thrilling race at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. With teams and drivers ready to battle it out on this iconic circuit, fans can look forward to an exhilarating display of speed and strategy as Acura aims to continue its legacy of success.
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