Introduction to the Rolex 24
Formula 1 might be the crown jewel of motorsport, but they’re not the only jewel in the racing crown. This weekend, Daytona International Speedway transforms into a battleground for 14 former Formula 1 drivers competing in the renowned Rolex 24. As they hit the track for a grueling 24-hour race, fans from all over the world will tune in to witness the high-speed drama unfold.
Meet the F1 Stars Competing This Weekend
Let’s take a closer look at some of the familiar faces from the F1 grid who will be racing this weekend:
Felipe Nasr
Class: GTP | Car: No. 7 Porsche 963 | Teammates: Nick Tandy, Laurens Vanthoor
Nasr, who raced for Sauber in F1, has transitioned smoothly into endurance racing, clinching three IMSA championships. After a victorious stint last year, he’s back in search of another win.
Will Stevens
Class: GTP | Car: No. 10 Cadillac V-Series.R | Teammates: Ricky Taylor, Filipe Albuquerque, Brendon Hartley
After his time in F1 driving for Caterham and Manor, Stevens shifted gears to endurance racing. He’s got two class wins at the 24 Hours of Le Mans under his belt!
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Brendon Hartley
Similar to Stevens, Hartley also had a short F1 stint with Toro Rosso and has excelled in endurance racing. With three Le Mans victories, he’s switching to Cadillac alongside Stevens this year.
Kevin Magnussen
Class: GTP | Car: No. 24 BMW M Hybrid V8 | Teammates: Philipp Eng, Dries Vanthoor, Raffaele Marciello
Kevin’s impressive F1 career continues to have a ripple effect as he dives into endurance racing with a talented lineup.
Conclusion
As these former Formula 1 drivers take on the Rolex 24 at Daytona, it promises to be a spectacle filled with speed, strategy, and a dash of nostalgia. Tune in and cheer on your favorites while they show us that their racing careers can defy the limits, even after F1!
