Rolex 24 at Daytona 2026: Penske Porsche Wins Amid Fog Delays

The 2026 Rolex 24 at Daytona was a grueling test of endurance, strategy, and car performance. The race began on Saturday, January 24, with 60 cars taking the starting grid. The early hours saw intense competition, but the race was significantly altered by a dense fog that rolled in overnight, leading to a lengthy caution period. Despite the delay, the race resumed with fierce battles in all four classes.

GTP Class: The No. 7 Penske Porsche, led by Felipe Nasr, demonstrated consistent performance and strategic pit stops to maintain its lead. The No. 31 Whelen Cadillac provided a strong challenge, but ultimately fell short.

LMP2 Class: The No. 04 Oreca of Crowdstrike Racing secured the win after a competitive race, holding off the No. 43 of Inter Europol Competition.

GTD Pro Class: The No. 1 BMW of Paul Miller Racing emerged victorious in a tightly contested class, with multiple lead changes and close battles throughout the race.

GTD Class: The No. 57 Mercedes-AMG of Windward Racing claimed the top spot, showcasing strong performance and strategic execution.

The fog delay not only impacted the race strategy but also highlighted the challenges of endurance racing, where unexpected conditions can significantly alter the outcome.

The No. 7 Penske Porsche, driven by Felipe Nasr, won the 2026 Rolex 24 at Daytona.

The fog delay lasted for 6 hours, 33 minutes, and 25 seconds.

Crowdstrike Racing (LMP2), Paul Miller Racing (GTD Pro), and Windward Racing (GTD) also won their respective classes.

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