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Tom Blomqvist of Meyer Shank Racing praised IMSA’s decision to switch their race meeting at Road America into a six-hour enduro for 2026.
Tom Blomqvist from Meyer Shank Racing expressed his admiration for IMSA’s decision to transform the Road America race meeting into a six-hour enduro for 2026. He praised this change during a press conference, stating that bringing a longer race to his favorite track was a fantastic move that all drivers appeared to support. Blomqvist highlighted the advantages of longer races at premium venues and the positive impact on both weather and fan turnout at Road America. He emphasized the strategic differences in approaching a six-hour race, mentioning potential adjustments in driver line-ups and race tactics compared to shorter events. Blomqvist’s recent victory in the GTP category at Watkins Glen set the stage for his pursuit of another win in the upcoming Round 8, a 160-minute sprint race.
