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Nick Yelloly, co-driver of the #93 Meyer Shank Acura ARX-06 GTP, explained the risk of clipping the walls around the Detroit Street Course.
Nick Yelloly, co-driver of the #93 Meyer Shank Acura ARX-06 GTP, shared insights on the challenges of racing at the Detroit Street Course, emphasizing the risks of clipping the walls. He expressed his anticipation for the upcoming race on May 31st during a press conference, highlighting his fondness for street circuits despite their difficulties with passing and lap times due to the bumpy track and narrow layout. Yelloly recalled his positive experience at the previous race in Detroit and his comfort with the demanding nature of the circuit, aiming to build on his past performance with teammate Renger van der Zande. The event witnessed incidents like Jack Aitken causing Richard Westbrook’s Porsche to spin, sparking discussions about the circuit’s suitability for prototypes. Yelloly acknowledged the strong pace of competitors like the Wayne Taylor team and hoped to replicate their success while acknowledging the unique challenges of each street circuit. He looked forward to pushing for a podium finish and continuing the team’s strong performance seen at Long Beach.
