P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Nick Tandy of the #7 Porsche Penske 963 GTP led the IMSA SportsCar Championship’s 24 Hours of Daytona season-opener.
The night time phase of the 63rd running concluded, and teams welcomed the return of daylight after a challenging night. Porsche Penske held the lead at the front of the field as the race entered its second half. Despite incidents in the dark, the hours before sunrise provided more stable racing conditions. Kevin Estre, the reigning FIA World Endurance Championship Hypercar title winner, led the way in the #7 Porsche 963 GTP. Though teammate Felipe Nasr briefly took the lead, Estre reclaimed it after a strategic tire decision. As the race progressed, Porsche aimed for their 20th win at Daytona, maintaining a strong position ahead of the competition. Leading into the eighteenth hour, the sky brightened, signifying the continuation of intense racing between the top contenders in various categories.
